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How to Sign "Name" in ASL

Category: Questions
Handshape: H-hand (index + middle)

Step-by-step

  1. Extend the index and middle fingers of both hands.
  2. Cross the dominant hand's fingers on top of the non-dominant hand's fingers, forming an X.
  3. Tap twice.

Deaf-culture tip

For 'what is your name?', sign NAME then WHAT with raised eyebrows.

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