How to sign “Goodbye” in BSL
BSL and ASL are different languages — this is the British sign. See the ASL sign for “Goodbye” instead
Step by step
- Raise your dominant hand near the side of your head, palm facing outward.
- Wave it gently from side to side.
- Hold eye contact briefly, then turn away naturally.
Practice tip
'Bye' uses the same wave; keep the movement relaxed, not exaggerated.
Text-based guide researched from BSL-specific references (BSL SignBank, BDA-adjacent teaching materials and BSL dictionaries) and rewritten in original words. Signer-created photos and videos are a planned future upgrade. BSL has regional variation — this is the most widely taught form.