How to sign “Mother” in BSL
BSL and ASL are different languages — this is the British sign. See the ASL sign for “Mother” instead
Step by step
- Form the BSL letter M with your dominant hand.
- Tap it against your open non-dominant palm twice.
Practice tip
Practise the two-handed BSL M shape on its own first, so the double tap lands cleanly on the palm.
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.