How to sign “Bus” in ASL
The BSL sign for “Bus” isn't in our dictionary yet — it will be fingerspelled in BSL mode, never replaced with this ASL sign.
Step by step
- Form the letter B with your dominant hand, holding it at chest height.
- Flick smoothly through the letters U and S in one quick blended motion.
- Let the handshapes blur together instead of pausing on each separate letter.
- Keep the movement compact in neutral signing space in front of your torso.
- Angle your palm forward or slightly sideways for a comfortable clear read.
- Maintain a neutral expression; mouthing the word lightly can help in low context.
Practice tip
A lexicalized loan sign — fast blended B-U-S that behaves like a regular sign, not careful letter-by-letter spelling.
Fingerspell “Bus”
Letter by letter — a handy backup if you forget the sign above. This is not the sign itself.
Text-based guide researched from established ASL references (Lifeprint, university and public-health materials) and rewritten in original words. Signer-created photos and videos are a planned future upgrade.