How to sign “No” in ASL
BSL and ASL are different languages — this is the American sign. See the BSL sign for “No” instead
Step by step
- Extend your index and middle fingers, other fingers tucked.
- Tap the two fingertips against your thumb once or twice.
Practice tip
Blends the fingerspelled N and O. Always pair with a side-to-side head shake.
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.