How to sign “Yes” in ASL
BSL and ASL are different languages — this is the American sign. See the BSL sign for “Yes” instead
Step by step
- Make a fist with your thumb across your fingers.
- Nod it up and down like a head nodding yes.
Practice tip
Pair it with a real nod of your head — natural and expected.
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.