"no" ASL American Sign Language

American Sign Language: "no" The sign "NO" can use either a polite double motion or a more firm or definite single motion. It is also directional in nature--meaning, if I hold my hand off to my right and I point the palm toward myself while doing the sign, it can mean "He told me no." A firm, solid "no" as in a command. Uses one motion. Another variation of no uses a double motion and a negative headshake. s/he-told-me-NO. Is done similar to the normal sign for "no" except that it starts off toward the right and moves in toward your body. Also see: NONE Also see: NOTHING Also see: YES You can learn sign language (ASL) online at American Sign Language University ™ Lifeprint.com © Dr. William Vicars

American Sign Language: "no"

The sign "NO" can use either a polite double motion or a more firm or definite single motion. It is also directional in nature--meaning, if I hold my hand off to my right and I point the palm toward myself while doing the sign, it can mean "He told me no."

A firm, solid "no" as in a command. Uses one motion.

Another variation of no uses a double motion and a negative headshake.

s/he-told-me-NO.
Is done similar to the normal sign for "no" except that it starts off toward the right and moves in toward your body.

Also see: NONE
Also see: NOTHING

Also see: YES