How to sign "after" in ASL

How to Sign "After"

“After” is signed by pointing both index fingers and moving one behind the other:

  • Hold both hands with index fingers extended (like pointing straight ahead).
  • Place your dominant index finger behind your non‑dominant, then move it forward to cross ahead.

Watch a demo here

Tips

  • Visualize one thing coming after another — one finger passing the other.
  • Movement should be smooth and precise.

Common Mistakes

  • Both fingers moving — only the dominant finger should move around.
  • Crossing at wrong angle — ensure a clean pass behind.

Think: “One follows the other — that’s after.”

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