How to sign "favorite" in ASL

How to Sign "Favorite"

“Favorite” in ASL is signed by tapping your middle finger to your chin:

• Extend all fingers of your dominant hand slightly apart.
• Bring the middle finger forward slightly (it should stick out the most).
• Tap the tip of the middle finger to your chin once or twice.

This handshape is often used for emotion-related signs — like "prefer" and "favorite."

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Tips for Signing "Favorite"

• Emphasize the middle finger — it’s the key part of this sign.
• Use a relaxed face or small smile — it adds to the meaning.
• Keep the motion clear but gentle; don’t poke hard.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using the wrong finger — it must be the middle finger.
• Tapping too hard or too many times — one or two is enough.
• Placing the hand too low — aim for your chin, not your throat.

A gentle middle-finger tap on the chin means “favorite.”