How to sign "mom" in ASL

How to Sign "Mom"

“Mom” is signed with an open hand tapping the thumb to the chin:

• Spread your fingers wide on your dominant hand.
• Touch your thumb to your chin.
• You can tap once or twice gently.

Think of the thumb touching the chin — close to where Mom might kiss you!

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Tips for Signing "Mom"

• Keep fingers spread out — don’t close them.
• Use your thumb, not the whole hand, to touch your chin.
• Smile — it helps express warmth and love.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Touching the forehead instead — that’s “Dad.”
• Using a flat hand — keep fingers spread.
• Moving the whole hand — just the thumb taps.

Chin = Mom, Forehead = Dad. It’s a helpful way to remember!