How to sign "now" in ASL

How to Sign "Now"

“Now” is signed by making “Y” handshapes with both hands and bringing them down slightly from chest level:

• Form the “Y” handshape with both hands (thumb and pinky extended).
• Hold them at shoulder height, palms up.
• Move them downward slightly while keeping palms up.

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Tips

• It’s a gentle, calm motion — not a big drop.
• Used often in signs like “What’s happening now?” or “Do it now.”

Common Mistakes

• Moving too dramatically or too low — it’s a subtle drop.
• Using incorrect handshapes like “W” or “5.”

Think: “Present moment — right here, right now.”