How to sign "water" in ASL

How to Sign "Water"

“Water” is signed by tapping the “W” handshape on your chin:

• Make a “W” handshape with your dominant hand (index, middle, and ring fingers extended).
• Tap the tips of the “W” fingers to your chin once or twice.

Watch a demo here

Tips

• “W” for water — and chin as a reference point for liquids.
• The motion is gentle, like taking a sip.

Common Mistakes

• Using the wrong handshape — make sure it’s a clear “W.”
• Tapping the cheek — it must be on the chin area.

Think: “W for water — sip from your chin.”