How to Sign “Curious” in ASL

To sign curious in ASL, touch the tips of your thumb and index finger together to make an F hand. Place it at the front of your throat and give it a small twist back and forth. Narrow your eyes slightly so your face shows you are curious.

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How to sign it

  1. Handshape: an F hand, with the thumb and index finger touching and the other three fingers spread.

  2. Location: the front of your throat.

  3. Movement: a small twist or pivot of the hand, back and forth.

  4. Facial expression: a questioning look, with slightly narrowed eyes.

Use it in a sentence

YOU CURIOUS?

Are you curious? (Raise your eyebrows for a yes or no question.)

This video shows one common way to sign curious. Some signers tap the throat instead of twisting, and touching the neck is optional.

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