The alphabet serves as a bridge to literacy in sign language. Just like learning to read and write in spoken languages, learning the sign language alphabet provides the foundation for reading and writing in sign language. The letter “U” is one of the vowels used infrequently but it is still important to know how to sign.
Ready to put the letters together? Spell your name in ASL with our free fingerspelling tool: type any name and watch each letter signed, U included. You can also see all 26 handshapes on the ASL alphabet page, and learn how to sign “My name is” to introduce yourself.
Hold your dominant hand in a fist, palm facing outward, with index and middle fingers standing upright and held together.
Universal design principles aim to create environments, products, and services that are accessible to people of all abilities, including Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. By incorporating features such as visual alerts, clear signage, and inclusive communication options, universal design promotes accessibility and inclusivity for everyone.
Learn how to sign the rest of the alphabet:
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z
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Learning to sign is a great start. For the moments that have to be right (a medical appointment, a parent-teacher meeting, a legal conversation) Ava connects you with a credentialed ASL interpreter over video in the Ava app, on demand or scheduled ahead. Available 24/7, with live captions included.