By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. View our Privacy Policy for more information.
Back

This is how you sign Earthquake in American Sign Language.

How to sign

To sign "Earthquake" in American Sign Language (ASL), combine the signs for "earth" and a shaking motion. Start by signing "earth", form your non-dominant hand into a fist and hold it steady in front of you. Take your open, dominant http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/, then grasp your non-dominant fist on either side with your thumb and middle finger. Then, perform a shaking motion with both "S" hands held apart in lower space, palms down, moving them alternately in the opposite direction, forward and backward a few times.

How to sign

To sign "Earthquake" in American Sign Language (ASL), combine the signs for "earth" and a shaking motion. Start by signing "earth", form your non-dominant hand into a fist and hold it steady in front of you. Take your open, dominant http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/, then grasp your non-dominant fist on either side with your thumb and middle finger. Then, perform a shaking motion with both "S" hands held apart in lower space, palms down, moving them alternately in the opposite direction, forward and backward a few times.

To sign "Earthquake" in American Sign Language (ASL), combine the signs for "earth" and a shaking motion. Start by signing "earth", form your non-dominant hand into a fist and hold it steady in front of you. Take your open, dominant http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/http://143.198.191.173/dictionary/numbers/number-5/, then grasp your non-dominant fist on either side with your thumb and middle finger. Then, perform a shaking motion with both "S" hands held apart in lower space, palms down, moving them alternately in the opposite direction, forward and backward a few times. 

Word definition

Nature: Shaking of the ground.

Synonyms & similar words

temblor, tremor, seismic activity

Learn Sign Language for Free! Download Now.