How do you sign “Friend” in ASL?
FRIEND: FRIEND in American Sign Language (ASL) names a person you share a bond of affection with. The video and GIF below demonstrate the sign.
Where does FRIEND come up in conversation?
FRIEND shows up when you introduce people, tell stories about your week, or describe who you spend time with. Friendship networks carry real weight in the Deaf community, where connections often span decades, so this sign earns constant use.
The challenge teaches it in Lesson 43, early in Book 2’s conversations about people.
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