How do you sign “Sorry” in ASL?
SORRY: SORRY in American Sign Language (ASL) expresses regret, from a quick apology after bumping someone to a sincere one after a mistake. Watch the video and animation below to see it signed.


What does SORRY mean in ASL?
SORRY is a small sign with a wide range. It patches minor collisions, opens difficult conversations, and answers for late arrivals. Facial expression scales the apology; the same sign reads casual or heartfelt depending on the face that accompanies it.
It belongs to the courtesy vocabulary of Lesson 1, Book 1 of the challenge.
📖 SORRY is taught in Lesson 1 of ASL 101: Starting Out — Book 1 of the 216-Day Challenge →

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