How to Sign "Cat" in American Sign Language (ASL)

In American Sign Language (ASL), the sign for "cat" looks like cat whiskers. You use your dominant hand to make an "F" shape. The thumb and index finger touch to form a circle, and the other fingers stick out. Place your hand near your cheek. Then pull the "F" shape outward, like you're pulling on whiskers. This sign is simple and well-known in the Deaf community. ASL signs often visually represent their meaning. The sign for "cat" is used when talking about pets or animals. It shows how ASL uses images to communicate clearly.