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

ASL users sign "grandma" by tapping a "G" hand shape on their chin two times. The sign comes from how people often touch their faces when thinking about older women, and this connection to elderly females can be seen in many different cultural traditions around the world. You can tap the "G" on your cheek instead of your chin. The sign works well in any situation, and some people use a more casual version for "granny" that looks similar but with a looser hand position.