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

In ASL, "summer" is signed by making a "C" handshape with your dominant hand and wiping sweat from your forehead in a forward motion. The sign shows how we sweat when it's hot outside. This sign is widely used by everyone who speaks ASL, from casual chats to formal talks, and it's easy for people to understand what it means. It's a basic sign that new ASL students learn right away. The sign comes from how people feel in hot weather, which makes it simple to remember and use.