How to Sign "12" in American Sign Language (ASL)

In ASL, the number 12 is signed by making a "1" and then a "2" with your fingers. These handshapes flow together quickly while keeping your palm facing forward, and both signs use simple finger positions that everyone can copy easily. The number system in ASL makes sense because all teen numbers from 13 to 19 use this same idea of showing one number and then another. You'll see people use the sign for 12 a lot when they talk about time, dates, or just count things.