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

In American Sign Language (ASL), the sign for "drink" looks like drinking from a cup. You make a "C" shape with your dominant hand. It’s like you’re holding an imaginary cup. Then, you move your hand to your mouth as if taking a sip. This sign is simple and used in many situations. You might use it to ask if someone wants a drink. It can also show that you are thirsty. The gesture is clear and easy to understand. Even people new to ASL can get it. It shows the act of drinking. This sign is a good example of how ASL uses gestures that look like the actions they mean. It makes communication easy and effective.