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

Light in ASL looks like rays spreading from your hand. You can show this by holding your dominant hand in front of your face with your palm up and fingers spread, then closing them as you move upward. The sign changes based on how bright or dim you want to show the light is. When you mean bright light, move your hand with more energy and speed, but for dim light, do it slowly and gently. If you're talking about something being lightweight instead of light that you can see, you'll need to use both hands facing up and lift them a bit like you're holding something that doesn't weigh much. The meaning comes from context. This sign started by copying how light rays look and people use it everywhere.