ASL Fingerspelling: Spelling Words Letter by Letter
Fingerspelling spells words with handshapes for each letter. Breaking a word into its letters is the first step to practising it smoothly.
What is the ASL Fingerspelling Quiz?
Enter a word. The tool lists its letters one by one with their positions, as a study aid for fingerspelling practice. It is a spelling breakdown, not a video or handshape guide: learn each letter's handshape from a teacher or video resource.
How to use it
- Enter a word.
- Click Spell It Out.
- Practise each letter handshape in order.
Worked example
The word cat fingerspells as C, then A, then T: 3 letters in order.
How is cat fingerspelled?
As three letters in order: C, A, then T.
Frequently asked questions
Does it show handshapes?
No. It lists letters in order; learn handshapes from a teacher or video guide.
What about double letters?
Double letters are fingerspelled with a slight bounce or slide, which this text list cannot show.