# How to Sign “Bread” in Sign Language

The ASL sign for "bread" is one you’ll slice into your daily routine, literally. Picture slicing a loaf with your dominant hand against the back of your non-dominant hand, mimicking a bread knife. Knowing this sign is a game-changer, whether you’re ordering at a bakery or explaining why your toast obsession is totally justified.

## Signing “Bread”

1. **Hand shape:** Start with your non-dominant hand in an “S” handshape. Then shape your dominant hand in a “bent-5” handshape, with all your fingers bent.
2. **Hand location:** Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level. The palms of both of your hands should be facing your body, your non-dominant hand closest to your body.
3. **Movement:** Starting with your dominant hand in front of your non-dominant “S,” sweep your dominant hand downward twice, as if slicing bread.
4. **Facial expression:** Keep a neutral facial expression.

## Learn how to sign other food items!

[Bread](/content/asl/bread/index.html) | [Cheese](/content/asl/cheese/index.html) | [Rice](/content/asl/rice/index.html) | [Pasta](/content/asl/pasta/index.html) | [Pizza](/content/asl/pizza/index.html) | [Burger](/content/asl/burger/index.html) | [Salad](/content/asl/salad/index.html) | [Soup](/content/asl/soup/index.html) | [Cake](/content/asl/cake/index.html) | [Cookie](/content/asl/cookie/index.html) | [Ice Cream](/content/asl/ice-cream/index.html) | [Chocolate](/content/asl/chocolate/index.html) | [Sandwich](/content/asl/sandwich/index.html) | [Cereal](/content/asl/cereal/index.html) | [Pancakes](/content/asl/pancakes/index.html) | [Pie](/content/asl/pie/index.html) | [Yogurt](/content/asl/yogurt/index.html) | [Butter](/content/asl/butter/index.html) | [Cupcake](/content/asl/cupcake/index.html) | [Muffin](/content/asl/muffin/index.html) | [Toast](/content/asl/toast/index.html)

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