# How to Sign "Cat" in Sign Language

Graceful and independent, cats have a unique place in many folks’ hearts. If you come across a cat person, this sign will be extra easy to remember!

## Signing "Cat"

1. **Hand Shape**: To sign "cat" in ASL, use your dominant hand in a "L" handshape, with your thumb and index finger extended.
2. **Sign Location**: Position your hand near your cheek, with your fingers pointing forward your lips.
3. **Movement**: Move your “L" handshape in a small, graceful arc, as if you're outlining a cat's whiskers.
4. **Facial Expression**: Wear a serene and contemplative facial expression, mirroring the calm demeanor of a cat.

## Note

This sign can also refer to someone being "catty," as in "that person was acting so catty!"

## Learn how to sign other animals!

[Bird](/content/asl/bird/index.html) | [Fish](/content/asl/fish/index.html) | [Elephant](/content/asl/elephant/index.html) | [Lion](/content/asl/lion/index.html) | [Tiger](/content/asl/tiger/index.html) | [Bear](/content/asl/bear/index.html) | [Monkey](/content/asl/monkey/index.html) | [Rabbit](/content/asl/rabbit/index.html) | [Hamster](/content/asl/hamster/index.html) | [Giraffe](/content/asl/giraffe/index.html) | [Crocodile](/content/asl/crocodile/index.html) | [Gorilla](/content/asl/gorilla/index.html) | [Zebra](/content/asl/zebra/index.html) | [Snake](/content/asl/snake/index.html) | [Wolf](/content/asl/wolf/index.html) | [Lizard](/content/asl/lizard/index.html) | [Cat](/content/asl/cat/index.html) | [Dog](/content/asl/dog/index.html)

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