# How to Sign "Parents" in Sign Language

This sign is great to know for small talk when getting to know your Deaf or hard-of-hearing colleague. What we’re showing here are LGBTQ+ friendly versions, whether you’re talking about 2 moms or 2 dads or 1 mom and 1 dad, we’ve got you covered!

## Signing “Parents” (heterosexual)

Using your dominant hand in an “open 5” handshape, tap your thumb against your chin, then your forehead.

## Signing “Parents” (queer/LGBTQ-friendly)

For two masculine parents: Using your dominant hand in an “open 5” handshape, tap your thumb against both sides of your forehead.

For two feminine parents: Using your dominant hand in an “open 5” handshape, tap your thumb against both sides of your chin.

Learn how to sign other family members! [Mother](/content/asl/mother/index.html) | [Father](/content/asl/father/index.html) | [Sister](/content/asl/sister/index.html) | [Brother](/content/asl/brother/index.html) | [Grandmother](/content/asl/grandmother/index.html) | [Grandfather](/content/asl/grandfather/index.html) | [Aunt](/content/asl/aunt/index.html) | [Uncle](/content/asl/uncle/index.html) | [Cousin](/content/asl/cousin/index.html) | [Parents](/content/asl/parents/index.html) | [Family](/content/asl/family/index.html)

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