# How to Sign “Sad” in Sign Language

Being sad can actually make you more creative, as it allows your mind to wander and explore different emotions and thoughts.

## Signing “Sad”  
1. Hand shape: Start with your hands in a “closed-5” handshape.  
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your face, palms facing your face.  
3. Movement: In one quick movement, bring your hands downward.  
4. Facial expression: Make sure your face shows sadness or disappointment by frowning your lips.

## Learn how to sign other emotions!  
[happy](/content/asl/happy/index.html) | [sad](/content/asl/sad/index.html) | [angry](/content/asl/angry/index.html) | [scared](/content/asl/scared/index.html) | [excited](/content/asl/excited/index.html) | [nervous](/content/asl/nervous/index.html) | [calm](/content/asl/calm/index.html) | [jealous](/content/asl/jealous/index.html) | [hungry](/content/asl/hungry/index.html) | [thirsty](/content/asl/thirsty/index.html)

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