# How to Sign “Angry” in Sign Language

Did you know that anger can actually give you a boost of adrenaline, making you temporarily stronger and faster? However, it's probably not a good idea to get angry on purpose just for this reason.

## Signing “Angry”  
1. Hand shape: Start with your dominant hand in a “open-5” handshape, with your fingers bent.  
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level, palms facing your body.  
3. Movement: In one quick movement, bring both hands upward and outward.  
4. Facial expression: Make sure your face shows anger or frustration by furring your eyebrows and opening your mouth.

## Learn how to sign other emotions!  
[happy](http://fr.ava.me/asl/happy) | [sad](http://fr.ava.me/asl/sad) | [angry](http://fr.ava.me/asl/angry) | [scared](http://fr.ava.me/asl/scared) | [excited](http://fr.ava.me/asl/excited) | [nervous](http://fr.ava.me/asl/nervous) | [calm](http://fr.ava.me/asl/calm) | [jealous](http://fr.ava.me/asl/jealous) | [hungry](http://fr.ava.me/asl/hungry) | [thirsty](http://fr.ava.me/asl/thirsty)

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