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

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