# How to Sign “Butter” in Sign Language

Did you know at state fairs across the United States, butter sculptures are a popular attraction. These impressive works of art, often featuring life-sized animals or famous personalities, are carved from large blocks of butter and can weigh hundreds of pounds.

## Signing “Butter”

1. Hand shape: Start with your dominant hand in a “closed-2” handshape. Form your non-dominant hand into a “closed-5” handshape with your palm up.
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level.
3. Movement: Sweep your dominant fingers twice across your non-dominant palm.
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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