# How to Sign “Cake” in Sign Language

Imagine you're at a birthday party or a celebration at work, and there's a beautiful dessert on display. Being able to sign "cake" in ASL can make these moments more inclusive, ensuring that everyone is part of the conversation.

## Signing “Cake”

1. Hand shape: Start with your dominant hand in an open “bent-5” handshape. Form your non-dominant into an “S” with your palm downard.
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level. Place your dominant hand-palm down onto your non-dominant hand.
3. Movement: Tap your dominant hand against your non-dominant hand twice.
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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