# How to Sign “Excited” in Sign Language

Being excited is like riding a rollercoaster of emotions, with each peak and dip bringing a rush of adrenaline and anticipation. Did you know that the feeling of excitement activates the same part of the brain as when we receive rewards?

## Signing “Excited”  
1. Hand shape: Start with your hands in an “open-8” handshape, with your middle finger extended.  
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level, palms facing the body.  
3. Movement: One at a time, sweep each hand upward.  
4. Facial expression: Raise your eyebrows and crack a smile to match the feeling of being excited.

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[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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