# How to Sign “Sad” in Sign Language

Being sad can actually make you more creative, as it allows your mind to wander and explore different emotions and thoughts.

## Signing “Sad”

1. **Hand shape:** Start with your hands in a “closed-5” handshape.
2. **Hand location:** Bring your hands in front of your face, palms facing your face.
3. **Movement:** In one quick movement, bring your hands downward.
4. **Facial expression:** Make sure your face shows sadness or disappointment by frowning your lips.

## 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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