How to Sign "Booty"
To sign 'booty,' form both hands into curved, open 'C' or claw shapes. Place them behind your hips, near your buttocks. Make a slight double squeezing or grabbing motion in the air, as if outlining the shape of a booty.
Examples Using "Booty" in a Sentence
1
My booty is sore from the workout.
Sign 'my', then 'booty' using the curved hands behind your hips, followed by the sign for 'sore'.
2
Shake your booty!
Sign 'booty', then use your hands or a slight body movement to indicate a shaking motion.
3
The baby has a cute little booty.
Sign 'baby', 'cute', and then sign 'booty' with slightly smaller, gentler movements to emphasize the small size.
How to Sign "Booty"
To sign 'booty,' form both hands into curved, open 'C' or claw shapes. Place them behind your hips, near your buttocks. Make a slight double squeezing or grabbing motion in the air, as if outlining the shape of a booty.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
This sign is highly iconic. The curved handshapes and their placement directly behind the hips visually represent the physical shape and location of the buttocks.
Signing Tips
Keep your hands loose and curved, as if you are holding two small melons. Make sure to position your hands slightly behind your hips so the location clearly indicates the buttocks.
Common Mistakes
Placing your hands too far forward on your waist, which can confuse the sign with 'hips' or 'waist'. Using flat hands instead of the curved 'C' shape is another common error.
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Booty" in a Sentence
1My booty is sore from the workout.
Sign 'my', then 'booty' using the curved hands behind your hips, followed by the sign for 'sore'.
2Shake your booty!
Sign 'booty', then use your hands or a slight body movement to indicate a shaking motion.
3The baby has a cute little booty.
Sign 'baby', 'cute', and then sign 'booty' with slightly smaller, gentler movements to emphasize the small size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this sign considered inappropriate?
While it refers to a body part, it is often used in a casual, playful, or slang context, much like the English word 'booty.' For a more standard or polite term for 'buttocks,' a simple tap on the hip or buttocks is often used.
Can I use this sign to talk about pirate treasure?
No, this specific sign is only used for the body part. If you are talking about a pirate's booty, you should use signs related to 'treasure,' 'gold,' or 'stolen goods.'
Do I need to actually touch my body when signing this?
You do not need to make firm contact. Hovering your hands just behind your hips or lightly grazing your clothing is perfectly fine and will be easily understood.
ASL is a beautiful, expressive language. Practice regularly and have fun!