To sign "eggroll," combine the signs for "egg" and "roll." First, form both hands into "U" handshapes (index and middle fingers extended and together). Cross your dominant hand over your non-dominant hand, then move them down and apart as if cracking an egg. Next, change both hands into "1" handshapes (index fingers extended) pointing forward. Roll your index fingers around each other in a forward circular motion.
Sign "I," "WANT," and "ORDER," followed by the compound sign for "EGGROLL" (cracking the egg, then rolling the index fingers).
Point to the person for "YOU," sign "LIKE," and then "EGGROLL." Remember to raise your eyebrows throughout the sentence to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign "THIS," "EGGROLL," "VERY," and "HOT" (bringing a clawed hand quickly away from your mouth). Use your facial expressions to emphasize how hot the food is.
Sign "I," "WANT," and "ORDER," followed by the compound sign for "EGGROLL" (cracking the egg, then rolling the index fingers).
Point to the person for "YOU," sign "LIKE," and then "EGGROLL." Remember to raise your eyebrows throughout the sentence to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign "THIS," "EGGROLL," "VERY," and "HOT" (bringing a clawed hand quickly away from your mouth). Use your facial expressions to emphasize how hot the food is.
Yes, since 'eggroll' is a compound word in ASL, you need to sign both parts to convey the full meaning. Skipping the first part would just mean 'roll'.
Typically, your dominant hand crosses over your non-dominant hand when you start the cracking motion for 'egg', but you will be understood regardless of which hand is on top.
While the foods are similar, 'spring roll' is usually signed by combining the signs for 'spring' and 'roll'. You should stick to this specific combination only when referring to eggrolls.
