How to Sign "Enough"

Make a loose fist with your non-dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. With your dominant hand in an open-palm 5 shape, quickly brush the palm of your dominant hand over the top of your closed fist twice, brushing your palm away from your body.

Examples Using "Enough" in a Sentence

1

I have had enough to eat.

Sign 'I', then 'eat', followed by the sign for 'enough' by brushing your dominant open palm over your non-dominant fist twice, moving away from your body.

2

That is enough time.

Point to indicate 'that', sign 'time' by tapping your wrist, and then brush your dominant palm outward over your fist twice to show 'enough'.

3

Do we have enough money?

Sign 'money' by tapping your palm, then sign 'enough' by brushing your dominant hand over your fist, while raising your eyebrows to indicate a yes/no question.

How to Sign "Enough"
Make a loose fist with your non-dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. With your dominant hand in an open-palm 5 shape, quickly brush the palm of your dominant hand over the top of your closed fist twice, brushing your palm away from your body.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
The visual logic of this sign represents a container that has been filled to the very top. The non-dominant fist acts as a cup or container, while the dominant flat hand represents leveling off the top of the contents, showing that it has reached maximum capacity and nothing more is needed.
Signing Tips
Focus on smooth, outward brushing motions. Keep your non-dominant fist steady as the base. Your dominant hand should glide lightly over the top of the fist, not slap it. Ensure the movement goes away from your body, and adjust your facial expression based on the context—pleasant for satisfaction, or stern for setting a boundary.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is brushing the dominant hand side-to-side instead of pushing it outward away from the body. Beginners also sometimes slap the top of the fist rather than using a smooth, gliding brush. Make sure to do the motion twice; doing it only once with a sharp, singular push changes the meaning to 'full.'
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Enough" in a Sentence
1

I have had enough to eat.

Sign 'I', then 'eat', followed by the sign for 'enough' by brushing your dominant open palm over your non-dominant fist twice, moving away from your body.

2

That is enough time.

Point to indicate 'that', sign 'time' by tapping your wrist, and then brush your dominant palm outward over your fist twice to show 'enough'.

3

Do we have enough money?

Sign 'money' by tapping your palm, then sign 'enough' by brushing your dominant hand over your fist, while raising your eyebrows to indicate a yes/no question.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between 'enough' and 'full'?

Yes! While they look very similar, 'full' is typically signed with a single, sharp movement of the dominant hand over the fist, often stopping right at the edge. 'Enough' uses a repeated, brushing motion moving outward.

Does my facial expression matter for this sign?

Absolutely. If you are politely saying you've had enough food, a pleasant, satisfied expression works best. If you are telling someone 'That is enough!' to stop bad behavior, use a stern face and a sharper brushing motion.

Which hand should form the fist?

Your non-dominant hand should always form the stationary fist, acting as the base. Your dominant hand (the one you write with) should be the open flat hand doing the brushing movement.

ASL is a beautiful, expressive language. Practice regularly and have fun!