How to Sign "Lego"

To sign 'Lego', form both hands into small 'C' shapes using your thumbs and index fingers, keeping your other fingers curled into your palms. Hold your hands in front of you with your palms facing each other, as if holding a small building block in each hand. Bring your hands together, tapping your thumbs and index fingers against each other twice. This motion mimics the action of snapping two Lego bricks together.

Examples Using "Lego" in a Sentence

1

My son loves playing with Legos.

Sign 'son', 'love', 'play', and then sign 'Lego' by tapping your curved thumbs and index fingers together to mimic snapping bricks.

2

We built a giant Lego castle.

Use the sign for 'Lego' before signing 'castle' to specify the material the castle was built from.

3

Don't step on the Lego!

Sign 'Lego' followed by the sign for 'step on' and a pained or warning facial expression to convey the message.

How to Sign "Lego"
To sign 'Lego', form both hands into small 'C' shapes using your thumbs and index fingers, keeping your other fingers curled into your palms. Hold your hands in front of you with your palms facing each other, as if holding a small building block in each hand. Bring your hands together, tapping your thumbs and index fingers against each other twice. This motion mimics the action of snapping two Lego bricks together.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
This sign is highly iconic, visually representing the action of holding two small Lego bricks and snapping them together.
Signing Tips
Keep your middle, ring, and pinky fingers curled comfortably into your palms so the focus remains on the thumbs and index fingers. Make the tapping motion crisp to clearly show the snapping action of the bricks.
Common Mistakes
Using flat hands instead of curved fingers, which looks more like clapping or the sign for 'together' rather than holding small blocks.
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Lego" in a Sentence
1

My son loves playing with Legos.

Sign 'son', 'love', 'play', and then sign 'Lego' by tapping your curved thumbs and index fingers together to mimic snapping bricks.

2

We built a giant Lego castle.

Use the sign for 'Lego' before signing 'castle' to specify the material the castle was built from.

3

Don't step on the Lego!

Sign 'Lego' followed by the sign for 'step on' and a pained or warning facial expression to convey the message.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is this sign used for all building blocks?

While it specifically mimics the snapping of Lego bricks, it is often used colloquially for similar interlocking building blocks. For plain wooden blocks, the sign for 'block' (outlining a square shape) is typically used instead.

Can I just fingerspell L-E-G-O?

Yes, fingerspelling L-E-G-O is also very common and perfectly acceptable, especially if you are referring to the brand name specifically.

Does the hand orientation matter?

Yes, your palms should generally face each other with the thumbs and index fingers pointing forward, as if you are holding the bricks right in front of your chest.

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