To sign "menu", you will fingerspell the word M-E-N-U. Hold your dominant hand up near your shoulder with your palm facing forward. Form the letter 'M' by tucking your thumb under your first three fingers. Transition to 'E' by curling your fingers in with your thumb resting below them. Next, form 'N' by tucking your thumb under your first two fingers. Finally, form 'U' by extending your index and middle fingers straight up and keeping them together.
Sign 'can', point to yourself for 'I', sign 'see', and then fingerspell M-E-N-U.
Fingerspell M-E-N-U, then sign 'have', 'many', and 'choices'.
Fingerspell M-E-N-U, then sign 'what' while furrowing your eyebrows to indicate a question.
Sign 'can', point to yourself for 'I', sign 'see', and then fingerspell M-E-N-U.
Fingerspell M-E-N-U, then sign 'have', 'many', and 'choices'.
Fingerspell M-E-N-U, then sign 'what' while furrowing your eyebrows to indicate a question.
Both are perfectly acceptable! Fingerspelling M-E-N-U is very common because it is quick and efficient, but 'food list' is also a great descriptive alternative used by many signers.
You don't have to, but many signers will naturally mouth the word 'menu' to provide extra context and clarity while fingerspelling.
Focus on clarity over speed. It is always better to spell M-E-N-U slowly and clearly so your conversation partner can understand you, rather than rushing and blurring the letters.
