How to Sign "Sexy"

The sign 'sexy' is fingerspelled. Make the hand into a fist, with the thumb across the fingers to make the S hand shape. Bring the thumb below the other fingers, against the palm, to make the E hand shape. Bring the index finger up and curl it in to make the X hand shape. Finally, bring the index finger down and outstretch the thumb and pinkie fingers to make the Y hand shape.

Examples Using "Sexy" in a Sentence

1

That dress looks sexy on you.

Point to the dress, point to the person, and smoothly fingerspell S-E-X-Y. Be sure to add an appreciative facial expression to match the compliment.

2

He thinks he is so sexy.

Point to the person, sign 'think', and then fingerspell S-E-X-Y. You can use a slight eye roll or a playful facial expression to convey the specific tone of the sentence.

3

This new car is really sexy.

Sign 'new', then 'car', and finally fingerspell S-E-X-Y. In ASL, just like in English, this concept can be used to describe sleek, highly appealing objects.

How to Sign "Sexy"
The sign 'sexy' is fingerspelled. Make the hand into a fist, with the thumb across the fingers to make the S hand shape. Bring the thumb below the other fingers, against the palm, to make the E hand shape. Bring the index finger up and curl it in to make the X hand shape. Finally, bring the index finger down and outstretch the thumb and pinkie fingers to make the Y hand shape.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
Because this specific version of the word is fingerspelled, its visual logic comes directly from the American manual alphabet. Fingerspelling is frequently used in ASL for emphasis, for slang, or to directly borrow a specific English concept and its exact nuances. By spelling out S-E-X-Y, you are directly conveying the English word.
Signing Tips
When fingerspelling S-E-X-Y, focus on the smooth transition between the letters rather than bouncing your hand. Keep your hand steady in one place, right around your shoulder level. Since 'E' and 'X' are both compact handshapes, practice the transition from the closed 'S' to the resting 'E', then popping the index finger up for 'X' before extending the thumb and pinky for the final 'Y'.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake when fingerspelling short words like S-E-X-Y is bouncing the hand up and down with each letter. Keep your wrist steady and let your fingers do the work. Another frequent error is rushing the 'X' handshape, which can make it look like a sloppy 'D' or 'R'. Make sure your index finger is clearly hooked.
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Sexy" in a Sentence
1

That dress looks sexy on you.

Point to the dress, point to the person, and smoothly fingerspell S-E-X-Y. Be sure to add an appreciative facial expression to match the compliment.

2

He thinks he is so sexy.

Point to the person, sign 'think', and then fingerspell S-E-X-Y. You can use a slight eye roll or a playful facial expression to convey the specific tone of the sentence.

3

This new car is really sexy.

Sign 'new', then 'car', and finally fingerspell S-E-X-Y. In ASL, just like in English, this concept can be used to describe sleek, highly appealing objects.

Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to mouth the word while fingerspelling it?

You don't need to over-exaggerate mouthing the individual letters, but you can naturally mouth the full word 'sexy' as you fingerspell it. This provides extra context and helps the person reading your hands catch the word faster.

Can I use this to describe objects, or just people?

Just like in English, you can fingerspell S-E-X-Y to describe sleek, appealing objects like a new sports car, a nice outfit, or even a cool piece of technology, in addition to describing people.

How fast should I fingerspell this word?

Clarity is always much more important than speed. Start by forming the S, E, X, and Y handshapes slowly and clearly. As your muscle memory improves, the transitions will naturally speed up and become a single fluid motion.

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