To sign 'you are stupid', begin by pointing your index finger directly at the person you are addressing to sign 'you'. Next, form a 'V' handshape with your dominant hand, keeping your palm facing inward. Bring your hand up and tap the back of your 'V' fingers against your forehead to sign 'stupid'.
Start by pointing to the person to sign 'you', then sign 'stupid' by tapping a 'V' handshape against your forehead, followed by the signs for 'go' and 'in'.
Sign 'I joke', then point to the person, shake your head to indicate 'not', and sign 'stupid' with the 'V' handshape on your forehead.
Sign 'why you do that', then point directly at the person and sign 'stupid' with a strong, emphasized movement and matching facial expression.
Start by pointing to the person to sign 'you', then sign 'stupid' by tapping a 'V' handshape against your forehead, followed by the signs for 'go' and 'in'.
Sign 'I joke', then point to the person, shake your head to indicate 'not', and sign 'stupid' with the 'V' handshape on your forehead.
Sign 'why you do that', then point directly at the person and sign 'stupid' with a strong, emphasized movement and matching facial expression.
Yes, just like in spoken English, calling someone stupid is generally considered offensive. It should be used with caution, typically only in a joking manner with close friends who understand your intent.
No, you do not need to sign 'are'. American Sign Language does not typically use 'to be' verbs like 'am', 'is', or 'are'. You simply sign 'YOU' followed immediately by 'STUPID'.
While 'stupid' is sometimes used playfully, ASL has a specific, separate sign for 'silly' (brushing a 'Y' handshape in front of the nose). It is better to use the sign for 'silly' if you want to keep the tone light and avoid misunderstandings.
