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Our ASL dictionary includes over 2,300 words and phrases from our Complete 4-Level ASL Course.

This means that if you learn this essential vocabulary from our ASL dictionary, you can start having basic conversations in sign language before you know it!

Keep in mind, though, that you also need to learn ASL syntax and grammar in order to communicate correctly in American Sign Language, so don’t forget to check out our complete American Sign Language course options where you can learn American Sign Language and not just vocabulary!

If you’re not able to join our Complete 4-Level ASL Course just yet, you can focus on learning the words in this ASL dictionary and you will have a great foundation for becoming fluent in American Sign Language when you’re ready!

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The Best Sign Language Dictionary Recommendations

Want to learn even more vocabulary? A hard copy sign language dictionary is always great to have around as you are learning American Sign Language! We know all the best ASL dictionaries that are accurate and have stood the test of time.

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sign language dictionaryAmerican Sign Language Dictionary
This is a huge ASL dictionary and explains more than 5,000 signs and has over 8,000 illustrations. You definitely need to have a dictionary like this if you are learning American Sign Language! When you want to look up an obscure word, it’s most likely in here!

The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Languagesign language dictionary
This is a very popular ASL dictionary. The book includes over 3,000 signs and comes with a DVD. You are able to type in a word on the DVD and the word comes up with a video in ASL. It is great for both beginners and seasoned signers. Highly recommended!

The American Sign Language Handshape Dictionary
This is a great resource in that the dictionary is organized by handshape, not by word. This way, when you see a sign, you are able to look it up to learn what it means. We highly recommend this book for the ASL learner.

Religious Signing: A Comprehensive Guide For All Faiths
If you want to learn religious signs, or plan to interpret church services, this book is wonderful! It’s a great comprehensive guide and is easy to understand. We highly recommend it!

sign language dictionaryRandom House Webster’s American Sign Language Dictionary
This dictionary is a great resource to have. It not only illustrates vocabulary in ASL (the pictures are good, but not the best), but also idiomatic expressions. Knowing expressions like these is very important when engaging in an actual conversation with a Deaf person. We recommend this dictionary for anyone learning sign language.

Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary
This is a wonderful concise version of the Random House Webster’s full ASL dictionary. 

Ward’s Natural Sign Language Thesaurus of Useful Signs and Synonyms
A great sign language thesaurus and probably the only one available!

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