# How to Sign “Angry” in Sign Language Did you know that anger can actually give you a boost of adrenaline, making you temporarily stronger and faster? However, it's probably not a good idea to get angry on purpose just for this reason. ## Signing “Angry” 1. Hand shape: Start with your dominant hand in a “open-5” handshape, with your fingers bent. 2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level, palms facing your body. 3. Movement: In one quick movement, bring both hands upward and outward. 4. Facial expression: Make sure your face shows anger or frustration by furring your eyebrows and opening your mouth. ## Learn how to sign other emotions! [happy](/content/asl/happy/index.html) | [sad](/content/asl/sad/index.html) | [angry](/content/asl/angry/index.html) | [scared](/content/asl/scared/index.html) | [excited](/content/asl/excited/index.html) | [nervous](/content/asl/nervous/index.html) | [calm](/content/asl/calm/index.html) | [jealous](/content/asl/jealous/index.html) | [hungry](/content/asl/hungry/index.html) | [thirsty](/content/asl/thirsty/index.html) ## Break Communication Barriers Learn more signs on our regularly updated ASL page! As you're picking up sign language, try using Ava for more meaningful conversations with Deaf and hard-of-hearing people. [ASL](/content/asl/index.html) [Try Ava](https://web.ava.me/web/signup)