Translation guide
In Japanese, 'hand signal' can be expressed with words for gestures, signs, or signals made with the hands. The most common term is 手信号 (teshingō), but other expressions like ハンドサイン (hando sain) or 手の合図 (te no aizu) are also used depending on context.
A gesture or sign made with the hand to communicate something, such as in traffic, sports, or everyday situations.
The standard term for a hand signal, especially in formal contexts like traffic control, scouting, or military.
A hand signal used as part of a sign language system.
Specifically a sign in Japanese Sign Language (JSL) or other sign languages.
この手話のサインは「ありがとう」を意味します。
This sign means 'thank you' in sign language.
警察官が手信号で交通を誘導した。
The police officer directed traffic with hand signals.
A loanword from English, often used in sports, music, or casual contexts for hand signals or gestures.
バンドのメンバーはハンドサインで合図を送った。
The band members gave signals with hand signs.
Literally 'hand signal/sign', a more descriptive phrase that can be used in various situations.
彼は手の合図で「ストップ」と伝えた。
He signaled 'stop' with a hand gesture.
Refers to hand gestures in general, often used in the context of body language or communication without words.
手振りを交えて話す。
To speak with hand gestures.