Frequently Asked Questions

Hold up fingers to show the number of words in the phrase. This is usually the first gesture you make.

Place the number of fingers against your forearm to indicate how many syllables are in the current word.

Pinch your thumb and index finger close together to signal the word is short (like "a," "the," "it").

Hold your thumb and index finger far apart to indicate the word is long or complex.

Cup your hand behind your ear to signal that you're about to act out a word that sounds like the target word.

Hook your little fingers together to show the word is plural, helping teammates avoid guessing the singular form.

Point at the guesser and nod enthusiastically when they say the right word or are getting close.