sign

US /saɪn/
UK /saɪn/
"sign" picture
1.

标志, 牌子, 招牌

a notice, especially a public one, that gives information or instructions

:
The sign said 'Stop'.
牌子上写着“停止”。
There was a 'For Sale' sign in the window.
窗户上有一个“出售”牌子
2.

手势, 信号, 暗号

a gesture or action used to convey information or instructions

:
He gave a sign to the waiter to bring the bill.
他向服务员做了个手势,示意结账。
She communicated with him using hand signs.
她用手与他交流。
3.

征兆, 预兆, 迹象

an event or circumstance that indicates a future outcome; an omen

:
The dark clouds were a sign of the coming storm.
乌云是暴风雨即将来临的征兆
His sudden silence was a bad sign.
他突然的沉默是个不好的预兆
1.

签署, 签名

write one's name on (something) to authorize it or show one's agreement, acceptance, or obligation

:
Please sign your name at the bottom of the form.
请在表格底部签名
She agreed to sign the contract.
她同意签署合同。
2.

示意, 打手势

use gestures to convey information or instructions

:
He signed to his friend to wait.
他向朋友示意等待。
The referee signed for a foul.
裁判示意犯规。