ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

ILY sign

The "ily" sign is a gesture that means "I love you". It's easy to do, and involves using your hand to make three specific motions.

First, make a fist with your hand, and then extend your pinky finger and index finger outward, like you're pretending to hold a tiny teacup. This represents the "I".

Next, take your thumb and middle finger and touch them together, leaving your other fingers up, which represents the "L".

Finally, curl your ring and middle fingers down so they're touching your palm, while keeping your pinky and index fingers up, which represents the "Y".

All together, the gesture looks like a combination of three letters, "I-L-Y", which stands for "I love you". It's a sweet and simple way to show someone you care about them!