Welcome to Kestner, the German Sign Language Dictionary (DGS)!

With over 19,000 different terms as a sign video, the Kestner is an invaluable tool for expressing yourself in almost any situation. This world's largest dictionary from the DGS not only offers a comprehensive vocabulary, but also a variety of helpful functions that enable you to better understand and communicate more easily in German Sign Language.


The signs in the Kestner are divided into over 100 categories. A search function and many filters make it easier to find terms as DGS signs. If a term you are looking for is not included as a sign in Kestner, synonyms will be suggested to you.

The Kestner shows the sign pictures with movement arrows from the LVR Max Ernst School in Euskirchen for around 2,500 terms.
Using an integrated image editor, you can create still images of the sign videos directly in Kestner and edit them with arrows and many different elements.
You can then insert the sign images into print templates and use the Kestner to create worksheets and teaching materials. You can insert approximately 3,500 symbols from the Mulberry symbol collection into sign images and print templates. You can print or download the sign pictures and print templates.


You can use the Kestner with your personal login data on all devices (PC, smartphone, tablet) as an app and web version (including on Windows, Mac and Linux).
The Kestner always stays up to date with regular updates and upgrades.

Download the Kestner app today and register for free and without obligation.
Our demo version gives you access to 300 signs that can't wait for you to sign!


We hope you have a great experience discovering one of the most beautiful languages ​​in the world!

Sincerely yours

Publisher Karin Kestner