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BODY

LANGUAGE

He who does not understand a look will not


understand a long explanation either
Arab proverb

kinesics
knisks/
The study of the way in which certain body
movements and gestures serve as a form of nonverbal communication.

proxemics
proksimks/
The branch of knowledge that deals with the amount of
space that people feel it necessary to set between
themselves and others.

How a body speaks?


In

a normal conversation only 7% of the


message is conveyed through words and
about 38% through vocal variety like pitch,
modulation etc.

The balance 55% is communicated through

body language, using


gestures, postures etc.

facial

expressions,

Handshakes
Three basic attitudes are transmitted

through the handshake:


Dominance
Submission
Equality

The Ring or Ok Gesture


The OK signal means:
* Fine or All correct
in most English-speaking countries.
* Zero or worthless in
some parts of Europe.
Money in Japan
An insult in Greece, Brazil, Italy, Russia

The Thumb Up Gesture


In Britain, Australia and New Zealand the
thumb-up gesture has three meanings.
1. O.K, Fine, or good job
2. Five in Japan.
3. One in Germany
4. An insulting signal in some countries
like, -Russia, Greece, Australia.

Pointing Finger
This hand gesture is an indication of a

dominant
to subordinate behaviour
An aggressive signal,

not liked by many.

Can you decode their body


language?

SUGGESTIONS
Smile
Eyes glued to the conversation
Keep your head straight
Limit the fidget
Make use of your hands

Body language differs from culture to


culture

Always remember body language is


local!

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