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Whether we realize it or not, hand gestures are a constant part of our communication. Hand gestures ...
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Whether we realize it or not, hand gestures are a constant part of our communication. Hand gestures can make people listen to you more attentively, feel more comfortable around you, or even add an air of authority to your words. 1.
These gestures are most helpful when one is speaking to someone with no language in common. 2.. While visiting a new city or country, it is important to learn what certain gestures mean so that you don’t offend anyone.
3.. During a visit to Australia, former US President George W. Bush tried to signal a peace sign by waving the two fingers or V-sign at the crowd. You may think of this as a simple gesture ,but he committed a major error. 4.. This hand gesture in Australia is a rude expression used to show you're very angry. Therefore, it's important to understand the meaning of gestures before you communicate with people in different cultures.
Those considered as a good gestures in one country may be termed as an offensive gesture in some countries. 5..
A.Here is a very common example.
B.We communicate not only by words, but by hand getures as well.
C.However, the same gesture can mean something quite different in another culture.
D.He received warm welcome by the Australians.
E.Instead of his palm facing outwards, it faced inwards.
F.So, if you are a frequent flier to different countries, improve your communication skills by learning the meaning of certain gestures.
G.Since it's such a common mode of communication, using hand gestures effectively is important.
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