Body language

1.

2.

“Communication is a skill that you
can learn. It is like riding a bicycle
or typing. If you’re willing to work
at it ,you can rapidly improve the
quality of every part of your life.”
©Brian Tracy

3.

Communication – the act of sharing or
exchanging information, ideas or feelings.
Verbal communication – communication
connected with words.
Nonverbal communication –
communication without words.

4.

Plan
1. Difference between verbal and nonverbal communication
2. Nonverbal communication in different cultures
3. Communication skills are worth to learn

5.

Verbal
Nonverbal
facial expression
words
clothing
space
sentences
body movements
intonation
volume of voice
expressions
eye contact
hand movements
gesture
posture

6.

Complete each sentence (A-F) with one of the endings (1-6)
A. Nonverbal communication can be communicated through
B. Nonverbal communication takes place
C. In Greece waving is
D. Latin Americans and Southern Europeans use touching behavior frequently and
have
E. In Japan, raising one’s voice often means
F. Observing a person’s body language you can understand if
1. simultaneously with verbal communication.
2. gesture and touch, by body language or posture, by facial expression and eye
contact as well as through object communication such as hairstyles or furniture.
3. a closer distance for conversation.
4. a lack of self-control.
5. an insult.
6. he or she is telling the truth or lying.

7.

What nonverbal modes will you use
to show that you are…
• in a hurry
• in a low spirits
• bored
• interested
• nervous
For example: When I am ….. I can …..

8.

Answer the questions
1. What ways do we use to transmit information besides
language?
2. Why do many researchers believe that nonverbal
communication is more powerful than verbal
communication?
3. How do people greet each other in different countries?
How do they greet each other in your country?
4. Why does physical appearance play a very important role
in communication?
5. What should you do to avoid breaks in communication and
personal relationships?
6. What can the “OK” gesture mean in different countries?

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Gestures
Meaning
Great Britain, the USAall correct
France- one
Iran-an insult
Tunisia-I don’t like you
Great Britain, the USA,
Australia1)hitchhike(thumb a
lift),2)all correct
Greece- shut up
Italy-one
1
2
Great Britain, Australia1)victory, peace
2)shut up
In many countries- two

10.

Politicians often use “silent language”

11.

Mime the dialogue
A. Excuse me. Can you take a picture of me?
B. Yeah, sure.
A. Just press that button.
B. Er … which one?
A. The one on the top.
B. OK, right. Er … can you move back a bit?
A. Is this OK?
B. Fine, now smile. That’s very nice.
A. Thanks.
B. Not at all. You’ve got a lovely smile. Er … fancy
a cup of coffee?
A. OK, but I’ve got no money on me.
B. That’s OK. I’ll pay.