• Can we expect people everywhere to act the same? Why? Why do you think we need to study body language?
People in different parts of the world don’t act the same. Their body languages vary from culture to culture and may be different because of social background. Learning a foreign language is more than learning the knowledge of the language itself. It is important for us to be aware of the culture difference because it is crucial and indispensable for successful communication.
I’m sorry!
Nice to meet you!
What is body language?
• Body Language is a form of non-verbal communication. • It uses movements or positions of our body to show other people what we are thinking or feeling. • It includes body movements, facial expressions, gestures, posture , speaking distance and other non-verbal signals.
1. It can be dangerous for you to meet people you do not know. 2. Many Asian people do not usually physically touch strangers. 3. If we show an open hand, it means that we are not holding anything dangerous.
Negative
Body Leabharlann anguageHolding your arms across your chest
Rolling your eyes and turning your head away
Closing your hand and shaking it at someone
The open handA universal sign
Body language varies from culture to culture. Not all members of all cultures behave the same way. We should try to grasp and respect each other’s culture in order to make good communication.
4. The right hand is usually used because it is
almost always the stronger. 5. People shake their hands when meeting people to show that they can be trusted. 6. To show respect Muslim people will touch their heart and mouth when greeting someone.
Body language
confident/confused inspired/disappointed regretful/excited
What are they trying to tell us? How are they expressing themselves?
You’re great!