Verbal+And+Nonverbal+Communication

1. Explain the difference between Verbal and Non verbal Communication.Give two examples.
__Verbal Communication Components:__ Crucial components of verbal communication include language, sound, words and speaking. The emphasis in verbal communication is the act of speaking. Words alone are not enough to put across the gravity of the message or the real meaning. It's the uttering part that makes verbal communication a distinct type. __For Example__ Oral Communication: The most apparent type of verbal communication is oral, and a number of examples of oral communication are readily available. Speeches, presentations and announcements are all forms of verbal communication, as well as casual conversations between friends.

__Nonverbal Communication Components:__ Nonverbal communication, on the other hand, puts more emphasis on actions. Components comprising nonverbal communication include kinesics (posture, body movements, synching and the degree of relaxation or tension), gesture (intended movements), facial expressions, spatial relations, touch and display (appearance). It is that part of the message which cannot be expressed in words that is conveyed by nonverbal communication. The components of each type of communication also determine the difference in intent of the two.

__For Example__ Gestures: Gestures are a main form of nonverbal communication, according to blatner.com. Gestures include shaking someone's hand, waving or pointing; a viewer of these gestures will garner clues as to what you're trying to communicate. Someone who crosses his arms over his chest may be displeased or feeling closed off to those around him.

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2. Give examples of 2 different gestures used around the world.
__Example 1:__ A-ok or Okay, made by connecting the thumb and forefinger in a circle and holding the other fingers straight, may signal the word okay, especially as a diving signal. The same gesture is offensive in parts of southern Europe and South America.

__Example 2:__ Clenched fist is used as a gesture of defiance or solidarity. Facing the signer, it threatens physical violence (i.e., "a thumping"). []