body language&gesture presentation
body language词汇汇编
(3)______________, Out of curiosity he opened the box.
出于好奇心，他打开了盒子。
3．approach vt. 向…靠近=get close to
n. 入门，接近；方法，途径
approach sb. on/about sth. 与某人商量某事
a new approach to language teaching 一种新的
12．spoken adj.口语的 →unspoken adj.非口语的；未说出口的 13．function n．作用；功能；职能 vi.起作用；运转 14．truly adv.真实地；真诚地；真正地 15．false adj.错误的；假的 16．anger n．怒气；怒火→angry adj.生气的
17．subjective adj.主观的→subject n.主题；对象
18．rank n．等级；军衔
1．defend against 保卫……以免受
2．on the contrary 相反地
3．in the same way 以相同的方式
4．at ease 舒适；快活；自由自在 5．turn one’s back to 背对；背弃 6．get close to 靠近；接近
2．curious adj.好奇的
curiously adv. 好奇地
curiosity n. 好奇心
be curious about 对……感到好奇
be curious to do sth. 渴望做……
from/out of curiosity 出于好奇
meet/satisfy one’s curiosity 满足某人的好奇心
with curiosity＝curiously 好奇地
肢体语言 body language
肢体语言(body language)是指能够传递某种特定信息的面部表情、手势语，以及其他身体部位的动作等等。
它在人际交往过程中起着非常重要的作用。
由于社会的发展，国与国之间的交流不断加强，西方的许多肢体语言在我国也已经被认同，还有一些被普遍适用。
比如：西方人往往指胸口来表示“我”。
大拇指朝上，表示“好”；但大拇指朝下则表示“坏，糟透了”。
还有用大拇指指尖与食指指尖相接成Ｏ形，伸直其余三个指头，表示OK，即“正常”、“顺利”、“没问题”。
伸出食指和中指成V形，表示victory(胜利)。
如果招手示意别人过来，他们是伸出手，掌心朝上，捏拢四指，前后弯动食指。
当然，在中国和西方国家中，肢体语言其含义也存在不同程度上的差异。
不过，很多肢体语言表达的含义还是一致的，比如，点头表示：同意或者表示明白了，听懂了；眉毛上扬表示：不相信或惊讶；避免目光接触意味着：冷漠，逃避，不关心，没有安全感，消极，恐惧或紧张等；摇头表示：不同意；鼓掌：赞成或高兴等等，但是在这里，我们主要通过分类来说明，在不同的文化背景下，不同的肢体语言在不同程度上所存在的差异，了解从中体现出来的文化差异，从而提高我们学习语言的兴趣。
一、动作一样，意义不同(the same action，different meaning)。
如下例：1. 跺脚(stamp one’s foot)：在中国人看来，表示气愤，恼怒，灰心，悔恨。
比如说：气得直跺脚。
而它的英文含义则是不耐烦，比如：give a stamp of impatience(不耐烦得跺脚)。
2. 目不转睛地看(look with fixed gaze)：其中文含义是：好奇；有时是惊讶。
比如，孩子们目不转睛地盯着公园里的猴子；他目不转睛的看着科幻书上的飞碟等等。
而这个短语的英文含义则是不礼貌；使人发窘；不自在。
比如：Under his intense gaze she felt uncomfortable.(他目不转睛地看着她，使她觉得很不自在。
关于body language的英语作文
关于body language的英语作文Body language is a powerful form of communication that transcends verbal language. It encompasses gestures, facial expressions, posture, and eye movements that all convey hidden messages and emotions. It is said that nonverbal cues make up more than half of our communication, making it crucial to understand the impact of body language in our daily interactions with others.身体语言是一种强大的沟通形式，超越了口头语言。
它包括手势、面部表情、姿势和眼神动作，都传达着隐藏的信息和情绪。
据说，非语言暗示占据了我们沟通的一半以上，因此了解身体语言在我们日常与他人互动中的影响至关重要。
One aspect of body language that plays a significant role in communication is facial expressions. Our faces are a canvas for our emotions, and often, our facial expressions can reveal more than words ever could. A smile can instantly brighten someone's day, while a frown can signal displeasure or sadness. It is essential to pay attention to the facial expressions of others to better understand their feelings and reactions.在沟通中扮演重要角色的身体语言方面之一是面部表情。
Body Language
Body Language1. IntroductionBody language is used by people for sending messages to one another. It is very useful because it can help you make yourself easily understood. People can communicate with each other through not only verbal communication but also nonverbal communication. Moreover, the latter plays an essential role in human communication. Many people pay great attention to the acceptance and correctness of the verbal communication and overlook the influence and cultural difference of nonverbal communication. Then the misunderstanding and cultural crash often occur in the cross-cultural communication. So in the process of communication, it is not a complete communication while ignoring the cultural differences of nonverbal communication. A famous anthropologist E.T.Hall pointed out ―Silent language expresses more information than verbal language. Because it contains much information.‖ According to some researchers abroad, in people’s daily life, nonverbal communication takes part over 65% in all of information exchange. And body language is an important part of nonverbal communication. Many experts have shown the importance of body language in the cross-cultural communication. ―A psychologist proposed a formula: the total impact of message = 7% verbal + 38% vocal +55% facial expressions and behavior.‖[1] It is clear without body language we can’t finish our informational exchange. Body language, like verbal language can express emotions, exchange ideas and deliver information. So we must know the cultural differences of body language to achieve efficient communication.2 The definition and the importance of body language2.1 DefinitionThere’s language in her eyes, her cheek, her lip, Nay, her foot speaks. ---Shakespeare When we speak, we use much more than just words. We also communicate with our face, our hands, and even our own body. This kind of communication can be called ―body language‖ or ―non-verbal communication‖.The world’s best business communicators have strong body language: a commanding presence that reflects confidence, competence, and charisma. Body language refers to the use of facial expressions, gestures and physical contact to express a message. Body language is an important part of nonverbal communication and it is used by people for sending messages to one another. It is very useful because it can help you make yourself easily understood. When you are talking with others, you are not just using words, but also using expressions and gestures. For example, waving ones hand is to say ―Good-bye.‖A smile and handshake show welcome, and clapping hands means congratulations. Nodding the head means agreement, but shaking the head means disagreement. The gestures are accepted both by Chinese and foreigners as having the same meanings. Different countries have different body language. For example, men in Russia, France and Arab countries kiss each other when they meet, but men in China or Australia shake hands instead of kissing. People in Puerto Rio like touching each other, but people from English speaking countries do not touth each other. If you touch an English person, you should say ―Sorry.‖ People in Arab countries like standing close to one another when they are talking, but English people must keep a distance away when they are talking. In some Asian countries, you must not touch the head of another person. In Arab countries, you eat using the fingers of your right land, the left hand is not used at all. In parts of Asia you must not sit with your feet pointing at another person.2.2 ImportanceCommunication tool as a community language is the carrier of culture, but also an integral part of culture. The language reflects the prism of different nationalities, different cultural environment, lifestyle, ideas, religious rituals, values and thinking habits. So cultural differences the same gestures in different countries sometimes have different meaning. We communicate with more than the words we speak. Words are only one part of communication. Beyond voice communication, there are the messages our bodies send out constant. Research shows language only play the role of the expression of seven percent everyday. Sometimes the body message reinforces the words. Sometimes it contradicts them. Sometimes the messages are sent with noaccompanying words and we speak in body language alone. Body language, like our verbal language, is also a part of our culture. People in the exchange, there will be unconscious of the use of body language. Body language is an expression of one’s inner world of silence and an authentic language, non-verbal means of the most eye-catching. Body Language includes space dominance, eyes contact, physical contact, posture movements, facial expressions, etc. But not all body language has the same meaning for different people. Different people have different ways of making nonverbal communication. Are our voices loud, angry, overbearing, confident, soft, and shy? The quality of a voice can communicate as much as the words. The same words can be tender, mocking, sarcastic or angry, depending on how they are said. We can signal our own authority by talking in a loud, overbearing way. We can use the same words to signal our humility by talking softly and hesitantly. To learn the correct hand signals to communicate with others will make you happier.3. A comparative study of body language between Chinese and English-speaking countries3.1 Comparative study of physical contactPhysical contact also may mean different things in different culture. Figures from a study offer interesting insight into this matter. Pairs of individuals sitting and chatting in college shops in different places were observed for at least one hour each.In English-speaking countries,physical contact is generally avoided in conversation among ordinary friends or acquaintances. Merely touching someone may cause an unpleasant reaction. If one touches another person accidentally, she\he often says ―Sorry,I’m sorry‖[2].As we know, our Chinese often fondle the babies and little children who look very lovely, and the mother of the baby may not feel any awkward but pride. But Western mothers will feel embarrassing about this. Even they know that such gestures are just signs of friendliness. They still feel displeasure. As such actions in their own culture woule be considered rude, offensive.Besides the form of touching, let’s take up the matter of hugging and embracing in public. In many countries, many women hug and kiss. In most of the English-speaking countries, it also occurs frequently between husband and wife and other members in the family. Hugging and embracing among men is a different matter. Among Arabs, Russians, French and in several of the east European and Mediterranean countries, a warm hug and a kiss on the cheeks between the man are to show welcome. In east Asia and in the English-speaking countries, though, the action is seldom seen. They just shake hands in common. The matter of physical contact between members of the same sex in English-speaking countries is a delicate one. In their childhood, the holding of hands or walking with an arm around another’s shoulder is not considered proper. The implication is homosexuality, and homosexuality generally arouses strong social disapproval in those countries.3.2 Comparative study of facial expressionsFacial expression is the most expressive part of the body. It’s capable of conveying emotions. Different cultures have many different or same facial expressions. Laughing means happiness and crying indicates sadness. Since the expression of emotions is acquired in the background of cultures, facial expressions varies among cultures. Smacking means delicious in China, while it means ―have no savor‖ in English-speaking countries. Lolling out tongue indicates shyness for Han race and politeness to strange heterosexual guests for Tibetan, whereas it indicates contempt, jeer or resistance for American children. Because the traditional cultures and the affects toward certain thing are not the same, facial expressions would be different. For example, when Chinese are praised by others, they would take on negative facial expression, indicating ―I don’t believe.‖ ―I can’t accept.‖ When English are praised, they would say, ―Thank you!‖ with a smile. Chinese would consider this attitude as immodesty and pride. All of these as determined by the features of cultures.Smiles and laughter are the common character of human. They usually convey friendliness, approval, satisfaction, pleasure, joy and merriment. But their meanings also vary from culture to culture. In cross-cultural communication, there are many misunderstandings caused by smile. English people usually can’t understand Chinesefacial expressions and smiles. Some even call Chinese smile as inscrutable. There are two reasons.a. Chinese smile often isn’t accordant with c ontextFor instance, when an American is parking his bicycle, and the bicycle accidentally falls over, he feels embarrassed at his awkwardness, and is quite angered and humiliated when Chinese onlookers laugh. Such laughter, of course is not at the person or his misfortune—whether he be a foreigner or a Chinese. It can convey a number of meanings; don’t take it so seriously; or laugh it of, or it is nothing; or such things can happen to anyone, etc. But in America, onlookers should reflect such context with clear sympathetic feelings.b. English people think Chinese feelings are too implicit and are not often taken on face Even there is some disaster happening to them, Chinese people would also smile at guests. But if something unfortunate happens to English people, they would not conceal their sad feeling intentionally. There are more facial expressions and gestures in English-speaking countries, especially in America. American adults always encourage their children to show themselves and to form extroverted character, which would elicit more facial expressions. But Chinese adults often warn their children not to display their emotions, so most of their children own an introverted and implicit character.3.3 Comparative study of eye contactEye contact is an delicate aspect of body language. Eyes play a large part in communication. It helps to regulate the flow of communication. It signals interest in others and increases the speaker’s credibility. People who make eye contact open the flow of communication and convey interest, concern, warmth, and credibility.It’s one of the most common and ancient ways of exchanging feelings between people. In drama, poetry, fiction and music, eyes have always been a fascinating topic: Shakespeare’s ―thou tell me there is murder in mine eye‖ Bob Dylan’s ―Your eyes said more to me that night than y our lips would ever say.‖ Lyric: ― Your lips tell me no, no, but there’s yes, yes in your eyes.‖As saying goes ―The eyes are the window of the soul‖. That is to say, we can read one’s mind through his/her eyes. Eye language can express complicated feelings and it is an important way to judge the intimacy ofcommunicators.People from English speaking countries have more eye contact when they are in conversation. According to American tradition, communicators must gaze at each other. ―But there are many rules about eye language: Whether to look at the other communicator or not; when it is the time to look at them, how long we can look at; who we can look at and who we can’t; they all i mply different meanings in communication.‖[4] In Juliets Faster’s book ―Body Language‖, there is a paragraph which can explain the problem. Two strangers sit face to face in the dinning room in a train; they can introduce themselves to each other. When they are eating, they can talk anything else. They also can avoid eye contact and do not show interest in each other. A writer described this situation in an article, ―They look over the menu again and again, play with knives and look at their nails.‖ It seems that they look at them for the first time. If their eyes meet, they will turn away immediately and look out of the window.‖Americans pay great attention to the time and the way of eye contact. In common conversation, they will look at each other about one minute and then they will look away. If two Americans gaze at each other, which indicate they are intimate. In North America, the children there have learned to look at the other communicator directly. If they don’t, they are regarded lack of enthusiasm or confidence. They believe the saying ―Never trust a person who can’t look you in the eyes.‖[5]If two Arabians are in conversation, they will look at each other warmly. Because they think eyes are the key of their existence. But in American eyes, they think this behavior is unsuitable or a homosexual behavior. The educated Englishmen believe direct eye contact with our communicators is gentlemanly. But Swedenians use eye language more often than Englishmen. And the French especially like to look attentively at the other communicators with admiration. Japanese often look at the other communicator’s neck when they are in conversation. They believe eye contact is impolite. And Chinese consider gazing people is an unfriendly behavior and it is a challenge. Some South American Indians used to look at different directions when they are talking. In the Middle East, it is considered extremely provocative for a woman to let a man catch her eyes, let alone, return his gaze. Another example, Americans have a trip to a village andthe local people stare at them. They are annoyed and think the local people are rude. In fact, it is normal in the village. They are just curious. ―American social psychologist Michael Argyle found out: People who like each other have more eye-contact than people who dislike each other.‖ In communication, looking down frequently can indicate submissiveness or embarrassment. Looking away constantly may express dissatisfaction. Females are likely to communicate with more eye contact, especially among females. But too long eye contact will cause embarrassment. Most people feel uneasy and uncomfortable under the strong staring. When people always stare at us, we will feel we are threatened or suspect their sincerity. From what is mentioned above we can conclude that different cultural background has a great influence on body language. And eye language also reflects different cultures and believes. So we need to observe and compare and contrast carefully so as to improve cultural exchange and to blend well.3.4 Comparative study of postures―Posture is a matter of how people sit, walk, stand and move.‖[6] What kind of posture people use also can reflect the cultural differences between east and west. ―Hewes pointed out culture mostly determined what kind of postures people use and the meaning and emotion they suggested.‖According to Chinese tradition, people who are sitting have right to take charge of others: Monarch sits and officer stands; father sits and son stands; leader sits and employee stands and so on. So the younger give the old a seat to show respect. But in America and Britain, people who are in charge of others have tendency to stand. They will make use of the height of space to indicate the high status. People who have high status choose to sit when they are conversing with you, which mean they want to create harmonious and equal atmosphere and lessen space. So adults will bend down when they are talking to children. Froyd once said, ― No one can really keep secret. If he does not talk and keep silent, he will talk with his fingers. In a whole, part of his body will sell him out.‖ In fact, this statement refers that people’s postures, attitude and other body language can deliver more hidden information. People may control their facial expressions successfully and appear calm. But they do not realize that his nervousness and eagerness have let out from his body language. Their feet may be stamping on thefloor. Madness is the emotion that may let out from our feet and legs. ―When we are quarrelling with others, our feet will be nervous and trembling unconsciously.‖[7] And females will make some teasing postures with their legs. And postures can also reflect people’s attitude towards their communicators. The research indicated: males communi cate with the person they don’t like, whether they are relaxed or nervous determined by whether their communicators are threatening or not. In this experiment, females will express dislike with very relaxing postures. Postures will be the clue of the internal relationship of a group. For example, Guests are quarrelling because of dispute; we can make out the two quarrelling parts by their postures. People who agree with them will put their legs on the other legs. And people who are against will stretch out their legs straight. And some neutral people will hold arms. Somebody suddenly changes his/her postures, which may mean he disagrees with the person who is speaking or he/she is changing his/her mind. For example, People from English speaking countries prefer kneeling or sitting on the ground to bending down. They think it is the posture of uncultivated people when they are surrounding the fire, and they are willing to kneel or sit on the ground. But people from the countryside of Northern China get used to this posture. In Indonesia, people often bow and put the other people’s hand on their forehead to express modesty. But Americans will not do it. American’s informalness is famous. Teachers can sit on the platform or desk when they are teaching. And the st udents needn’t to sit straight. But in China, people are required to have a good manner. For example, In interpersonal communication, good manners show great respect to the other people. For example, having an interview for job-hunting, we should behave well. And we can conclude something from people’s posture. When we listen to people, we believe they are more energetic, confident and competent if they stand erect. On the other hand, when we see a person slouching over a lectern or standing lazily, we make a negative interpretation. We say the person is not very interested in what they are discussing.3.5 Comparative study of gesturesGesture is the expressive movement of a part of body, especially the hand and the head. Although people are normally not aware of it, they use gestures when they aretalking. If they want to understand gestures correctly, they must take the context or situation into consideration, otherwise gestures can be confusing indeed. For instance, a thumb in the air might mean a request for a ride on the highway or ―ok‖ on the launch pad. To touch the nose can indicate ―dishonesty‖ in conversation or ―failure‖ in contexts such as a game of chess. As with verbal language, nonverbal codes are not universal. A lot of gestures vary from culture to culture.3.5.1 The same meaning shown by different gesturesIn different countries, the different gestures would also have the same meaning. Chinese and English-speaking countries:Bad Raising little finger Thumb down“I don’t know‖ Shaking the head or waving the hand Shrugging the shoulders;“Come here‖ Hand extended toward person, palm open and down, with all fingers crooked in a beckoning motion Hand extended toward person, closed hand, palm up, with forefinger only moving back and forth;“Shame on you!‖ (semi-joking gesture) Forefinger of one hand extended, tip touches one’s face several times quickly, similar to scratching, but with the forefinger straight Forefinger of each hand extended, palms down in fron t of one’s body, one forefinger makes several brushing movements over the back of the other forefinger;Welcome, congratulation Applauding and clapping hands Applauding and snapping one’s fingers;“I’m very full‖ after a meal, one or both hands open, light ly patting one’s own stomach Hand raised to throat, fingers extended, palm down;High praise, the best thumb up closed hand, forefinger up;“No, don’t do that‖ Moving the head from side to side Moving the index finger from side to side;“That’s crazy!‖―He/she is crazy!‖ Moving the index finger from side to side Moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear.3.5.2 The same gestures with different meaning in different culturesSince the cultures in different countries are different, the same gesture would have different meanings in different countries.Chinese and English-speaking countries:Raising forefinger and middle finger to form a ―V‖ The figure of two Victory;Making a circle with thumb and index finger while extending others The figure of zero or three Ok;Hand raised to throat, fingers extended, palm down Suicide I’m very full;Moving the index finger in a circle in front of the ear Think about Think of That’s crazy! He/she is crazy;Thumb up High praise, Good a request for ride on the highway;Index finger touches the temple or the forehead He/she is very foolish. There is something wrong with his/her mind. He/she is very clever/intelligent;Hand extended toward person, palm open and down, with all fingers crooked in a beckoning motion come here goodbye;Forefinger near lips with the sound ―shhh‖ disapproval, hissing be silent/quiet;A speaker or performer clapping at the same time audience applauds appreciation, mutual positive feeling immodest, applauding oneself.4. The significance of Comparative studyIn intercultural communication, it is very important for us to understand the body language. Body language varies from culture to culture. So, the significance of studying and researching body language. is to help foreign language learners and communicators exclude the interference of cultural differences. Moreover, body language has international character. People who live in different countries and speak different languages can communicate through body language. Sometimes body language can be used alone, but sometimes it must be used together with verbal language. If one can’t use body language properly, he can’t achieve communicative purpose well and he will make another one unhappy or make himself embarrassed. Help commmunicate effectively and efficiently4.1 Be tolerant and avoid prejudicesBecause of different cultures, we will meet difficulties in communicating. We should be tolerant of others’ mistakes, for it is impossible for a person to know all countries’ body languages, but we sh ould try our best to avoid others’ prejudices. Whether aChinese or a foreigner, he shouldn’t take it too seriously because any of us may make such mistakes. However, for most people are unaware of this attitude, the reaction to such laughter is quite unpleasant and often generates ill feeling.4.2 Appreciate similarities and accept differencesThe origin of culture in different countries is different. We should respect his custom and reserve our culture.A comparative study of Chinese and Americans’ body language shows a number of similarities. For example, men don’t hug or embrace when meeting.A handshake is the most common gesture to show greeting. It has the same meaning as the waving hand to say ―goodbye‖. A frown shows displeasure, and ―wrinkle‖ of o ne’s nose is a sign of dislike, disgust or disapproval; nodding means ―yes‖, and shaking one’s hand means ―no‖. Pouting has the same meaning–displeasure, bad humor; a pat on the back of a man or boy indicates approval, praise, encouragement; gritting one’s teeth may express anger, fury or determination.Of course, there is some difference. Black children often don’t look at the teacher because their parents told them that it’s impolite. White children stare at the teacher’s eyes not only implies that they are listening to the teacher carefully, but also shows their loyalty. In Asian countries, when speaking, stare at others is impolite, too. Especially, when a subordinate listens to the leader, he often looks down. In Arabian countries, it is the same as white people.5. ConclusionThe study of body language should be complementary to the study of language. In order to communicate effectively in a foreign language, one should know also the facial expressions, gestures, postures and physical contact. In human communication, people use body language to communicate, as well as verbal language. Body language is belongs to the scope of nonverbal communication. Body language plays an important role in our life. Body language, like verbal language, is also a part of culture. But in different cultures body language means the different things. Different people have different ways of making nonverbal communication. Understanding the different cultural implication of English-speaking countries and Chinese body language canpromote people’s cross-cultural communication competence, reinforce the heart-to-heart understanding. This study is helpful for people to diminish or avoid misunderstandings caused by the cultural differences of body language.Bibliography[1]Fast, Julius. Body Language [M].New York: Pocket Books, 1971.[2]Liu Yongfa. The Practical Body Language[M].Beijing:Hua Wen Press, 1997.[3]Samovar,L.A. Understanding Intercultural Communication[J]. WadsworthPublishing Company, 1981.[4]Shen Minxian. The Use of the Body Language in Elementary School[J]. ShanghaiEducation, 1999.[5]Stern,H. H. Fundamental Concepts of Language Teaching[M]. London: Oxforduniversity press. 1983.[6]毕继万. 跨文化非语言交际[M]. 北京：北京外语教学与研究出版，1999.[7]胡文仲. 跨文化交际学概论[M]. 北京：北京外语教学与研究出版社，1991.AcknowledgementsAt the point of finishing this paper, I’d like to express my sincere thanks to all those who have lent me hands in the course of my writing this paper. First of all, I'd like to take this opportunity to show my sincere gratitude to my supervisor, Miss Gao, who has given me so much useful advices on my writing, and has tried her best to improve my paper. Secondly, I’d like to express my gratitude t o my classmates who offered me references and information on time. Last but not the least, I’d like to thank those leaders, teachers and classmate. Without their help, it would be much harder for me to finish my study and this paper.。
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在非正式场合中，身体语言可以 更加轻松自然，但仍需注意尊重
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站立姿势稳定，身体重心平均分布；
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身体接触
拥抱、拍背、握手等身体 接触方式可以传达亲密、 友好或尊重等情感。
body language初中英语作文
body language初中英语作文全文共3篇示例，供读者参考篇1Body language is a form of nonverbal communication that can convey a lot of information about a person's thoughts, feelings, and intentions. While verbal communication relies on words to convey meaning, body language uses gestures, facial expressions, posture, and other physical cues to communicate messages. Understanding and interpreting body language can be crucial in effective communication, as it can help people understand each other better and avoid misunderstandings.One of the most important aspects of body language is facial expressions. The face is a major source of nonverbal communication, as expressions like smiles, frowns, and raised eyebrows can convey a lot of information about a person's emotions. For example, a smile can indicate happiness or friendliness, while a frown may signal disapproval or sadness. By paying attention to facial expressions, people can gain insight into how others are feeling and respond accordingly.Another important aspect of body language is gestures. Gestures are movements of the hands, arms, and body that can convey meaning or emphasize a point. For example, pointing a finger can indicate direction or emphasis, while waving a hand can signal hello or goodbye. Different cultures may have specific gestures that carry different meanings, so it's important to be aware of cultural differences when interpreting gestures.Posture is another important aspect of body language. The way a person stands, sits, or walks can reveal a lot about their confidence, comfort level, and attitude. For example, standing up straight with shoulders back can convey confidence and authority, while slouching or crossing arms may signal defensiveness or insecurity. By paying attention to posture, people can better understand how others are feeling and respond in a way that is respectful and supportive.Eye contact is also a key component of body language. Eye contact can convey interest, attention, and honesty, while avoiding eye contact may suggest discomfort, dishonesty, or disinterest. By maintaining appropriate eye contact during conversations, people can show that they are engaged and attentive, which can help build trust and rapport with others.Overall, body language plays a significant role in communication and can greatly impact how messages are received and interpreted. By learning to read and interpret body language, people can improve their communication skills, build stronger relationships, and navigate social interactions more effectively. Understanding the cues and signals of body language can help bridge gaps in communication, foster better understanding, and promote positive interactions between individuals.篇2Body language is a form of nonverbal communication that plays a significant role in our daily interactions with others. It involves the use of physical movements, gestures, and facial expressions to convey messages and emotions. Understanding body language can help us better interpret people's feelings and intentions, as well as enhance our own communication skills.One of the most common forms of body language is facial expressions. Our faces can convey a wide range of emotions, including happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and surprise. For example, a smile typically indicates happiness or friendliness, while a furrowed brow may signal concern or confusion. Bypaying attention to the subtle changes in a person's facial expression, we can gain insight into their mood and attitude.Gestures are another important aspect of body language. Hand movements, arm positions, and body orientations can all convey different messages. For instance, crossing one's arms may imply defensiveness or discomfort, while open palms can signal honesty and sincerity. Pointing a finger can be perceived as aggressive, while nodding can indicate agreement or understanding.Posture also plays a key role in body language. Standing tall with good posture often demonstrates confidence and assertiveness, while slouching may suggest insecurity or lack of interest. Additionally, mirroring the posture of another person can help establish rapport and build a connection.Eye contact is a powerful form of body language that can convey interest, attention, and trust. Maintaining eye contact during a conversation shows that you are engaged and listening, while avoiding eye contact may suggest dishonesty or disinterest. However, it's important to consider cultural differences, as some cultures may have varying norms regarding eye contact.In addition to these common forms of body language, there are many other subtle cues that can influence how wecommunicate with others. For example, fidgeting, playing with hair, or tapping fingers can indicate nervousness or impatience. Similarly, mircoexpressions - fleeting facial expressions that last only a fraction of a second - can reveal someone's true emotions, even if they are trying to hide them.Overall, body language is a powerful tool that can greatly enhance our communication skills and improve our understanding of others. By paying attention to the nonverbal signals people are sending, we can better navigate social interactions, build stronger relationships, and convey our own thoughts and emotions more effectively. Developing our ability to read and interpret body language is a valuable skill that can benefit us in all areas of life.篇3Body language is a form of nonverbal communication that plays a significant role in our daily interactions. It includes gestures, facial expressions, posture, and eye contact, among other cues that convey messages without the use of words. Understanding body language can help us better interpret others' feelings and thoughts, as well as communicate our own more effectively.One of the most common forms of body language is facial expressions. A smile can indicate happiness or friendliness, while a frown may suggest anger or displeasure. A furrowed brow can signal confusion or concern, while raised eyebrows can indicate surprise. By paying attention to these facial cues, we can better understand someone's emotional state and respond accordingly.Gestures are another important aspect of body language. For example, crossing one's arms may indicate defensiveness or resistance, while nodding one's head can demonstrate agreement or understanding. Pointing a finger can signal emphasis or direction, while waving can express greeting or farewell. By observing these gestures, we can gather valuable information about a person's intentions and attitudes.Posture and body movements also play a crucial role in body language. Standing tall with shoulders back can convey confidence and authority, while slouching may suggest insecurity or disinterest. Leaning forward can indicate engagement or interest, while crossing one's legs can signal relaxation or reserve. By observing these physical cues, we can better understand someone's mood and attitude.Eye contact is another powerful form of body language. Maintaining eye contact can show attentiveness and respect,while avoiding eye contact may suggest shyness or deceit. Too much or too little eye contact can also be perceived as aggressive or evasive. By paying attention to someone's eye contact, we can gauge their level of interest and sincerity in a conversation.Overall, body language is a subtle yet powerful form of communication that can greatly impact our interactions with others. By being mindful of our own body language and observant of others', we can improve our communication skills and strengthen our relationships. So next time you find yourself in a conversation, remember to pay attention not only to the words being spoken, but also to the silent messages conveyed through body language.。
bodylanguage课件
培训课程
参加专门的肢体语言培训课程，系统学习肢 体语言的原理、技巧和方法，接受专业指导 和评估，进一步提高自己的肢体语言能力。
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Body Language 的误区 与注意事项
不要过度解读
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避免主观臆断
在解读肢体语言时，要避免过 度解读或主观臆断，以免产生
误解。
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考虑情境因素
肢体语言的解读需要结合具体 的情境和背景，不能仅凭某个
社交场合
在社交场合中，肢体语言可以帮助我们 更好地与他人建立联系和互动。通过微 笑、点头、握手等肢体语言，可以表达 出友好、尊重和关注，从而促进人际关
系的建立和发展。
例如，当你与陌生人交谈时，你可以通 过微笑和保持眼神接触来表达出友好和
兴趣，使对方感到舒适和受到尊重。
在参加派对或聚会时，注意保持良好的 姿态和自信的肢体语言，这可以让你在 人群中脱颖而出，吸引更多人的关注和
Body Language 课件
目录
• Body Language 简介 • Body Language 的基本元素 • Body Language 的解读 • Body Language 的应用
目录
• Body Language 的训练与提高 • Body Language 的误区与注意事项
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心理咨询与治疗
例如，当客户在讲述自己的问题时，他们的肢体动作 和表情可以反映出他们的情感状态。如果客户显得紧 张或不安，咨询师可以采取适当的措施来缓解他们的 情绪。
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演讲技巧bodylanguage
关于演讲技巧body,language关于演讲技巧body,language篇一：演讲稿How to use body language in the classroomHello!Everyone.It‘s my honor to speak here,andI ?m very glad to share my topic with you .Then today I‘d like to talk something about body language.您好。
每个人。
我很荣幸在这里发言，我与你们分享我的话题很快乐。
今天，我想谈谈的身体语言。
What‘s body language?Body language is the movements of our body.We use them to show other people what we are thinking about and how we are feeling.Body language is expressing yourself by your body action.Though it is not directly than language,but it makes the information more attractive.身体语言是什么？身体语言是我们身体的运动。
我们用它们来告诉其别人，我们都在考虑和我们的感受。
身体语言是通过你的身体动作表达自己。
虽然不是直接的语言，但它使信息更具吸引力。
Do you know what the use of body language is and how to use it ?你知道什么是身体语言的使用和如何使用它？Body language also helps to improvelistening.speaking.reading and writing..身体语言也有助于进步listening.speaking.reading和写作。
Body Language
会让人觉得鞋不跟脚,或不精神
Making people think the shoes do not fit or we are out of passion
行走Walking
后台员工走员工通道。无工作需要, 不随意穿越大堂
Back house staff need to take staff entrance. If it is not out of work exigency, no crossing through the lobby. 依据酒店规定
*即使在宽阔的区域（如大堂），当你和客人结束谈话时
When we finish a conversation with guest, even in a spacious area (e.g. in the lobby)
让道Giving way
*目光注视、面带微笑 Eye contact with smile *向客人致以问候（如必要） Greet guests if necessary *往旁退出一小步 Back off a little bit *身体微微前倾 Slightly pitch our body *伸手为客人指引方向 Show the direction for guests
为什么在工作时我们需要标准化的形体语言
Why we need standard BODY LANGUAGE on work
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专业化
To be PROFESSIONAL
体现ቤተ መጻሕፍቲ ባይዱ务质量
差异化
Make DIFFERENCES on Service Quality
赢得客户
满意
Gain Guest SATISFACTION
此次培训我们可以学到什么 What can we learn from this session
body language的概念
体态语言是一种非语言性的交流方式，它通过肢体动作、姿态、面部表情和眼神等方式传达信息和情感。
在人类交流中，体态语言占据着至关重要的地位，有时甚至比口头语言更能表达真实的情感和意图。
在本篇文章中，我将以从简到繁的方式，深入探讨体态语言的概念，以便我能更深入地理解。
1. 体态语言的基本概念体态语言是指人们在交流中通过身体动作和姿势来传递信息和情感的方式。
它包括肢体动作、姿态、面部表情和眼神等各种元素。
体态语言通常是不言而喻的，它能够传达出一个人的情绪、态度、自信心以及与他人的关系等方面的信息。
在人际交往和社交场合中，体态语言往往能起到比口头语言更直接、更真实的作用。
2. 体态语言的重要性体态语言在人际交往中扮演着重要的角色。
研究表明，有时候人们更倾向于相信对方的体态语言，而不是他们所说的话。
学会观察和运用体态语言可以帮助人们更好地理解他人，并且提高自己在交流中的效果。
体态语言在谈判、领导力和演讲等方面也具有重要意义，它能够帮助人们更好地表达自己的意图和观点，增强说服力和影响力。
3. 体态语言的元素和解读体态语言包括多个元素，每个元素都能够传递出丰富的信息。
一个人的手势可以显示出他的自信程度；面部表情可以表达出他的情绪状态；眼神可以透露出他的真诚度等等。
通过观察这些元素，并结合具体的情境和背景，人们可以解读出对方想要传达的信息和意图。
4. 体态语言的个人观点和理解在我看来，体态语言是一种极其重要的交流方式，它能够帮助人们更好地理解他人，同时也能够增强自己在交流中的表达能力。
我认为，学会观察和运用体态语言对于个人成长和职业发展都具有重要意义，因为它不仅能够改善人际关系，还能够帮助人们更好地表达自己的意图和观点。
总结回顾：通过以上的探讨，我们更深入地了解了体态语言的重要性和作用。
体态语言是一种非常重要的交流方式，它通过肢体动作、姿态、面部表情和眼神等方式传递信息和情感。
在人际交往和职业发展中，掌握观察和运用体态语言的技巧将会带来巨大的好处。
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A curtsey (also spelled curtsy or courtesy) is a traditional gesture of greeting, in which a girl or woman bends her knees while bowing her head. It is the female equivalent of male bowing in Western cultures.
Positive meaning
America: OK French: zero or nothing Japan: money China: OK or zero
Negative meaning
Germany, Brazil and a few Mediterranean countries: asshole Turkey and Venezuela: very offensive (much harsher than middle finger)
The elbow bump （撞肘）， is an informal greeting where two people touch, or tap, elbows. The elbow bump got renewed interest during the avian flu scare of 2006 and the 2009 swine flu outbreak, when health officials supported its use to reduce the spread of germs
• Studies affirm a strong link between gesture typology and language development. • Young children under the age of two seem to rely on poቤተ መጻሕፍቲ ባይዱnting gestures to refer to objects that they do not know the names of. Once the words are learned, they eschewed those referential (pointing) gestures.
put index finger up number one, first, wait
lean head on hands tired
raise one fist in the air determination, angry
rub fingers and thumb indicate money
“I can’t / didn’t hear you.”
“That’s enough. It’s all over for me.”
“Oh, I forgot.” or an expression of surprise.
“Slow down, relax or wait a second.”
During a visit to Australia in the 1990s, George. W. Bush tried to signal “peace” by giving the huge crowd the time-honored two-fingered salute. Though he didn’t know it at the time, he was actually telling the whole crowd to go away — and all because he made the seemingly error that his palm was facing inwards instead of outwards!
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In Europe and some Spanish-speaking countries: Suggesting spousal infidelity In America: Supporting sign in sports In Turkey: Referring to Turkish people In Hinduism: To dispel evil or negative influences
Interesting Gesture
The air kiss is a ritual or social gesture whose meaning is basically the same as that of many forms of kissing. The air kiss is a pretence of kissing: the lips are pursed as if kissing, but without actually touching the other person's body. Sometimes, the air kiss includes touching cheek-tocheek.
V Sign
Palm-in V sign
Means “piss off / go away” in UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
Palm-out V sign
Victory, Peace or friend
An OK Gesture
put arm around someone affection, caring
place both hands on hips angry clap hands excitement, welcome
wave hand horizontally so-so
hold nose smell bad
Thumbs Up or
Thumbs Down
are common gestures of approval or disapproval made by extending the thumb upward or downward
Facepalm is an
expression of frustration or embarrassment made by raising the palm of the hand to the face. An internet meme references the gesture.
This is equivalent to the written expression “ quotation marks”. In China, this action is like the little rabbit. It is used when adults tell children fairy tales.
A hat tip, or doff (British English), is a cultural expression of recognition, respect, gratitude, greeting, or simple salutation and acknowledgement between two persons.
Gesture
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• A gesture is a form of non-verbal communication or non-vocal communication in which visible bodily actions communicate particular messages, either in place of, or in conjunction with, speech. • Gestures include movement of the hands, face, or other parts of the body.
• One would think that the use of gesture would decrease as the child develops spoken language, but results reveal that gesture frequency increased as speaking frequency increased with age. • Children most often use pointing and adults rely more on iconic and beat gestures. As children begin producing sentence, they also begin producing new kinds of gestures that adults use when speaking.
“Something is a bit suspicious / odd here.”
This gesture is made by moving one index finger against the other. It is usually used with children. Or adults do it as a joke. It means “You did something bad; shame on you.”
wave hand sideways hi, bye wave hand sideways very quickly not necessary
wave index finger and shake head don't do that
Someone is crazy !
“I have no idea.” / “I don’t know.”
A victory clasp is a double hand gesture used in celebration of one's own victory. Both hands are clasped together and shaken side to side for as long as the victory merits. The origins of this gesture are generally unknown, however it is thought to have been derived from an ancient Hawaiian greeting. This gesture is now sometimes employed in an ironic or selfdeprecating manner.