Body Language in Different Cultures: 9 Unique Expressions From Around the World

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Body Language in Different Cultures: 9 Unique Expressions From Around the World

Do you know how Indians shake their hands for ‘yes?’ Or do the Japanese maintain eye contact when talking? Body language is as important as the language itself. And if you thought it was universal, you’ve got that all wrong. Gestures that mean something in one country, don’t necessarily mean the same in another. As much as you need to learn a second language fluently, it’s also vital to get to know gestures in different cultures. That is why we’ve gathered for you 10 body gestures in different cultures. It’s time for you to meet the rest of the world, so let's start our journey now.

How To Learn Body Language?

Eye contact, hand gestures, head movement; all of these are important when learning a foreign language.

However, many tutors, unfortunately, aren’t trained to teach you this, so if you want to do something about learning body language, we have some suggestions. If you live somewhere you can meet the natives, then you are lucky. Watch how they do it, observe their movements, hand gestures, and their touch. Many of us, unfortunately, aren’t that lucky to interact with native speakers. However, we have a solution for that, too. Find some videos on YouTube. Search for real-life situations and interactions. You can also try with some entertaining movies in your target language. Not only will you learn body language, but you will practice the language itself.

9 Body Language Expressions in Different Cultures

Eye Contact In Japan

‘Look at me when I’m talking to you!’Admit that you’ve heard this sentence at least from your parents. It shows how important it is to look someone in the eyes then talking to them. In Japan, however, you won’t hear this sentence, or, at least, not like this. In most countries, eye contact during conversation is not only a sign that you are paying attention but also an indicator of your culture. Eye contact in Japan is considered as an act of aggression and rudeness. The Japanese don’t look each other in the eyes when they talk but in the neck.

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