NAME: Virginia Marie Barbaza

SUBJECT: GE10 Purposive Communication

Instructions: Watch the videos on the list posted on the Google Classroom. Pick out the
nonverbal gestures that are commonly used in the Philippines and write down what they
mean to Filipinos. You can insert an image to show the gesture. Number 1 has been given
as an example. (20 pts.)

THE GESTURE ORIGIN and MEANING WHAT IT MEANS IN THE

PHILIPPINES

1. Horn
Italy- Spouse is cheating on Philippines- it is a sign for
them rock and roll.

2. Okay sign

Japan– it means money. In the Philippines, it means

you are doing great.

3. Come Here
Canada- it motions to come Here in the Philippines, this
over. motion is highly offensive
because it is used to call
dogs.

4. Crossed fingers

Vietnam- it symbolizes the Philippines- it means you are

female genitalia wishing for a good luck.
5. V Sign
Ireland- it is rude because it In the Philippines, it
signifies defiance towards symbolizes peace.
authority.