"Nonverbal Communication

around the World"

1. Facial expressions
2. Eye Contact
3. Tone of Voice
4. Physical Touch
5. Gestures and Movement
6. Posture
7. Body Language
8. Appearance
9. Ways of Talking
10. Head Movements

U.S.A 
- Handshake, Smile.
 A handshake when you are introduced to someone and look in the eyes, Shake hands
firmly for about 3 seconds to release hands smoothly, then hold your glass from the left
hand.   

 Smile very simply, and the smiling person sincerely and spontaneously moves the mouth's
muscles, those who surround the eyes and raise the cheeks, while the person who fakes
them only moves the mouth's muscles. People who smile sincerely have crow's feet
marked along with their cheekbones rising, while the person who affects them does not.
CHINA
- Physical Contact, Eye Contact, Body Language and Silence

 Physical Contact: The Chinese generally do not touch people that are strangers to
them unless it is unavoidable (i.e., in a crowd). However, close friends or the same
gender may stand or sit close to one another or walk arm in arm. They will avoid
touching during conversation unless it is to a family member, close friend or a
partner.

 Eye Contact: Direct eye contact is generally favoured over indirect eye contact. It is

conversing with an unfamiliar elder,
considered a sign of politeness. When
one may lower their head to lower their gaze. This is a sign of
respect.
 Body Language: Shrugging shoulders and winking are both gestures that are not
always understood by Chinese people.

 Silence: Silence is an important and purposeful tool used in Chinese

communication. Pausing before giving a response indicates that someone has
applied appropriate thought and consideration to the question. This
signifies politeness and respect.
INDIA
-Physical Contact, Personal Space, Eye Contact ,Nodding ,Gestures ,Head and
Feet.

 Physical Contact:  Indians prefer not to touch people when it can be avoided, but they may touch
someone's arm or hand when speaking so long as they are the same gender. Body contact
between the genders is kept minimal throughout most of India. For example, hugging, kissing and
holding hands are not customary.

 Personal Space:  Indians generally respect each other's personal space and an arm's length of
distance is common during interactions. This is usually a similar proximity to what Westerners are
familiar with. They may stand further away from those who are of the opposite gender.

 Eye Contact:  In general, Indians prefer to keep eye contact minimal or avert their eyes from the
opposite gender rather than sustaining eye contact. Some women may avoid eye contact
altogether.  Direct  eye contact is generally appropriate so long as you divert your gaze every so
often. 
 Nodding:  Indians will often nod to acknowledge what is said out of  politeness. However, this does
not always mean they understand or agree. 

 Gestures:  Pointing the index finger towards someone is considered to be accusatory. A more
polite way to beckon or refer to someone is to use your whole palm facing down. Standing with
your hands on your hips suggests that you are angry or ready to argue. Holding or pulling on
one's ears is a gesture that indicates sincerity or repentance.

 Head:  The head is considered to be the holiest part of one's body. Touching someone on the top
of the head is deemed to be insensitive and offensive. 

 Feet:  Feet are thought to be the dirtiest part of the body, and displaying the soles of one’s feet or
touching people with one’s feet is considered rude.