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Name: Muhammad Ghias-ud-Din

Registration# 22-NTU-DD-1456
Textile Design 3rd Semester
Subject: Expository Writing-3
Submitted to: Mam Hira Haroon
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Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication

Verbal Communication: Verbal communication involves the use of spoken or written

words to convey messages and information. It includes language, grammar, vocabulary, and
syntax. Verbal communication can occur through various forms, such as face-to-face
conversations, phone calls, video chats, written documents, speeches, and more. It is a
structured and explicit way of conveying ideas and can be highly effective for transmitting
detailed and complex information.

Types of Verbal Communication

i. Public Communication
ii. Small Group Communication
iii. Intrapersonal Communication
iv. Interpersonal Communication

Nonverbal Communication: Nonverbal communication encompasses all forms of

communication that do not involve words. It includes facial expressions, body language,
gestures, eye contact, tone of voice, posture, and even the use of personal space. Nonverbal
cues often convey emotions, attitudes, and other subtle messages. They can complement,
reinforce, or contradict verbal messages. Nonverbal communication is especially important in
understanding the emotional context of a message and can be a powerful tool for conveying
feelings and intentions.

Types Of Non-Verbal Communication

i. Facial Expressions
ii. Gestures
iii. Proximity
iv. Touch
v. Eye Contact
vi. Appearance

Some Pictures as Examples of Non-Verbal Communication

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This Picture shown above is an example of Facial Expression in which a kid is shown
smiling. Through his Facial Expression of smile we can understand that he’s feeling happy. He
has not told us through any words that he’s feeling happy, but his facial expressions clearly tell
us that he’s smiling cause he’s feeling happy.

This Picture Shown Above is an example of Gestures in which a boy is showing his hand in
such a way that he wants to stop someone or some vehicle etc. Now he has not told us through
any of the words that he wants to stop someone, but his hand gestures are showing this clearly
that he wants to stop someone of some vehicle.
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This Picture shown above is an example of Eye Contact. In This Picture, Eye contact is
firmly maintained which shows the sense of interest, consciousness and how much importance
he/she is giving to the conversation.

This Picture shown is an example of Touch. In this picture, a firm handshake shows trust and
conveys confidence. Words are not required all the time to let others understand your talk, body
language and your actions also speak a lot.
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The Picture shown above is the examples of Appearance. Your clothing, grooming, and
overall appearance can convey information about your personality, occupation, and social status.
It can also influence how others perceive you.

This Picture Shown is an example of Proxemics. This picture shows the bond and the closeness
between the two individuals that they are showing/depicting through their less distance and
closeness between them that they are close friends or brothers without telling through words.