nonverbal (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /nɒnˈvɜːbəl/
Definition
Communicated through body language, facial expressions, or gestures rather than spoken or written words.
Examples
Teachers are trained to recognize nonverbal cues that indicate a student is struggling to understand the lesson.
The negotiation relied heavily on nonverbal signals, as both parties were trying to hide their true intentions.
Research suggests that the majority of human communication is nonverbal, involving tone of voice and posture.
How to Use nonverbal
- nonverbal communication (collocation)
- The exchange of information without words. — "Mastering nonverbal communication is essential for effective public speaking."
- nonverbal cues (collocation)
- Small signals sent through body language. — "He missed the nonverbal cues that his friend wanted to leave the party."
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