Vocabulary List (Definitions + Examples)

1. Non-verbal communication – Information shared without using words.
Example: His non-verbal communication showed he was angry, even though he said nothing.

2. Posture – The way someone holds their body when sitting or standing.
Example: Good posture makes you look confident.

3. Gesture – A movement of the hand, arm, or head to express something.
Example: She made a welcoming gesture with her arms.

4. Facial expression – The look on someone’s face that shows their emotions.
Example: His facial expression told me he was surprised.

5. Eye contact – Looking directly into someone’s eyes during communication.
Example: In some cultures, too much eye contact can seem rude.

6. Personal space – The physical distance we like to keep from others.
Example: He stepped too close and invaded my personal space.

7. Cross-cultural differences – How things can mean different things in different cultures.
Example: Cross-cultural differences in body language can cause confusion.

8. Nod – To move your head up and down to say “yes” or agree.
Example: He nodded to show he understood.

9. Fidget – To move nervously or restlessly.
Example: She fidgeted with her pen during the meeting.

10. Slouch – To sit or stand with shoulders and head bent forward.
Example: Try not to slouch if you want to seem confident.

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Page 2 – Listening Questions

1. What percentage of communication is said to be non-verbal?
2. What is “posture,” and why does it matter?
3. Give an example of a gesture mentioned in the podcast.
4. Why is eye contact different across cultures?
5. What can fidgeting suggest about a person?

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Grammar Tip: Using “Seem” to Describe Appearance

Short Explanation:
We often use “seem” to describe impressions from body language.
Examples:

• He seems nervous.
• She seemed confident during the interview.

Practice Sentences (Fill in the blanks):

1. He _______ happy when he heard the news.
2. You _______ very relaxed today.
3. They _______ uncomfortable during the speech.

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Writing Activity

Discussion Questions:

1. Can you think of a time when someone’s body language sent a different message than their words? What happened?
2. How is body language in your culture different from other cultures you know about?
3. Which do you trust more – someone’s words or their body language? Why?

Reflection Activity:
Observe someone’s body language today (in a café, classroom, or on TV). Write down 3 things you notice and what you think they mean.