- What gestures are offensive in other countries?
- What is the significance of knowing the different gestures in different countries?
- Do gestures have universal meanings?
- What are the different types of gestures?
What gestures are offensive in other countries?
10 Common Hand Gestures That Are Rude in Other Countries
- Some handy precautions. ...
- Iran: Thumbs-up. ...
- United Kingdom: Backwards peace sign. ...
- Malaysia: Pointing with your index finger. ...
- Brazil: The “OK” sign. ...
- Italy and Spain: “Hang loose” (or the “rock on” sign) ...
- Thailand: Touching someone's head.
What is the significance of knowing the different gestures in different countries?
We hope that being aware of the diverse meanings of various gestures can help you appreciate and respect the diversity of the cultures around the world. This will allow you to travel and know how to communicate with people in business situations or in times of pleasure.
Do gestures have universal meanings?
Gestures are universal and can help us communicate our emotions and expressions in the same way we are able to via speaking. These can be expressed via facial expressions, body movement and body language allowing people from different cultures and different speaking countries to (usually) understand one another.
What are the different types of gestures?
There are three main types of gestures: adaptors, emblems, and illustrators.