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Gestures

Gestures. The importance of body language. Research has shown that a significant amount of what we are saying does NOT come from what we are saying but from our body language. Body language, especially gestures, can vary from culture to culture.

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Gestures

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  1. Gestures

  2. The importance of body language • Research has shown that a significant amount of what we are saying does NOT come from what we are saying but from our body language. • Body language, especially gestures, can vary from culture to culture. • Therefore, let’s have a look at some common gestures in the Spanish-speaking world.

  3. Besos

  4. Ancient custom… • From the New Testament book of Romans. • “Greet one another with a holy kiss. ” Rom 16:16

  5. Apretón de manos

  6. La distancia

  7. Ojo

  8. Venaqui

  9. Contando

  10. Codo

  11. How to say something’s awesome!

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