Non-verbal communication

Non-verbal communication (Poland|Colombia)
Non-verbal communication is a form of communication, but with the use of gestures, expressions, movements. Non-verbal communication can vary according to culture and context.. For example, in Poland and Colombia there are some differences in the way of communicating nonverbally. Poles use less physical contact than Colombians, who are more tactile and affectionate. Poles also maintain more eye contact than Colombians, who may look away to show respect or modesty. Poles also respect personal space more than Colombians, who may move closer to others to show interest or trust. These differences can be seen in the greeting, conversation and negotiation that people from both countries use. To communicate well with people from other cultures, it is important to know and respect their non-verbal forms of communication.

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Common Polish gestures

OK: You make the OK gesture with your thumb and index finger in a circle and the rest of your fingers extended. It means that something is OK or that you agree with something. It can also mean money or paying the bill in a restaurant.

Zadziwienie: You raise your eyebrows and open your eyes and mouth. It expresses surprise, admiration or disbelief.

Zwariował: One touches the temple with the index finger and turns several times. It indicates that someone is crazy or that something does not make sense.

Fuj: You stick out your tongue and make a mocking sound. It shows contempt, disapproval, or rejection of someone or something.

Sknera: You rub your thumb and forefinger together as if you are counting money. It signals that someone is stingy or that something is too expensive.