A young American woman was traveling in Neple and sat next to an elderly man on a bus .She offered him a cookic that was in her bag.What a surprise when the man moved his head from side to side toward each of his shoulders.Did he mean yes?No? Maybe?
Many people expect that someone from another country will not understand their language, but what they do not expect is that they will not understand their gestures!
There are many examples of differences in gestures that could cause misunderstandings.For instance,in America and Britain,to show the number "one",a person would hold up his or her index finger.On the other hand,in Switzerland,the thumb is held up.
In some caltures people point at things with a finger,and in others by sticking out their lips.Sometimes mix-ups can be very embarrassing.
An American or Englishman speaking in public would hold up both his hands to show that he wants quiet.However,in Greece,people would find this gesture very insulting.
So,the next time you go traveling or meet someone from a different culture,don't assume that they will understand what you say with your hands.You may not know what you are really saying.
A young American woman was traveling in Neple and sat next to an elderly man on a bus .She offered him a cookic that was in her bag.What a surprise when the man moved his head from side to side toward each of his shoulders.Did he mean yes?No? Maybe?Many people expect that someone from another country will not understand their language, but what they do not expect is that they will not understand their gestures!There are many examples of differences in gestures that could cause misunderstandings.For instance,in America and Britain,to show the number "one",a person would hold up his or her index finger.On the other hand,in Switzerland,the thumb is held up.In some caltures people point at things with a finger,and in others by sticking out their lips.Sometimes mix-ups can be very embarrassing.An American or Englishman speaking in public would hold up both his hands to show that he wants quiet.However,in Greece,people would find this gesture very insulting.So,the next time you go traveling or meet someone from a different culture,don't assume that they will understand what you say with your hands.You may not know what you are really saying.
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