BODY LANGUAGE VOCABULARY

Posture: The way someone holds their body while standing or sitting.

Sentence: Good posture during an interview conveys confidence and attentiveness.

Gesture: A movement of the hand, arm, or head to express something.

Sentence: She used hand gestures to emphasize her point during the presentation.

Facial expression: The look on a person’s face that shows their feelings.

Sentence: His facial expression showed disappointment even though he said he was fine.

Eye contact: Looking directly into someone’s eyes while talking.

Sentence: Maintaining eye contact is a sign of honesty and engagement.

Body language: Non-verbal communication through body movements and posture.

Sentence: Her body language suggested that she was nervous and uncomfortable.

Nod: To move your head up and down to show agreement.

Sentence: The audience nodded in agreement as the speaker made her final point.

Fidget: To make small movements, often due to nervousness.

Sentence: He started to fidget with his pen, showing signs of anxiety.

Crossed arms: A common gesture indicating defensiveness or resistance.

Sentence: She sat with her arms crossed, which made her appear unapproachable.

Handshake: A common greeting involving two people briefly grasping each other’s hands.

Sentence: A firm handshake can create a strong first impression in business settings.

Smile: An expression of friendliness or pleasure.

Sentence: A warm smile can instantly make someone feel more comfortable.