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Body language
Body language is used by people for sending messages to one another.It's an important form of nonverbal language, including facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, etc.
Body language provides us with hidden signals in communication.For example, we can tell that one is in a rush when he constantly checks his watch in talking.Thus, wrapping up the conversation soon is a wise choice.Proper use of body language can break the ice and get the hints in conversation but we also need to be careful when using body language, as it goes hand in hand with cultural differences.
Convenient and useful as it may sound, remember, nodding your head may not mean yes in some cultures.
[词海拾贝]
1.nonverbal adj.非言语的
2.hint n.暗示;迹象
3.in a rush匆匆忙忙
4.go hand in hand密切相关;齐头并进
Section Ⅰ Reading and Thinking
原文呈现
LISTENING TO HOW BODIES TALK
We use both words and① body language to express our thoughts and opinions in our interactions② with other people.We can learn a lot about③ what people are thinking by watching their body language.Words are important, but ❶the way people stand, hold their arms, and move their hands can also give us information about their feelings.
❶the way后跟定语从句, 且在从句中作状语时, 关系词用that, in which, 或者省略关系词。
Just like④ spoken language, body language varies from culture to⑤ culture.The crucial ⑥thing is using body language in a way that is appropriate⑦ to the culture you are in.For example, making eye contact—looking into someone's eyes⑧—in some countries is a way to display interest.In other countries, by contrast⑨, eye contact is not always approved⑩ of.For example, in many Middle Eastern countries, men and women are not socially⑪ permitted to make eye contact.❷In Japan, it may demonstrate⑫ respect to look down when talking to an older person.
❷句中when talking to an older person为省略句, 其完整形式为when one is talking to an older person。
The gesture⑬ for “OK” has different meanings in different cultures.In Japan, someone who witnesses⑭ another person employing