Hand Gestures Across Cultures And Their Impact On Globalization
Dec 19, 2015
This could lead to confusion in communication between different cultures.
Consequently, it is important for us to learn about other cultures, and to respect their customs.
In order to demonstrate the confusion that can arise between different cultural hand gestures, let’s conduct an experiment…
As much as 90% of any conversation can be
communicated non-verbally
Wrong hand gestures serious consequences
Connecting hand gestures and body language to
globalizationGlobalization (n) – the process by which regional economies, societies, and cultures have become integrated through a globe-spanning network of communication and execution
Knowledge of customs and gestures
More effective communication
Ability to integrate and trade between cultures
In Southern America, the symbol for “A-OK” used to have malicious undertones. However, due to globalization, they now interpret it as a symbol for approval.
In Eastern Europe, people traditionally used to “hold their thumbs” for good luck. Now, they have adopted the Western equivalent, crossing your fingers.
How hand gestures and globalization are already impacting each other in today’s world…