Body Language
Definition
Body Language refers to nonverbal communication through body movements or gestures instead of, or in addition to, verbal speech.
Analogy
Body language is like the background music in a movie. It might not be the main focus, but it sets the tone and can drastically change how we interpret what's happening on screen.
Related terms
Nonverbal Communication: This refers to communication without words, such as facial expressions, body movements, gestures and tone of voice.
Kinesics: The study of how body movement communicates. It includes facial expressions and gestures.
Proxemics: This term refers to the study of human use of space and the effects that population density has on behavior, communication, and social interaction.
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