body language
[/ˈbɑːdi ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/]
noun
linguagem corporal
1. The process of communicating nonverbally through conscious or unconscious body movements and gestures, including posture, facial expressions, eye contact, and hand gestures
Her body language showed that she was nervous about the interview.
A sua linguagem corporal mostrou que ela estava nervosa sobre a entrevista.
2. Physical signals and gestures used to convey emotions, attitudes, or intentions without speaking
Reading body language is an important skill in negotiations.
Ler a linguagem corporal é uma habilidade importante em negociações.
3. Nonverbal communication expressed through the movement and positioning of the body
His body language suggested confidence and authority.
A sua linguagem corporal sugeriu confiança e autoridade.
Body language is highly valued in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly in business settings, negotiations, and interpersonal communication. In Brazil, expressive gestures and animated body movements are generally more common and accepted than in some English-speaking countries. Understanding body language is considered essential for effective communication in professional environments across both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
read someone's body language
body language doesn't lie
what your body language says about you
speak volumes (through body language)
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