COMPARISON OF AGREEMENT SIGNS IN INDIAN AND UZBEK CULTURE
Keywords:
agreement signs, nonverbal communication, Indian culture, Uzbek culture, gestures, intercultural communication, cultural differences.Abstract
This article explores the similarities and differences in agreement signs and gestures used in Indian and Uzbek cultures. It focuses on how people in both societies express consent, approval, and understanding through nonverbal communication such as head movements, facial expressions, and hand gestures. The study highlights that while both cultures use similar signs to indicate agreement, their meanings and interpretations can vary depending on cultural context. The analysis contributes to intercultural communication studies by emphasizing the importance of understanding nonverbal cues in cross-cultural interactions.
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