what do we use daily?
body language
is it universally understood?
no
what's an example of body language?
smiling
is there another example?
crying
are those universally understood?
yes
What's an example of a non-universally understood gesture?
pointing to your head
what does that mean in Europe?
someone is stupid
does that differ from the USA?
yes
what does it signify there?
someone is clever
What does nodding up and down mean in China?
yes
and side to side?
no
in how many places does it mean the opposite?
at least 3
what are those countries?
India, Greece and Turkey
do meanings change over time?
yes
what did the V sign mean in the 60's
peace
and during the war?
victory
is it a positive sign in Greece?
no
what is it then?
insulting