gesticulation

Meanings

• Noun

  The use of body language, especially of the hands and arms, to accompany speech or express emotions.

  - "During the presentation, the speaker used various gesticulations to emphasize key points."
  - "The actor's gesticulations added depth to his character's emotions."

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Variants

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gesticulation , gesticulations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'gesticulare,' meaning 'to perform or act,' derived from 'gestus,' a past participle meaning 'a doing or an action.'

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that some studies suggest that up to 93% of human communication is nonverbal?

2. Gesticulation can also include facial expressions and tone of voice, not just body language.

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Related Concepts

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1. Body language: The nonverbal communication of emotions and intentions through body movements, facial expressions, and tone of voice.

2. Sign language: A visual language that uses gestures, facial expressions, and body postures to convey meaning.

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Culture

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Gesticulation has been an essential part of human communication since ancient times. It has been used in various forms of art, literature, and music. For instance, in ancient Greek and Roman theatre, actors used grand gestures to convey emotions to the audience. In literature, authors have used gesticulation to describe characters' emotions and actions. In music, gesticulation is used in sign language to accompany songs.

How to Memorize "gesticulation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone speaking passionately, using their hands to emphasize their words.
   - Visualize someone waving their arms to express excitement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gesticulation' with 'expression,' as in expressing emotions through body language.
   - Associate the word 'gesticulation' with 'communication,' as in communicating through body language.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'GESTURES' to remember the different types of gesticulations: Grasping, Eye contact, Smiling, Tilting, Using space, Rotating, Extending, and Shaking.

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