nonverbal comunication touch

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  TOUCH

As one of nonverbal communication, touch also takes important role in communication even culturally. Sometimes we need a purposive touch while speaking. In culture, there are some rule what to touch and what forbidden to be touched. Shaking hand is the most common touch in culture but different culture will define contrast to each other. In united states, shaking with wet hand can be considered as nervous. In korea, people touch their forearm with their left hand while shake hands. Fijians greet each other with a smile and raised eyebrows, but a handshake is acceptable. Men should wait for Filipino women to extend their hands. Men may also pat one another on the back. Tahitians usually kiss each other on the cheek when meeting. The French shake hands and often kiss cheeks in greeting others too.