Verbal and nonverbal codes work in conjunction with each other.
People often have difficulty interpreting nonverbal codes because
• They use the same code to communicate a variety of meanings.
• They use a variety of codes to communicate the same meaning.
Nonverbal codes consist of nonword symbols such as
• Bodily movements and facial expression.
• Bodily appearance.
• Personal space.
• Time.
• Touching.
• Vocal cues.
• Clothing and artifacts.
You can solve some of the difficulties in interpreting nonverbal codes if you
• Consider all of the variables in each communication situation.
• Consider all of the available verbal and nonverbal codes.
• Use descriptive feedback to minimize misunderstandings.
