Thesis Abstract

<p> This research project aims to explore the use of gesture in communication across cultures. It will investigate the role of nonverbal communication, specifically gestures, in intercultural interaction, considering how cultural differences influence gesture use and interpretation. The study will employ a cross-cultural comparative approach, integrating insights from anthropology, linguistics, and communication studies to analyze the impact of gestures on intercultural communication. By examining the cultural variability of gestures and their communicative functions, this research seeks to provide valuable insights into nonverbal communication practices and their implications for cross-cultural understanding. <br></p>

Thesis Overview

<p> </p><div>Nonverbal communication, particularly the use of gestures, plays a significant role in intercultural interaction, influencing the dynamics of cross-cultural communication. This research project aims to explore the use of gesture in communication across cultures, seeking to understand how cultural differences shape gesture use and interpretation in diverse cultural contexts.</div><div>The significance of this research lies in its potential to provide insights into the complex interplay of gestures and culture in intercultural communication. By examining the communicative functions of gestures and their cultural variability, this study aims to contribute to our understanding of nonverbal communication practices and their implications for cross-cultural understanding.</div><div>The research will be guided by a comprehensive review of relevant literature, which will provide a theoretical framework for understanding the role of gesture in intercultural communication. Methodologically, a cross-cultural comparative approach will be employed, integrating qualitative analysis of gesture use and interpretation in different cultural contexts. This approach aims to uncover the cultural variability of gestures and their impact on intercultural communication dynamics.</div><div>Ultimately, this research endeavors to provide valuable insights into the use of gesture in communication across cultures, offering implications for our understanding of nonverbal communication practices, cross-cultural understanding, and the dynamics of intercultural interaction. By exploring the role of gestures in cross-cultural communication, this study aims to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of nonverbal communication practices and their implications for effective intercultural communication.</div> <br><p></p>