Verbal communication:
- Speaking: This includes talking to others in person, on the phone, or through video chat.
- Writing: This includes writing emails, letters, text messages, or social media posts.
- Sign language: This is a form of visual communication that uses hand gestures, facial expressions, and body language.
Nonverbal communication:
- Body language: This includes gestures, facial expressions, and posture.
- Eye contact: This is making eye contact with someone when talking to them.
- Touch: This includes shaking someone's hand, giving a hug, or touching someone's shoulder.
- Space: This refers to how much personal space someone needs and how close they stand to others.
- Appearance: This includes the way someone dresses, their hairstyle, and their makeup.
It's important to note that verbal and nonverbal communication often go hand in hand. For example, someone may say they are happy while smiling and nodding their head. In this case, the verbal message (saying they are happy) is reinforced by the nonverbal message (smiling and nodding).