Question

Importance of facial expressions in nonverbal communication

Answer 1

Non-verbal communication includes communicating through facial expressions, the tone and pitch of the voice, gestures seen through body language and the physical distance between the people communicating (sender and receiver).

Facial expressions are one of the ways of making sure our message is heard. A slight smile means approval, whereas an angry expression might indicate our displeasure over something. There are many expressions which indicate our emotions and what we are feeling.

Facial expressions can sometimes be easier to interpret than any meaning behind a message that's received electronically. Thus in person facial expressions give a boost to our understanding.