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Indicates attentiveness, interest, or involvement. Misinterpretations: aggressive staring, lack of eye contact as disinterest or dishonesty.

Conveys emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger. Misinterpretations: may be misread if cultural differences in expression or if someone is masking their true feelings.

Hand and arm movements can illustrate or emphasize speech. Misinterpretations: can be misread if gestures mean different things in different cultures.

Can indicate self-confidence, openness, or defensiveness. Misinterpretations: perceived as aggressive or uninterested depending on stance or cultural context.

Refers to physical distance in interactions. Intimacy or aggression vs. distant or disengaged can be misinterpreted depending on cultural norms and personal comfort.

Can indicate support, sympathy, or dominance. Misinterpretations: touching can be seen as inappropriate or invasive in some contexts or cultures.

Can convey different emotional states or levels of formality. Misinterpretations: high pitch as lack of confidence or loudness as aggression.

Fast speech can indicate excitement or nervousness; slow speech can imply thoughtfulness or disinterest. Misinterpretations: may be misread dependent on the listener's expectations.

Communicates social status, profession, or individuality. Misinterpretations: stereotypes based on appearance, misjudging based on attire.

Associated with attractiveness and trustworthiness. Misinterpretations: inconsistent associations across cultures, may not indicate personal qualities.

Indicates friendliness, happiness, or politeness. Misinterpretations: may be fake or polite in some contexts, misread as insincere.

Shows agreement, acknowledgment, or encouragement. Misinterpretations: excessive nodding may appear insincere or as an automatic response without true engagement.

Conveys disapproval or annoyance. Misinterpretations: viewed as rude or disrespectful, particularly in professional or formal settings.

Can signal defensiveness or self-protection. Misinterpretations: may also simply mean comfort for the individual or a sign of being cold.

Generally indicates tiredness or boredom. Misinterpretations: can be seen as a sign of rudeness or lack of interest in the present company or conversation.

Sign of nervousness, impatience, or boredom. Misinterpretations: might be interpreted as unprofessional or disrespectful in certain situations.

Indicates self-awareness or attempts to impress. Misinterpretations: excessive grooming seen as vanity or lack of grooming as laziness or disinterest.

Shows empathy and rapport. Misinterpretations: if not genuine, can be seen as mocking or insincere.

Often a sign of exasperation or relief. Misinterpretations: may be perceived as boredom or impatience.