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Hand movements that accompany speech and paint the shape, size or rhythm of what is being said.
A storyteller carves the height of a wave in the air while describing a journey by sea.
Rich illustrating gestures often signal engagement, enthusiasm and genuine involvement with the topic.
The frequency of these gestures varies by culture and personality, so compare against the usual style of the speaker.
Gestures with a fixed meaning that can stand in for words, such as a thumbs up or a beckoning hand.
ExploreSmall self-touching movements such as rubbing the hands or stroking the arm that help to soothe nerves.
ExplorePressing the fingertips of both hands together to form a shape like the roof of a building.
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