The impact of non-verbal communication means in the process оf intercultural communication

Abstract

The impact of non-verbal communication means in the process of intercultural communication has been examined in the article. Non-verbal communication is a system of signs used in the communication process that is different from language by means and form of detection. The aim of the article is to reveal the essence and problems of non-verbal components in intercultural communication. Accordingly, the following tasks were set: to determine the role of non-verbal means in the system of intercultural communication; to consider typologies and classifications of non-verbal means, to reveal their meanings and causes of manifestation in intercultural communication environment. The methods of analysis and generalization of literary (psychological, pedagogical, linguistic and methodological) sources, as well as the method of testing and observation have been used in the article. Scientific novelty of the study is to justify the principles of using non-verbal means of communication with regard to cultural characteristics. Recent research on this issue has been analyzed as well as the association of expressive behavior of a person with his or her individual and character traits. The importance of non-verbal communication on the example of different cultures and the reasons for their manifestation have been examined. It has beenproved that the system of non-verbal means of communication is the simplest and rather effective system that eliminates unnecessary formal means and allows to achieve uniformity in communication.