Another example of NVC differences across culture refers to the expression of affection. While some cultures will allow heterosexual and homosexual couples to hold hands, embrace or even kiss in public, others will discourage or even prohibit such public manifestations of affection. The interaction between customer and employee is also subjected to differences and an example in this sense is given by the snapping of fingers to call on the waiter. While some cultures will find the gesture appropriate, others will catalogue it as rude (Levine and Adelman, 1993).

In a nutshell, nonverbal communication is present in all cultures and knowledge of it is crucial for a most efficient interaction. A more thorough understanding of the differences requires an elaborate analysis of NVC across diverse cultures.

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