Face
This facial expression usually shows happiness and friendliness.
What is a smile?
This hand gesture often means “good job” or “OK.”
What is a thumbs-up?
Looking directly at someone while they speak usually shows this.
What is attention or respect?
Standing straight with shoulders back often shows this positive trait.
What is confidence?
Football players often celebrate goals by doing this action with teammates.
What is a high five?
When someone rolls their eyes in class, they are usually showing this feeling.
What is annoyance or boredom?
Students often do this with their hand when they want to answer a teacher’s question.
What is raising a hand?
Students staring at the classroom clock are usually showing this feeling.
What is impatience or boredom?
Slouching in a chair during class may show tiredness or this feeling.
What is boredom?
This Slovak sport is famous for players showing strong emotions after scoring goals.
What is ice hockey?
Red cheeks and looking down can be signs of this emotion after answering wrong in class.
What is embarrassment?
Crossed arms can sometimes show this feeling during an argument.
What is defensiveness?
Avoiding eye contact may show nervousness or this emotion.
What is shyness?
Leaning forward while listening usually shows this.
What is interest?
Teachers may place hands on hips to show this classroom emotion.
What is authority or frustration?
A person who raises one eyebrow may be showing this feeling.
What is doubt or curiosity?
Pointing at someone while talking can sometimes seem rude or this behavior.
What is aggressive behavior?
Wide-open eyes are commonly connected with this emotion.
What is surprise?
People stepping backward during conversation may want more of this.
What is personal space?
During presentations, speaking with open hands usually makes students look more this way.
What is confident or friendly?
These tiny facial reactions can reveal true emotions even when someone tries to hide them.
What are microexpressions?
Copying another person’s posture or gestures without noticing is called this.
What is mirroring?
In sports, players often use strong eye contact before a match to show this quality.
What is confidence?
This science studies how people communicate without words.
What is body language or nonverbal communication?
During exams, students who tap their feet or bite pens are often showing this feeling.
What is stress or nervousness?