Tag Archives: Gesten

Weirdos

Posted on 11. January 2017 by schaefew

When I was a small child, I used to play with the girl next door. She didn’t understand anything I tried to tell her, but it didn’t matter. We played together all the time, using simple gestures to communicate. I … Continue reading →

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You’re welcome

Posted on 18. December 2013 by schaefew

Different answers to thank you were the subject matter of a guest lecture at the university. I was surprised about the sheer range of options: (you’re) welcome, (it’s a) pleasure, (it’s) alright, don’t mention it, don’t worry, any time, sure, … Continue reading →

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Body language

Posted on 7. June 2013 by schaefew

Is that language? This question was mooted in class the other day after a silent role play. The role play was initiated by two students who were “in the know” and who geared the others, who were not, in the … Continue reading →

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