Nonverbal communication in Kazakhstan.

Nonverbal communication in Kazakhstan.

by Yana Kovalyova Viktorovna
(Taraz sity, Kazakhstan.)

In Kazakhstan people use nonverbal communication every day.
One kiss on the cheek is used like greeting (but only between girls). Men use a handshake in such a case.
The "O.K." gesture or "thumb up" has the positive meaning and denotes that something is good, perfect.
Kazakh people use smile only with friends. With unfamiliar person they behave very formal.
They keep interpersonal distance during conversation. Facial expressions are used more often than gestures.
In Kazakhstan live people of various nationalities and cultures, that is why there is a mix of cultural peculiarities of nonverbal communication. And these people are very friendly!

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Oct 22, 2009
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Nonverbal communication in Kazakhstan - We want to Learn More
by: Sharon - Expats Guide

Hi Jesika

Thanks for your comment , and I hope Yana has replied to you.

I did some searching and found a great website where you can find Cultural information about Kazakhstan.

To learn more click here.

Good Luck
Sharon

Sep 25, 2009
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We want to learn more!
by: Jesika

Hello, we are students from the University of Georgia in the US and we are looking to find out more information about communication in Kazakhstan for a group project. Please let us know if you would answer a few questions for us so we can learn more about your country! My email is jesw@uga.edu