LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
INTRODUCTION
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Question
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What do you call the characteristics of vocal communication considered to be marginal or optional?
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suprasegmental
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paralinguistics
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metalinguistics
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proxemics
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Paralinguistic features of vocal cues are called “nonverbal” even though they include nonword sounds. When communicating with an American, it is important to keep in mind that a greater emphasis is placed on nonverbal messages as compared to verbal messages. Appropriate distance is culturally determined.
Detailed explanation-2: -Tone of voice, speed and breathing, pronunciation, articulation, pauses, and punctuation are a few examples of paralinguistic communication.
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