Uses of nonverbal communication

There are many uses of nonverbal communication:

Modification: Nonverbal communication has a great impact on what you are saying or what you want to say. Nonverbal cues like Positioning of body, movements of hands and head, voice pitch and tone, speed of speaking. These all helps in modifying a speech.

Replacing: Gestures of hand and fingers, facial expressions, nodding with head, pointing with hands, head or whole body etc. replacing the verbal communication. These are mainly done for some kind of request, approval, attitudes and intent.

Controlling conversation: Nonverbal signals are used in controlling conversation e.g. speaking louder or faster to retain control, pausing to allow others to speak, looking away or moving back to show dis interest.