Listening and Speaking Flashcards
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What is 'active listening'?
Answer: Fully concentrating on and engaging with what a speaker is saying
Active listening involves giving full attention to the speaker, processing their message, and responding thoughtfully.
What does 'enunciation' mean in speaking?
Answer: Pronouncing words clearly and distinctly
Enunciation means pronouncing each word clearly and distinctly so listeners can understand every syllable.
What is 'verbal communication'?
Answer: Exchanging information through spoken or written words
Verbal communication uses words — spoken or written — to convey a message to another person.
What is 'non-verbal communication'?
Answer: Communication through body language, gestures, and facial expressions
Non-verbal communication includes body language, facial expressions, gestures, and posture that convey messages without words.
What does 'paraphrasing' mean in a conversation?
Answer: Restating what the speaker said in your own words to confirm understanding
Paraphrasing means restating a speaker's message in your own words to confirm that you understood it correctly.
What is the purpose of 'eye contact' during a presentation?
Answer: To engage the audience and show confidence
Maintaining eye contact with your audience builds a connection, shows confidence, and keeps listeners engaged.