What are four specific types of nonverbal gestures and how do they function? Provide an example for each type of gesture

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Four specific types of nonverbal gestures are illustrators, emblems, adaptors, and regulators. Illustrators are signals that accompany speech to clarify or emphasize the verbal message. For example, I might indicate the size of something by holding both arms out to show that it is big or holding apart my thumb and index finger a half an inch to show that it is small.

An emblem is a nonverbal gesture that stands for a specific verbal meaning. For example, if someone asks me how many of something I would like, I might hold up two fingers to indicate that I want two of the item. Another example is making an O out of my forefinger and thumb while holding up my other three fingers to signal "OK."

Adaptors are gestures used to manage our emotions, including nervous gestures. For example, I might brush my bangs back repeatedly or twirl my hair if I am nervous when talking with someone or giving a speech.

We use regulators to control conversation. That way we can indicate when we would like a turn to speak or if we are not done talking. So if a student holds up a hand to ask me a question while I am giving a speech, I might hold up one finger to indicate that I need a minute to finish my thought and I will get back to him/her.