Paralanguage Refers to the

question 26

Multiple Choice

Paralanguage refers to the

• A) non-words speakers use to fill pauses, such as er and um.
• B) hints and signals in the way words are delivered, such as emphasis, volume, and pitch.
• C) nonverbal gestures and movements that convey meaning alongside words.
• D) way words are fitted to the listener's level of understanding.
• E) average number of words spoken by a person during an informal conversation.

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