Abstract

This thesis mainly discusses the differences of China-America body language and its roles in business communication. Body language, which plays an important role in daily life, reflects cultural differences between countries. In international business communication, knowing the implications of the body language can help us avoid misunderstanding and misuse, build good relationship between business partners and promote mutual understanding. This essay analyzes features and functions of body language, cultural differences of China-America body language and its roles in international business communication, expected to enrich the studies on China-America business communication.

Key words: body language; cross-cultural communication; business communication

Contents

Abstract

摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Literature Review-1

2.1 Body Language-1

2.2 Researches on Body Language-6

2.3 Researches on International Business Communication-6

3. Differences of China-America Body Language from Cultural Perspectives-7

3.1 Eye Contact-7

3.2 Spatial Distance in Communication-9

3.3 Ways of Showing Intimacy-9

4 Roles of Body Language in Business Communication-10

4.1 Roles of Body Language in Business Negotiation-10

4.2 Roles of Body Language in Business Social Communication-12

5 Conclusion-14

Works Cited-16