French Gestures ~ Understanding and Using French Gestures

Learn what French hand and facial gestures mean

There are countless facets to language learning, and one of the most interesting and least studied is the use and meaning of gestures. This non-verbal communication is not only important, it's also fun. In previous lessons, I explained 35 French gestures. Here are photos, explanations, and register ratings* for 10 new French gestures.

Gesture 1 - Se serrer les mains

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normal - gesture can be used in normal conversation

informal - gesture should be used only with people you tutoie

familiar - gesture should be used only with close friends

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