Arabic Vocabulary: Gestures in Arabic

Learn powerful Arabic gestures to enhance your communication skills and understanding of cultural nuances.

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Vocabulary List

English Arabic Pronunciation
Blowing a kiss
إطلاق قبلة
Itlaq qubla
Clapping
تصفيق
Tasfeeq
Crossed arms
ذراعين متقاطعين
Thara'een mutaqate'een
Facial expressions
تعابير الوجه
Ta'abeer alwajh
Finger snapping
قلق الأصابع
Qalq alasabaa
Hand movements
حركات اليد
Harkat alyad
Handshake
مصافحة
Musafaha
High five
تحية باليد
Tahia biallyad
Nods
إيماءات بالرأس
Eimaa'at bialras
Pointing
الإشارة
Al'ishara
Salute
تحية عسكرية
Tahiyat askariyah
Shushing
الصمت
al-samt
Shrug
الهمس
al-hams
Thumbs up
إشارة الكتف
isharat al-katf
Wave
إشارة بالإبهام
isharat bil-ibham
Winks
موجة
mawjah.

Cultural Key: Importance of Hand Gestures

In Arabic culture, hand gestures are commonly used to convey meaning and emotions. It’s important to be aware of the significance of these gestures and their proper usage to avoid misunderstandings or unintentional offense. Practice and observe how native speakers use hand gestures in different contexts to enhance your communication skills.

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