Answer to Question #220954 in English for Aarohi

Question

Is it possible to communicate without para language. Why or why not?

Answer 1

Para language is a component of meta-communication that may modify meaning, give nuanced meaning, or convey emotion, by using techniques such as prosody, pitch, volume and intonation. Paralanguage may be expressed consciously or unconsciously.

The paralinguistic properties of speech play an important role in human communication. How we speak affects our communication and includes the tone, speed, and volume of our voice. For example, talking fast may show happiness, excitement, or nervousness while speaking slowly may show seriousness or sadness. The paralanguage messages that can be observed through face to face contact also makes it more difficult to lie or to hide emotions.