'If you don't understand what I mean, I always got a little bit of sign language, so here's to ya!' (Sticks two middle fingers up at the person he's talking to.)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- If words fail, the speaker offers a non‑verbal sign, implying a rude gesture.
- In plain terms
- I’ll use a rude sign if you don’t get me.
- What can you take from it?
- Gestures can reinforce a message when words aren’t enough.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is a non‑verbal cue appropriate?
- How do gestures change a message’s tone?
Another view
Rude gestures can alienate the audience.
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