Make eye contact
Example: If someone is in love, they would try to capture their special person's attention through making eye contact.
Description: When a person looks directly into the eyes of the individual they are talking to.
Interpretation: It's meaning can change depending on the context. For example: profound interest in what the other person is saying, as well as confidence, honesty, respect, or even dominance or physical/emotional attraction.
Clench fists
Example: It is commonly used when something unfair is happening in front of someone's eyes, and they are unable to do anything to help.
Description: When an individual makes a fist and squeezes their fingers tightly.
Interpretation: Through this body language, they convey powerlessness and anger.
Wink
Example: When a boy is flirting with a girl, he may wink at her to show he is interested in her.
Description: A quick blink in one of the person's eyes, often accompanied by a smile so the other person can see it.
Interpretation: It is generally used in romantic scenarios. When there is a profound connection between two individuals, they could easily use it to convey agreement, closeness, and intimacy. It’s essentially an unspoken understanding.
Give a big hug
Example: When someone is crying, their friends would give them a big hug to show support and deep love.
Description: Placing both arms around another person’s body.
Interpretation: In Latin America, it is commonly used with friends and family, and sometimes even with strangers, to show support, empathy, but most of all, love.
Gaze into the distance
Example: When someone is in trouble, they may gaze into the distance, trying to make up their mind.
Description: When someone looks far away with a thoughtful, dreamy, or emotional expression, often lost in memories or deep in thought.
Interpretation: It conveys nostalgia, sadness, joy, or daydreaming.