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My Indian coworkers shake their head side to side for yes and no. When I first starting working with them I was always a little mad that they never agreed with
by keanebean86 6y ago
My Indian coworkers shake their head side to side for yes and no. When I first starting working with them I was always a little mad that they never agreed with me until I realized what was going on.
You can tell if it's yes or no depending on speed but thanks to covid WFH for months I've forgotten which is which. Going back to the office is going to be an adjustment.
- advisedwang 6y agohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uj56IPJOqWE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uj56IPJOqWE
- taneq 6y agoThere are something like four distinct head-waggle motions with different meanings.
- ChrisRR 6y agoIt may also be a bit confusing to many people as Indians tend to gently wobble their head when someone is talking to show that they're listening. I believe it's a sign of respect.