describe types of communication?

Hi, there are 5 types of communication:

Verbal Communication

Verbal communication occurs when we engage in speaking with others. It can be face-to-face, over the telephone, via  Zoom, etc. Some verbal engagements are informal, while some are formal. Regardless of the type, it is not just about the words, it is also about the caliber and complexity of those words, but how we use those words in cohesion to produce something understandable.

Non-Verbal Communication

What we do while we speak often says more than the actual words. Non-verbal communication includes facial expressions, posture, eye contact, hand movements, and touch. For example, if you’re engaged in a conversation with your boss, it is important to pay attention to both the their words and their non-verbal communication. Your boss might be in agreement with your idea verbally, but their nonverbal cues: avoiding eye contact, sighing, scrunched up face, etc. indicate something different.

Written Communication

All forms of written communication have the same goal to disseminate information in a clear and concise manner – though that objective is often not achieved. There are two things to remember: first, write well – poorly constructed sentences and careless errors make you look bad; and second, ensure the content of the message is something you want to promote or be associated with for the long haul. So, ensure that you write eloquently and smoothly and ensure that you don't make any mistakes.

Listening

The act of listening  does not often make its way onto the list of types of communication. Active listening, however, is perhaps one of the most important types of communication because if we cannot listen to the person sitting across from us, we cannot effectively engage with them. How will one speak if one doesn't listen first properly?

Visual Communication

We are a visual society. Think about it, televisions are running 24/7, Facebook is visual with memes, videos, images, etc., Instagram is an image-only platform, and advertisers use imagery to sell products and ideas. Visual communication is undoubtedly one of the most widely used forms of communication.

Hope this helped!