SOSIAL EXPRESSIONS

SOCIAL EXPRESSIONS

 

Definition Of Social Expressions

Social expressions are forms of nonverbal expression used by individuals in social interactions to express feelings, emotions, and actions. These include facial expressions, body cues, sounds, and movements. Social expressions play an important role in understanding and controlling our social interactions with others.

 

Functions of social expressions

Nonverbal communication: Social expressions help individuals transmit nonverbal messages to others in social interactions, such as showing emotion, reinforcing verbal statements, or expressing interest or no interest.

• Understanding other people's emotions: Social expressions help us understand other people's emotions and feelings, such as fear, happiness, or anger.
• Building social relationships: Social expressions play an important role in building and maintaining social relationships, such as making others feel comfortable and connected with us.
• Indicates social status: Social expressions can also be used to indicate social status and social position, such as indicating power or dependence.
• Influencing the feelings and behavior of others: Social expressions can influence the feelings and behavior of others, such as motivating or scaring them.
• In conclusion, social expressions play an important role in understanding and controlling our social interactions with others.

 

Types And Examples Of Social Expressions

1. Expressions Of Introduction

There are two types of presentations, namely self-introduction and other introductions.

Self introduction is used to introduce ourselves to others in English, especially to new people, so that they can get to know us better and more precisely. It also brings us closer to others.

For Example:

• Let me introduce myself, my name is Syahrani

Another introduction is a way to introduce others (such as family members, friends, relatives, co-workers, and others) in English, which is usually used to reinforce someone new into a familiar friend.

For Example:

• Allow me to introduce my father to you

2. Expressions of Congratulation

"Congratulations" is a greeting to congratulate or appreciation to someone who has achieved success. This phrase is usually used when someone graduates, birthdays, gets a job, or other successes. "Congratulation" is an expression to give good wishes to others.

For Example:

• It was really great to hear about
• Well done! Congratulations on your achievement

3. Expressions Of Greeting

Greeting is an important expression used in Indonesian society to show hospitality. It is a common expression used to greet or say hello to others. Knowing English greetings is essential in daily life as it is widely used.

For Example:

• Hi Mrs.Siti how are you?
• Goodbye Mrs. Siti, we will meet soon

 

4. Expressions Of Apology

Apology expression is used to convey regret or ask for forgiveness in English to others. This expression is used when one has made a mistake causing discomfort or annoyance to someone else. The expressions vary depending on the situation and context. It is important to study apology expressions in English to avoid improper etiquette when asking for forgiveness.

For Example:

• I’m sorry
• I hope you can forgive m

 

5. Expressions Of Agree And Disagree

"Agree "and" disagree " are expressions used to express agreement or disagreement with the opinions or proposals of others. These two expressions are usually used in situations of discussion or debate.

For Example Agree:

• I agree with you
• Yes, I absolutely agree about your reason

For Example Disagree:

• I don’t think so
• That’s not what i think

 

6. Expressions Of Like Ans Dislike

The expressions like and dislike are used to express feelings of like or dislike for certain things in everyday life. Like is used to express like, while dislike is used to express dislike.

For Example Like:

• I really like that music
• I’m a big fan of that movie

For Example Dislike:

• I don’t like this taste
• He doesn’t like this food

7. Expreesions Of Ability And Dissability

Expressing ability is used to express ability, while expressing disability is used to express inability. By understanding these two expressions, one can be more effective in expressing their abilities or disabilities.

For Example Ability:

• I feel capable of
• She can speak arab fluently

For Example Disability:

• No, I can not do this homework
• No, I don’t know how to make cookies

 

8. Expressions Of Certainty And Uncertainty

Expressing certainty and expressing uncertainty are two opposite ways of expressing one's beliefs and opinions about something. Expressing certainty is used to convey confidence and assurance, while expressing uncertainty is used to express doubt, hesitation, or lack of confidence.

For Example Certainty:

• I’m sure I can do this homework
• I am absolutely certain
• For Example Uncertainty:
• I have doubt about it
• It’s hard to say for certain

 

9. Expressions Of Warning

Warning means providing information about the dangers or unforeseen circumstances that we can experience if someone does something. Or in other words, he wants to be more careful. There are two ways in which you can prevent others from doing something: warning against it and warning against it.

For Example:

• Don’t talk too loud in the library
• Don’t leave me alone
• Be careful with this tool
• Make sure you did your job