4 Types Of Communication

Communication is an act of exchanging information between two sides. It is very important tool in human life as it is used every day and every place. In our day-to-day activities, communication helps us to express feelings, share ideas and build good relationship with others. 

This article is going to discuss the four (4) types of communication.

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Types of communication

The four types of communication are verbal, non-verbal, written and visual communication.

1. VERBAL COMMUNICATION

Verbal communication is a type of communication which uses a spoken language to convey the message, it involves speaking and listening. Verbal communication is very common and probably a most used type of communication than other types since it is used in many occasions such as presentations, interview, conferences, meetings, one-on-one and daily conversation.

2. NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION

Non-verbal communication is a type of communication which uses body language like facial expression, gestures and postures to convey the message. Non verbal communication doesn't involves spoken language, however, it can be used to aid verbal communication.

3. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

This is is a type of communication which uses texts or written language to convey the message. Example of written communication include emails, essays, memos, articles, etc. Written communication requires writing skills and reading skills to communicate. 

4. VISUAL COMMUNICATION

Visual communication uses images, videos, sketches and graphs to convey the message. It can also be used as an aid in presenting written or verbal communication to help readers or listeners to understand well.

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