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Meaning of 7-38-55 rule | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The theory that 7% of communication is from spoken words, 38% from tone of voice and 55% from body language and gestures.

uncountable

Examples

“Studying the 7-38-55 rule will vastly improve your communication skills and make you better able to read the room during a business negotiation.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

7-6 suspension 7-7-7 rule 7-day fever 7-day measles 7-dehydrocholesterol 7-Eleven