PIRMĀ SEMESTRA NOSLĒGUMA TESTI
Can a message mean one thing to you and something completely different to your friend? Let’s explore how digital communication can hide or change what we really mean. Read the text carefully. Complete each sentence with the correct word or phrase from the list.
Lost in Translation: The Language of Online Chats
In our digital age, people communicate more than ever, yet many feel less understood. Messaging apps are fast and convenient, but they often remove something important – tone, emotion, and real non-verbal communication. When we send a text, the reader can’t see our face expressions or hear how our voice rises or falls. A simple sentence like “I’m fine” can sound happy, angry, or even not serious, depending on how it’s said but in writing, all those feelings disappear.
Because of this, misunderstandings are common. A joke might seem rude or misleading without the right intonation, and a short reply can make someone hesitate, wondering if the other person is upset. Emojis help a little, but they can’t replace real eye contact, body language, or the warmth in someone’s voice.
Sometimes people try to emphasise their emotions by writing in capital letters or adding extra punctuation. Still, even those signs can be confusing. One person might interpret “OK!!!” as excitement, while another thinks it sounds angry. That’s why experts say it’s important to be clear – to explain what we mean and to respond politely if we feel misunderstood.
Good communication is more than just words on a screen. It’s about understanding others through both verbal and non-verbal signals – listening, noticing small changes in tone, and showing kindness and understanding. Technology has changed the way we speak, but it hasn’t changed our need to feel heard and understood.
Because of this, misunderstandings are common. A joke might seem rude or misleading without the right intonation, and a short reply can make someone hesitate, wondering if the other person is upset. Emojis help a little, but they can’t replace real eye contact, body language, or the warmth in someone’s voice.
Sometimes people try to emphasise their emotions by writing in capital letters or adding extra punctuation. Still, even those signs can be confusing. One person might interpret “OK!!!” as excitement, while another thinks it sounds angry. That’s why experts say it’s important to be clear – to explain what we mean and to respond politely if we feel misunderstood.
Good communication is more than just words on a screen. It’s about understanding others through both verbal and non-verbal signals – listening, noticing small changes in tone, and showing kindness and understanding. Technology has changed the way we speak, but it hasn’t changed our need to feel heard and understood.
1. Although texting is quick and easy, it can important parts of real conversation, such as tone and emotion.
2. When tone and emotion disappear from written messages, jokes or short replies can easily be taken the wrong way and , it shows how fragile online communication can be.
3. Even though modern inventions have transformed how people talk online, everyone still wants to by others when communicating.
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because of this, misunderstandings are common
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