Psychology GCSE
Paralinguistics
What Paralinguistics means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Paralinguistics
Non-verbal vocal cues that accompany speech, such as tone, pitch, volume, and intonation, which modify meaning or convey emotion.
Topics that use Paralinguistics
- Language, thought and communication (AQA GCSE)
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Using Paralinguistics in the exam
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