Types of Communication

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Types of Communication
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Communication
Communication is a process of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, feelings and emotions through speech, signals,
writing, or behavior. In communication process, a sender(encoder) encodes a message and then using a medium/channel
sends it to the receiver (decoder) who decodes the message and aer processing information, sends back appropriate
feedback/reply using a medium/channel.
Types of Communication
People communicate with each other in a number of ways that depend upon the message and its context in which it is
being sent. Choice of communication channel and your style of communicating also aects communication. So, there are
variety of types of communication.
Types of communication based on the communication channels used are:
1. Verbal Communication
2. Nonverbal Communication
1.
Verbal Communication
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Verbal communication refers to the the form of communication in which message is transmitted verbally;
communication is done by word of mouth and a piece of writing. Objective of every communication is to have
people understand what we are trying to convey. In verbal communication remember the acronym KISS(keep it
short and simple).
When we talk to others, we assume that others understand what we are saying because we know what we are
saying. But this is not the case. usually people bring their own attitude, perception, emotions and thoughts about
the topic and hence creates barrier in delivering the right meaning.
So in order to deliver the right message, you must put yourself on the other side of the table and think from your
receivers point of view. Would he understand the message? how it would sound on the other side of the table?
Verbal Communication is further divided into:
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Oral Communication
In oral communication, Spoken words are used. It includes

face-to-face conversations, speech, telephonic
conversation, video, radio, television, voice over internet. In
oral communication, communication is influence by pitch,
volume, speed and clarity of speaking.
Advantages of Oral communication are:
It brings quick feedback.
In a face-to-face conversation, by reading facial expression
and body language one can guess whether he/she should
trust whats being said or not.
Disadvantage of oral communication
In face-to-face discussion, user is unable to deeply think
about what he is delivering, so this can be counted as a
Written Communication
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In written communication, written signs or symbols are

used to communicate. A written message may be printed or
hand written. In written communication message can be
transmitted via email, letter, report, memo etc. Message, in
written communication, is influenced by the vocabulary &
grammar used, writing style, precision and clarity of the
language used.
Written Communication is most common form of
communication being used in business. So, it is considered
core among business skills.
Memos, reports, bulletins, job descriptions, employee
manuals, and electronic mail are the types of written
communication used for internal communication. For
communicating with external environment in writing,
electronic mail, Internet Web sites, letters, proposals,
telegrams, faxes, postcards, contracts, advertisements,
brochures, and news releases are used.
Advantages of written communication includes:
Messages can be edited and revised many time before it is
actually sent.
Written communication provide record for every message
sent and can be saved for later study.
A written message enables receiver to fully understand it
and send appropriate feedback.
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Disadvantages of written communication includes:

Unlike oral communication, Written communication doesnt
bring instant feedback.
It take more time in composing a written message as
compared to word-of-mouth. and number of people
struggles for writing ability.
2.
Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal communication is the sending or receiving of wordless messages. We can say that communication other
than oral and written, such as gesture, body language, posture, tone of voice or facial expressions, is called
nonverbal communication. Nonverbal communication is all about the body language of speaker.
Nonverbal communication helps receiver in interpreting the message received. Oen, nonverbal signals reflects the
situation more accurately than verbal messages. Sometimes nonverbal response contradicts verbal
communication and hence aect the eectiveness of message.
Nonverbal communication have the following three elements:
Appearance
Speaker: clothing, hairstyle, neatness, use of cosmetics
Surrounding: room size, lighting, decorations, furnishings
Body Language
facial expressions, gestures, postures
Sounds
Voice Tone, Volume, Speech rate
Types of Communication Based on Purpose and Style
Based on style and purpose, there are two main categories of communication and they both bears their own
characteristics. Communication types based on style and purpose are:
1. Formal Communication
2. Informal Communication
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1.
Formal Communication
In formal communication, certain rules, conventions and principles are followed while communicating message.
Formal communication occurs in formal and oicial style. Usually professional settings, corporate meetings,
conferences undergoes in formal pattern.
In formal communication, use of slang and foul language is avoided and correct pronunciation is required.
Authority lines are needed to be followed in formal communication.
2.
Informal Communication
Informal communication is done using channels that are in contrast with formal communication channels. Its just a
casual talk. It is established for societal ailiations of members in an organization and face-to-face discussions. It
happens among friends and family. In informal communication use of slang words, foul language is not
restricted. Usually. informal communication is done orally and using gestures.
Informal communication, Unlike formal communication, doesnt follow authority lines. In an organization, it
helps in finding out sta grievances as people express more when talking informally. Informal communication
helps in building relationships.
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business, communication, formal, informal, nonverbal, oral,

In oral communication, Spoken words are used. It includes

In written communication, written signs or symbols are

Disadvantages of written communication includes:

917 thoughts on Types of Communication

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