purp comm

latin word for communication

communis

meaning of communis

to make common

setting in which communication occurs

context

where communication takes place

physical context

relationship that exists between and among participants

social context

background provided by the previous communication between the participants that influences understanding of the current encounter

historical context

beliefs, values and norms shared by a large group of people

cultural context

beliefs, values and norms shared by a large group of people

cultural context

being blind, deaf or mute

physiological / impairment noise

moods and feelings each person brings to the communication

psychological context

misunderstanding between the meanings of the same words depending on the language / dialect

semantic barrier

grammatical errors, wrong use of punctuations

syntactical barrier

how you arrange words, unorganized information

organizational noise

cultural differences

cultural noise

mental and emotional interference inside a person’s head, inner thoughts

psychological noise

doesn’t involve words, use of sign language, body language and facial expressions

non-verbal communication

use of words

verbal communication

communication with yourself, decision making

intrapersonal communication

communication between 2-3 people

interpersonal communication

interaction between 3 or more people collaborating to achieve a shared goal

small-group communication

sharing a message with a large group

public communication

exchange of messages sent through technology

mediated communication

transferring of information through the use of photo, signs, etc.

visual communication

communication delivered through the use of electronic media such as television

extended communication

communication that takes place between individuals who are working towards common goals within an organization

organizational communication

communication takes place between two or more people whose linguistic, religious, ethical, social, and professional background are partially or completely different with each other

intercultural communication

employs formal language that is delivered using a prescribed format, either orally or in written form

formal communication

is usually delivered to strengthen social relationship and acquaintances

informal communication