Judy forms a circle with her thumb and forefinger to communicate to her sister that everything is okay. Although in America this is a common gesture, it may be interpreted differently elsewhere in the world. What kind of gesture is this?

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The gesture described is an emblem, a specific nonverbal gesture that has a direct verbal translation. While it may be commonly used and understood in certain cultures, it may not universally convey the same meaning in all cultures.

Judy Forms a Circle with Her Thumb and Forefinger to Communicate