When you are dealing with Italian people you have to bear in mind that they communicate not only verbally but also with gestures: it might appear quite strange to the average calm and polite Brit, but Italians cannot avoid moving while speaking – they would feel uncomfortable!

The most “famous” and really typical Italian gesture is pointing your hand upwards, putting the tips of your fingers together and moving your arm up and down. This gesture can have different meanings depending on the situation, but it always indicates query and surprise.