head shaking horizontally

Head shaking horizontally is a gesture used worldwide to indicate "no" or negation. Even children naturally use this gesture.

This gesture is convenient because it allows communication without speaking. It's especially useful in restaurants or noisy places.

Caution is needed when using the head shaking gesture, as its meaning can differ across cultures. For example, in Bulgaria, this movement actually means "yes." In India, shaking one's head from side to side can also mean "I understand."

Recently, K-pop idols have been frequently seen using this gesture cutely when interacting with fans. Short videos and GIFs featuring the head shaking motion are gaining popularity on social media. Videos of babies and pets shaking their heads horizontally are especially loved worldwide.