Here's why:
* Verbal refers to anything related to words and speech.
* Oral means spoken.
Therefore, verbal codes are the system of symbols and rules that govern the way we use spoken language.
Nonverbal communication, on the other hand, encompasses a vast range of behaviors and cues that aren't spoken, such as:
* Body language: Facial expressions, gestures, posture
* Proxemics: Use of personal space
* Haptics: Touch
* Chronemics: Use of time
* Artifacts: Objects and clothing
While nonverbal communication is crucial in understanding meaning and conveying messages, it doesn't fall under the category of verbal codes.