STRENGTHENING PRAGMATIC COMPETENCE IN UZBEK LEARNERS OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Аннотация

Pragmatic competence represents a core element of communicative competence and is essential for effective interaction in a foreign language environment. This paper investigates the importance of developing pragmatic competence among Uzbek learners of English within an EFL context. It identifies key challenges, including cultural differences, insufficient exposure to authentic language use, and the limited incorporation of pragmatics in teaching materials. In addition, the study suggests practical strategies for embedding pragmatic instruction into English language teaching, such as explicit instruction, role-playing techniques, and the integration of authentic resources. The results indicate that improving learners’ pragmatic awareness significantly enhances their communicative abilities and reduces instances of pragmatic failure in intercultural communication.