THE ROLE OF INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING

Jovliyeva Nafosat Bahodir qizi

Second-year student, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literature

Keywords: Key words: Intercultural competence, English language teaching, cultural awareness, global communication, empathy, cultural diversity, communicative competence.

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Abstract

Annotation: This article explores the importance of intercultural competence in English language teaching (ELT) and its role in preparing learners for effective communication in a globalized world. In addition to linguistic skills, successful communication requires awareness of cultural norms, values, and communicative conventions. The study examines how teachers can integrate intercultural elements into the English curriculum to enhance students’ understanding of cultural diversity and global citizenship. It also highlights strategies that promote tolerance, empathy, and mutual respect through language education. The findings emphasize that developing intercultural competence helps learners not only master English but also use it appropriately in multicultural contexts.

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