DECIPHERING IMPLICIT COMMUNICATION: THE ROLE OF STRATEGIC INTERACTION IN DEVELOPING PRAGMATIC COMPETENCE IN UZBEK EFL CONTEXTS
This study investigates the integration of pragmatic competence within the Uzbek EFL curriculum, specifically examining how learners
navigate implicit communication and strategic interactions. Utilizing a descriptive-analytical approach, the research evaluates pedagogical
textbooks like the "Prepare 9" Student’s Book to identify features such as hedging and indirect requests. Findings reveal a persistent gap
where students possess strong grammatical foundations but struggle to interpret social nuances and speaker intentions. Ultimately, the
article advocates for a shift toward usage-based tasks and innovative technologies to simulate authentic discourse and bridge the gap
between linguistic knowledge and real-life communication.
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