TEACHING ENGLISH LEXICAN THROUGH CULTURAL REALITIES: A LINGUISTOCULARIAN APPROACH

Аннотация

This article analyzes the importance and effectiveness of teaching English lexicon through cultural realities. It shows the need for the teacher to present the cultural context, to take into account not only the grammatical and syntactic aspects of the language, but also cultural norms in language teaching. The harmony of linguistic and cultural elements is important in highlighting the uniqueness of lexical units, that is, the system of words and phrases. The article provides practical recommendations aimed at more effective development of students' language skillsinteaching English byusinga linguocultural approach. Keywords:cultural realities, English, lexicon, linguistic and cultural elements, linguocultural approach, language learning, learning process, cultural context. Introduction: In teaching English, it is not enough to focus only on the structural and grammatical rules of the language. In the process of teaching a language, it is especially important to take into account the cultural context. The lexicon of the English language consists not only of words and phrases, but also of cultural realities specific to this language, the study of which helps to fully understand the language. Teaching English lexicon through cultural realities will shed light on not only theoretical but also practical aspects of the language for students. In this regard, there is a need to explain to students the cultural essence of the English language and itsconnection with different cultures through a linguocultural approach. The linguocultural approach to language teaching helps to ensure understanding of the content of the English language and its social context. This approach develops students' skills in using English words, phrases, and cultural elements correctly. By understanding the relationship between culture and language, students learn English not only from avocabulary perspective, but also from a cultural and social perspective. This article discusses the benefits of using cultural realities inteaching English vocabulary and howto doiteffectively. Main part: Understanding cultural realities in the process of teaching English means not only teaching students the meaning of words, but also presenting the social and cultural context of the language. Cultural realities are elements that help students understand the uniqueness of theEnglish language, words and phrases related totheir own cultureand historical traditions.For example, words like "Thanksgiving" are not only unique to English words, but also reflect the cultural traditions of the people who communicate in English through this word. Teaching cultural realities in English helps students better understand the context in which the language is used. Cultural realities include, for example: Historical and cultural terms: For example, words like "London Eye", "Big Ben", "Statue ofLiberty", "Hollywood" are related toculture. Socialcustoms: Phrases like"Cheers", "Sorry", "Excuseme" are customs and expressions thatare widely used in English butare only understood in that culture. page132 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ISSN:2692-5206,ImpactFactor:12,23 AmericanAcademicpublishers,volume05,issue04,2025 Journal: https://www.academicpublishers.org/journals/index.php/ijai Special festivals and holidays: Holidays like "Christmas", "Easter", "Halloween" are part of the cultural part of English and help students understand not only the language but also the customsassociated with theholidays. The linguocultural approach emphasizes the interrelationship between language and culture in the process of teaching English. Through this approach, students not only understand the correct use of words, but also their cultural and social significance. By using the linguocultural approach, students learn the language more easily because they understand English not only as a means of written or oral communication, but also as an element related to English culture, customs and lifestyle. For example, using a linguocultural approach to teaching English, teachers need to explain to students not only the grammatical correctness of English phrases, but also the cultural and contextual significance of these phrases. While the phrase "How are you?" is a common greeting in English, insomecultures, asking thisword implies a personal approach. Effectivemethods forteaching cultural realities in English caninclude: Cultural discussion in class: Introducing students to cultural topics, such as popular festivals, holidays, ornational traditions in English. Cross-cultural activities: Activities related to the cultural traditions and lifestyles of people who communicate in English, such as watching movies, reading books in English, or analyzing new articles, blogs, and stories inEnglish. Video and audio materials: Using video and audio materials to present cultural realities can help studentsengage with culture and enrich theircultural knowledge. Practical exercises: Using vocabula