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Abstract: Lexical competence, a critical component of language proficiency, enables learners to understand and produce language effectively in both spoken and written forms. For philology students, who often engage deeply with literary, academic, and media texts, robust lexical knowledge is foundational to their academic and professional success. This review article explores the theoretical and pedagogical significance of using authentic texts in foreign language instruction to enhance lexical competence. Drawing on current literature and previous studies, the paper examines the nature of authentic materials, their benefits, and their alignment with communicative and task-based teaching approaches. The article emphasizes the importance of context-rich input in promoting deeper vocabulary acquisition and encourages the thoughtful integration of real-world texts into the language curriculum. It concludes with recommendations for educators and suggestions for future research in the field of lexical development.References
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