COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE

AND LINGUISTIC COMPETENCE

LINGUISTIC COMMUNICATIVE
COMPETENCE
RELATIONSHIPS
COMPETENCE

System of linguistic Individual’s ability to

knowledge possessed
by native speakers
FOCUS
Indiviual’s knowledge
and understanding of
a language grammar,
vocabulary and rules.
undrestand and use the
SECONDARY SECONDARY
IDEA IDEA appropiately language
Linguistic Competence is a Communicative Competence
Component of Communicative Builds Upon Linguistic
Competence: Competence:
Description: Linguistic
competence (grammar, syntax, Description: Being proficient in
etc.) is essential within the speaking, listening, reading,
broader scope of and writing relies on a strong
communicative competence. linguistic competence. COMPONENTS CONCEPTS
Implication: To communicate Implication: Linguistic
effectively, understanding
competence provides the
linguistic structures is
foundation for effective Combination of
Linguistic communication. knowledge, judgment, Focused solely on
necessary.
competence are and skills in connected grammatical
focused in Speaking, Integration of Both Competences:
areas. knowledge.
Description: In practice, effective writing and speaking require both linguistic accuracy
listening, reading, and communicative skills.
Linguistic competence Take pragmatic
Implication: The combination of both competences is crucial in various language
writing and non- applications.
Operational competence
Improving Linguistic Competence through Interaction: aspects of language
verbal cues. Description: Conversations and discussions contribute to refining and applying
Social competence
linguistic competence.
use.
Implication: Real-life practice helps strengthen linguistic competence.
Practical Application of Linguistic Competence: Strategic competence.
Description: Linguistic competence is used in communicative contexts to express oneself
clearly and meaningfully.
Implication: The ultimate purpose is effective communication in everyday situations.

APPLICATIONS:
Language Learning: Linguistic competence is fundamental for
those learning a new language. It provides the foundation to
comprehend the structure and rules of the language.
Translation: It is crucial for the accurate translation of written
content, maintaining grammatical integrity and conveying
the intended meaning.
Language Teaching: Educators use linguistic competence to
explain grammatical concepts and language rules to
students.
APLICATIONS
EXAMPLE Real-Life Communication: Communicative competence is essential in
everyday interactions, whether in personal relationships, professional
settings, or social situations.
In summary, linguistic and communicative competence are
Language Proficiency Assessment: Testing individuals' ability to use
interconnected, with linguistic competence serving as the
language effectively in various contexts, evaluating both verbal and
essential foundation for effective communication and
written communication skills.
evolving alongside the needs of contemporary
Cross-Cultural Communication: In globalized settings, individuals with
communication.
communicative competence navigate cultural differences to
communicate successfully in diverse environments.
Four areas: Words and rules, appropriacy, cohesion and coherence
use of communication strategies.