Ключевое слово: «features.»

The article explores the theme of using specific national and cultural features to improve the process of teaching a foreign language. The role of teacher as a non-native speaker is being examined thorough observation of the process of mastering a foreign language by his/her students, as well as students’ introduction to another culture. The concept of the national-cultural component is investigated, with examples and specifics of its manifestation in teaching English language provided. Based on the results of the study, a conclusion is drawn about the specificity of expressing national-cultural uniqueness of countries in teaching their language in a country where this language is not official.