Abstract

Contextual-based vocabulary learning enables learners to expand their knowledge and word repertoire more effectively. Thus, reading fiction becomes an important aspect of learning a second language, especially when it is related to specialized professions like law. This article examines how reading literature in the legal genre might help students incidentally pick up domain-specific vocabulary. Instead of depending solely on conventional study techniques, students can quickly understand word meanings when interacting with the text and using contextual cues. In this context, learners can develop both narrative techniques and legal terminology skills. The selected corpus for this study is John Grisham’s fiction, renowned for its extensive use of high-frequency legal terms and portrayal of real-life legal experiences, which are particularly beneficial for law students. To determine how many important legal terms are included in a corpus, AntConc 4.2.0 is utilized as a corpus analysis tool. The study shows that when compared to traditional instructional materials, using fiction for imparting vocabulary is more advantageous and successful for students.