{"id":2474,"date":"2020-03-06T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/local.events.com\/how-to-learn-english-with-movies-tips-and-movies-for-all-levels\/"},"modified":"2021-04-07T16:53:25","modified_gmt":"2021-04-07T23:53:25","slug":"how-to-learn-english-with-movies-tips-and-movies-for-all-levels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/english-speaking\/how-to-learn-english-with-movies-tips-and-movies-for-all-levels\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Learn English with Movies: Tips and Movies for All Levels"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Many people assume that achieving fluency in English is all about hitting the books. While you will definitely need to study to learn English grammar, speaking English as a second language<\/a> requires a wide range of skills. So, what can<\/em> you do to practice these skills? Learn English with movies, of course!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Watching movies in English is a great way to pick up new vocabulary and idioms, practice listening to native English speakers, and absorb the language in a fun, entertaining format.<\/p>\n

That said, there are certain tactics that you can use to learn as much as possible while you watch movies. First, we will give you a few tips to get the most out of the movie-watching experience. Later on in this guide, we will provide specific movies for English learners at every level!<\/p>\n

3 Tips to Learn English with Movies<\/h2>\n

Before you get your bowl of popcorn ready, there are a few things that you should keep in mind in order to learn English with movies<\/a>:<\/p>\n

Tip #1: You may not understand every single word<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re watching a movie with native English-speaking actors, the dialogue (conversation in a movie) will probably be pretty quick. You will probably miss a few words here and there. Naturally, if you think you missed something important or you really want to learn a new word, don\u2019t be afraid to rewind and listen to it again.<\/p>\n

However, you shouldn\u2019t expect to understand everything on the first try. It\u2019s important to remember that there\u2019s no rewind button in real life, so training yourself to understand context is a great way to learn English (even if you don\u2019t understand every single word!)<\/p>\n

Tip #2: Don\u2019t be afraid to listen and repeat<\/strong><\/p>\n

Oftentimes, you may hear new vocabulary and completely forget it in a few days, hours, or even minutes later. This is why it is useful to repeat new phrases.<\/p>\n

Saying new English phrases out loud is one of the best ways to keep them stored in your long-term memory. That said, if you\u2019re sitting in a movie theater full of people, it may not be a good idea to start talking to the screen!<\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re watching a movie alone or with close friends, don\u2019t be afraid to repeat new words out loud. Though you might be inclined to write down new words, this may require you to pause or even rewind the movie. While jotting down notes is also a great way to remember new things, repeating them out loud might be much faster.<\/p>\n

Tip #3: Try watching movies with and without subtitles<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some people are visual learners. This means that, in order to really remember a new English word, they need to see it written out. If you fit this description, then you might prefer to learn English by watching movies with English subtitles.<\/p>\n

While this is great for learning new vocabulary, it takes away from your ability to listen, as you can simply read the words as they go by. So, even if you prefer to watch movies with the English subtitles on, we recommend trying to watch movies without subtitles as well. That way, you can practice listening to native speakers without relying on written words.<\/p>\n

*Note: If you feel completely lost watching a movie, it\u2019s okay to watch it with subtitles in your native language. In fact, this can help you learn the precise meaning of new words as you hear them!<\/em><\/p>\n

Now that you know how to get the most out of watching movies in English, it\u2019s time to look for the perfect addition to your next movie night! Below, you will find movies to help you learn English at any level. These include great English movies to improve communication skills, pronunciation, listening, and natural speech.<\/p>\n

Additionally, we\u2019ve included some of the best movies to learn British English<\/a> and American English<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Movies for A1-A2 English Learners<\/h2>\n

English beginners may struggle to understand movies with complex vocabulary and diction. As a result, animated films and movies with simple, easy-to-understand dialogue are some of the best options. Here are a few of the best movies for beginners to learn English (level A1-A2):<\/p>\n