What to watch to improve English
Do you feel guilty about spending a lot of time in front of the TV? You, don’t have to. Anything that is done in excess is bad for sure but if you can learn something from it then it is not so bad, right? Did you know that you can actually brush up your English while watching English movies or TV shows? You might have heard teachers tell you to watch BBC news but you can’t expect a person to sit for hours and watch boring news just to improve their English. Here are a few tips on how you can learn to speak better English and get entertained at the same time.
If you really want to improve your English while you watch TV then you can’t simply sit and keep watching it for hours. There is a little more you will have to do to improve yourself.
1. Before starting a show you should do a little research on it to understand what the show is about. Don’t read the whole script because then you will lose interest but knowing what the show is about will help you understand what is going on.
2. Start watching the show without subtitles first. If you rely on subtitles too much then you won’t learn to listen to the words and learn them instead you will read and understand what is being said. Listening skill is an important part of improving English so try watching without subtitles.
3. Rewind as many times as you have to if you don’t get a word or a phrase.
4. Sit with a notebook and a pen to write down new words that you don’t understand. Or watch it with someone who knows English and can help you with difficult or new words.
5. Repeat what you hear. To improve your speaking skills you will have to practice what you hear. Pause and repeat the words, or try making new sentences using the word. You can record yourself while saying them to listen to the pronunciation.
6. If you wish to improve your English through TV then you will have to choose the shows wisely. Avoid watching shows where the characters use improper grammar. Don’t worry keep reading to know which shows to watch.
Friends
This is a fun show about 6 friends in New York City. The show will take you through their professional and romantic lives and above all the bond they share with each other. If you wish to learn American pop culture then this is the show as long as you enjoy a bit of sarcasm and tons of different emotions. The plots are easy to understand and the dialogues are slow and easily followed. You can learn everyday speech and sentences through the show and have a good laugh as well.
Grey’s Anatomy
If you are a medical student and want to learn medical terms then Grey’s anatomy can help you. It has 17 seasons with 45 minutes of each episode. It takes you through the stressful lives of doctors who are willing to do what it takes to be successful in their field. You will be able to learn a lot of medical vocabulary and phrases for interpersonal communication through the show.
Suits
Willing to learn business vocabulary in English, watch Suits. This is a legal drama that takes place in New York and has 9 seasons. The story runs around a former student who escapes getting arrested during a drug sting and meets the best lawyer in town. He manages to get a job in his company even though he has never been to law school. This is a must-watch for people in legal careers although you might not learn everyday English through the show.
The Big Bang Theory
This is a very popular American sitcom about four socially awkward scientist friends in California and their neighbor Penny. It has 12 seasons filled with fun episodes. The show is good to learn informal English. You can learn everyday expressions and American culture through it. The show has different characters from different backgrounds so you will be able to learn different English accents as well.
The Crown
Last but never least is The Crown. This is a British hit show about the life of Queen Elizabeth II. It is set in 1947, six years before her coronation. If you are fond of the rich British accent and vocabulary then this is the show for you. You will also get to learn a lot about Britain’s history and its current monarch.
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Movies and TV shows: Watch English-language movies and TV shows with subtitles. Start with genres that interest you and gradually explore different types of content. Pay attention to the dialogue, pronunciation, and expressions used by native speakers.
Documentaries: Study documentaries on topics that interest you. Documentaries often use clear and informative language, allowing you to learn about specific topics while improving your listening and comprehension skills.
You can also sign up for a tutor at allrightpro.com to learn even more English for future exams or travel. The tutor can also tell you what to watch in order to increase your level of English.