Why going to the Theatre is good for your English
Did you know that going to the theatre is a great way to test and expand your English?
Watching movies is fun and educational. Think about it – don’t you want to learn and have fun at the same time?
Learning Using Movies
Here’s the deal – in a movie theatre, movies do not have subtitles. So, movie-goers must rely on visual clues and their listening skills to understand the story.
You can test and improve your vocabulary. If your English level is low, watch a movie with a familiar storyline. Action movies can be easier to understand because they have lots of visual help. On the other hand, dramas rely heavily what characters say, so they can be difficult. Comedies are a great challenge, since a lot of jokes rely on people understanding the double-meaning of a word or sentence. Usually, students can pick up some slang or idioms through movies.
Your pronunciation will improve. By listening to English often, you will slowly train your ear. Actors speak at natural speeds, both fast and slow. They also use a wide variety of accents. You’ll train your English intonation, stress, linking, and more.
You can learn about culture. Depending on where the movie is set, you can widen your understanding of different cultures and their customs.
It’s a social activity
Learning a language is tough, and sometimes it can get stressful. If you are always pouring over a textbook and worrying about tests, you can easily burn yourself out.
Movies help you relax. They are fun, and it’s nice to go sit in a theatre and enjoy the story together with an audience. Invite your friends and spend the day together.
Once the movie is over, don’t just go home! To take full advantage, talk about the movie with your friends. Discuss your favorite scenes, surprises, or even vocabulary you picked up.
Special Vancouver Deals
Every Tuesday, all Cineplex theatres offer approximately 40% off of their regular ticket prices, so you can go watch movies at almost half the regular price! To take a look at the movies playing in Vancouver right now, go to https://www.cineplex.com/ .
