Learn english with Snatch

Unscrupulous boxing promoters, violent bookmakers, a Russian gangster, incompetent amateur robbers and supposedly Jewish jewelers fight to track down a priceless stolen diamond.

Why learn english with Snatch?

"Snatch" is a funny and exciting story about a stolen diamond, boxing, and some very interesting characters. It follows several groups of people, including boxing promoters, gangsters, and even a group of Irish travelers, as they try to get their hands on the diamond. The movie is full of twists and turns, so you'll have to pay attention! You can learn a lot of informal British English vocabulary from "Snatch," like "blag" (to rob), "pikey" (a derogatory term for an Irish traveler), and "bollocks" (nonsense). You'll also hear lots of London slang and different accents. The movie has a lot of action and humor, but it also explores themes of luck, deception, and the consequences of greed. You'll see characters experience a range of emotions, from fear and anger to excitement and joy. The language used in the film is very colorful and expressive, which can help you learn how English speakers use idioms, slang, and swear words in everyday conversations. Be aware, though, that some of the language is quite strong and not appropriate for all situations! "Snatch" can be a useful tool for English learners because it exposes you to a wide variety of accents and vocabulary. The fast-paced dialogue will challenge your listening comprehension skills, and the humorous situations can make learning more enjoyable. While not all the language is suitable for formal settings, understanding slang and idioms is important for navigating real-world conversations. Just remember to be careful about using the stronger language you hear in the film!

Words from Snatch

Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in Snatch:

turkish: relating to Turkey, its language, or culture
englishman: a man from England
inflict: to make someone experience something very unpleasant
promoter: a person or company that supports or helps organize an event or promotes something they think is valuable or important
eve: the day or evening before an important event, often a festival or holiday
bind: an unpleasant situation that is difficult to avoid
mistranslation: an incorrect translation of a word, document, or other text
scholar: a student who is skilled in a subject from having studied it well and/ or is very smart and works hard at school
septuagint: a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible from around the 2nd/3rd century BC
mistranslate: to make a mistake when translating something into a different language
virgin: not changed from its original, pure condition
subtle: not very obvious, clear or easy to notice
prophecy: a prediction about the future, especially one made by someone with religious or magical powers
behold: to look at or see something, often used for big or impressive things
conceive: to create an idea or image in your mind