Learn English with The Purge

Given the country's overcrowded prisons, the U.S. government begins to allow 12-hour periods of time in which all illegal activity is legal. During one of these free-for-alls, a family must protect themselves from a home invasion.

Why learn English with The Purge?

"The Purge" tells the story of a future America where all crime, including murder, is legal for 12 hours once a year. The movie follows the Sandin family as they try to survive this terrifying night. You can learn vocabulary related to crime (murder, violence, weapons), emotions (fear, terror, panic), and family relationships (husband, wife, son, daughter). The film also uses words related to security and protection, like "barricades," "security system," and "lockdown." The movie explores themes of social inequality, violence, and the consequences of unchecked aggression. You'll encounter a range of emotions expressed through the dialogue, from fear and desperation to anger and determination. The language used is mostly modern American English, with some slang and informal expressions. Listening to the conversations in the movie can help you understand how native speakers use English in everyday situations, and how they express strong emotions. Watching "The Purge" can be a useful way to improve your English comprehension and vocabulary, especially if you are interested in learning about American culture and social issues. The clear dialogue and dramatic storyline make it engaging to follow, and the intense emotions expressed by the characters can help you connect with the language on a deeper level. Because the movie has so much dialogue, it can be a great resource to practice your listening skills and learn new words and phrases in context.

Words from The Purge

Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in The Purge:

hitch: a problem causing a short delay
sue: to take someone to court because they have harmed you with their words or actions
congratulation: expressing praise or admiration for someone's achievement
holly: a small tree or bush with shiny leaves with sharp points and bright red berries that is often used as a Christmas decoration
purge: to remove something that is not wanted, often by using force
pete: a nickname for boys, short for Peter
beast: an animal, especially one that is large, dangerous, or unusual
lockdown: an official order to restrict the movement of people or vehicles due to a dangerous event
proudly: in a way that is impressive or shows pride
folk: traditional to the people of a country or community, especially those in the countryside
jig: a quick, lively dance, often with short, quick movements, or the music for it
ta: an expression of gratitude
commencement: a ceremony or event marking a beginning, especially a graduation ceremony where degrees or diplomas are awarded
pout: to push one's lips out in annoyance or to appear sexually attractive
sulk: a period of refusing to speak and being unpleasant because you are angry about something