Learn english with American Pie

At a high-school party, four friends find that losing their collective virginity isn't as easy as they had thought. But they still believe that they need to do so before college. To motivate themselves, they enter a pact to all "score" by their senior prom.

Why learn english with American Pie?

"American Pie" is a funny story about four high school friends who make a pact to lose their virginity before graduation. The movie follows their hilarious attempts to achieve this goal. You'll learn everyday American slang and expressions like "hang out," "make out," "score," and "dude." The movie also uses more formal language in school settings, giving you a mix of casual and formal vocabulary. You'll see how friends talk to each other, how teenagers talk to their parents, and even some awkward conversations about sex. This variety helps you understand how English is used in different situations. The movie explores themes of friendship, love, and growing up. You'll see characters experience a range of emotions from excitement and nervousness to embarrassment and disappointment. The language used reflects these emotions, teaching you how to express feelings in English. The humor in the film is often based on misunderstandings and cultural differences, which can be helpful for learners to understand American culture and humor. While some of the humor is related to sex, the movie also shows the awkwardness and vulnerability of teenagers, making it relatable even if you don't have similar experiences. "American Pie" can be a fun and engaging way to improve your English. The dialogue is mostly clear and easy to understand, and the story is entertaining. Because it's a comedy, you'll be more relaxed while watching, making it easier to absorb the language. The movie's popularity also means you'll have lots of opportunities to discuss it with other English speakers, further practicing your skills. While some of the content may be mature, it provides a glimpse into American teenage culture and the kind of language used in those social settings.

Words from American Pie

Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in American Pie:

tit: a small European bird with multiple types
reception: the place inside a building such as a hotel, office or school where people go when they first arrive
scramble: to move or climb quickly over rough terrain, often using your hands to help you
pony: a small type of horse
spank: to hit someone, especially a child, on the bottom as punishment
hairy: covered with lots of hair
lifetime: the length of time that a person lives or that an object lasts
pantyhose: a tight, thin piece of clothing that covers a woman's hips, legs and feet
mermaid: (in stories) a creature with a woman's upper body and a fish tail instead of legs
doable: possible to be done
doable: sexually attractive
cookie: a small, hard and dry sweet cake for one person
shuttle: a plane, bus, or train that regularly travels between two locations
buddy: a casual word for a friend
homework: work given by teachers for students to complete at home