Learn english with Wanted

Doormat Wesley Gibson is an office worker whose life is going nowhere. He meets a sexy woman named Fox and discovers that his recently murdered father - whom Wesley never knew - belonged to the Fraternity, a secret society of assassins which takes its orders from Fate itself. Fox and Sloan, the Fraternity's leader, teach Wesley, through intense training, to tap into dormant powers and hone his innate killing skills. Though he enjoys his newfound abilities, he begins to suspect that there is more to the Fraternity than meets the eye.

Why learn english with Wanted?

"Wanted" tells the story of Wesley Gibson, an ordinary office worker who discovers he's the son of a famous assassin. He joins a secret society of assassins and learns to control his hidden abilities, like bending bullets and reacting super fast. The movie has lots of action and adventure, and you can learn vocabulary related to work, weapons, and emotions, such as "cubicle," "munitions," and "anxiety." You'll also hear expressions like "go fuck yourself," which is rude but common in informal English. The movie explores themes of destiny, betrayal, and finding your true self. You'll see a range of emotions, from fear and anger to determination and excitement. The characters use both formal and informal language, and there are some intense dialogues that can help you understand how people express strong emotions in English. The fast-paced action keeps the story engaging, which can make learning more fun. Be aware, though, that there is a lot of swearing in this film. Watching "Wanted" can be a helpful way to improve your English listening and comprehension skills. The subtitles can help you follow along with the dialogue and learn new words. The varied language used in the film exposes you to different styles of speaking. Although the violence and strong language might not be suitable for everyone, if you enjoy action movies, "Wanted" could be a motivating and entertaining way to enhance your English.

Words from Wanted

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

anorexic: a person with or relating to anorexia
inter: to place a dead person in a grave
crappy: of very poor quality
miserable: uncomfortable or very unhappy
consultant: a person with expert knowledge who gives advice to others, often in a professional setting
insignificant: small or hard to notice and not considered important
asshole: a rude word for someone you find unpleasant or stupid
consignment: the act of sending goods to a specific location
competitor: a rival, especially in business or sports
munition: related to military weapons, ammunition, and gear
untraceable: impossible to find or discover the origin of something or someone
fraternity: a group of people who share the same interests, profession, or beliefs
wolf: a large wild animal of the dog family that lives and hunts in groups
decoy: something or someone used to trick others into going somewhere or doing something
racket: a loud and unpleasant noise