Learn English with Cinderella

Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her Fairy Godmother's wand, Cinderella's rags are magically turned into a glorious gown and off she goes to the Royal Ball. But when the clock strikes midnight, the spell is broken, leaving a single glass slipper... the only key to the ultimate fairy-tale ending!

Why learn English with Cinderella?

"Cinderella" tells the magical story of a young woman forced to work as a servant by her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. When the Prince holds a grand ball, Cinderella dreams of attending. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, her dream comes true. The movie is full of useful vocabulary, like "chateau," "kingdom," "gentle," "determined," and "slipper." You'll also hear words related to clothing, emotions, and everyday activities, making it a great way to expand your English vocabulary. The movie explores themes of kindness, perseverance, and believing in your dreams, expressed through both dialogue and songs. You'll encounter a range of emotions, from sadness and anger to joy and love, learning how to express these feelings in English. The language used is generally clear and easy to follow, with some slightly more complex vocabulary used by the royal characters. Pay attention to how the characters speak to understand different tones and expressions. The songs are catchy and repetitive, helping you learn new words and phrases through music. Learning English with "Cinderella" is a fun and engaging experience. The storyline is captivating, and the visuals help you understand the context even if you don't catch every word. You can improve your listening comprehension, learn new vocabulary and grammar, and familiarize yourself with different English accents. Because the story is so well-known, it’s easier to follow along and pick up the language. This movie provides a magical introduction to the world of English language learning.

Words from Cinderella

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

sunset: the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon, often creating colourful displays in the sky
dressed: wearing clothes of a specific kind
rag: a piece of old cloth used for cleaning
queenly: befitting or suitable for a queen
throne: the position of being a king or queen, or the chair that they sit on
romance: a feeling or expression of love, often in a romantic relationship
unfold: to open or spread something flat; to become open or flat
faraway: distant
prosperous: being successful and wealthy
stately: dignified and impressive in manner and appearance, usually slow and graceful
chateau: a castle or large house in France
widow: a woman whose spouse has died and who has not remarried
gentleman: a polite and educated man with good manners who always behaves well
devoted: being very loyal and supportive of someone/something
beloved: loved very much