Learn English with Mulan

When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Chinese Army to defend the country from Huns, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. She is spirited, determined and quick on her feet. Disguised as a man by the name of Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her innermost strength and embrace her true potential.

Why learn English with Mulan?

"Mulan" is a story about a brave young woman in ancient China who disguises herself as a man to take her ailing father's place in the army. It follows her journey as she trains to become a warrior, fights in a war, and eventually saves the emperor. From this movie, you can learn words about family (father, mother, daughter, sister), war (soldier, warrior, battle, sword, army), and virtues like courage, loyalty, and truth. You can also learn about Chinese culture and traditions. The movie explores themes of bravery, family duty, and finding your true self. You'll see a range of emotions, from fear and sadness to joy and determination, expressed through dialogue and action. The language used is a mix of formal and informal English, with some battle commands and poetic language, giving you a chance to learn different styles of speaking. The clear pronunciation and emotional delivery of the lines will also help you understand the meaning and improve your listening comprehension. Watching "Mulan" can be a fun and effective way to improve your English. The exciting story will keep you engaged, while the diverse vocabulary and clear dialogue will help you build your language skills. You'll also learn about a different culture and timeless values, making your learning experience more enriching. Because it’s exciting and engaging, your learning will be more enjoyable. Learning shouldn't feel like a chore. It should be fun, like watching a movie.

Words from Mulan

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

tale: a story, usually one that is full of action and adventure or that is hard to believe
warrior: an experienced and skilled soldier, especially in the past
unaware: not realizing or understanding something
chi: the life force and flow of energy that is part of everything
boundless: having no limits or end
wield: to hold and use something as a tool or weapon
exile: being forced to live away from your own country, often for political reasons
panic: a sudden strong feeling of fear that makes it hard to think and act in a reasonable way
crawl: moving at a very slow speed
fortunate: having good luck
flit: to move lightly and quickly between places or things
rooftop: the area outside on the roof of a building
matchmaker: a person who helps other people find romantic partners
witch: a woman who is thought to have magic powers, usually evil
phoenix: (in stories) a magic bird which can burn itself and be born again from the remaining powder