Learn English with Happy Feet
Learn English with Happy Feet
Into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing. But he can tap dance something fierce!
Why learn English with Happy Feet?
"Happy Feet" tells the story of Mumble, a penguin who can't sing the special "Heartsong" all penguins use to find their mates. Instead, he loves to tap dance! The movie follows Mumble as he tries to find his place in the world and understand why the fish are disappearing. While watching, you'll learn words related to penguins, like "flipper," "huddle," and "incubation," as well as more general vocabulary like "aberration," "bizarre," and "catastrophe." You'll also see how different emotions are expressed in English, such as "disapproving," "fervently," and "humiliating." This movie explores themes of acceptance, belonging, and environmental responsibility, all conveyed through a variety of language styles. You'll hear formal language from the penguin elders, informal slang from Mumble's friends, and even some romantic expressions between Mumble and Gloria. The movie also uses a lot of descriptive language to paint vivid pictures of the Antarctic world. Paying attention to how the characters speak and interact will help you learn about different tones of voice and how to express yourself in various situations. "Happy Feet" is a fun and engaging way to improve your English. The story is easy to follow, even for learners, and the music and dancing make it entertaining. The variety of accents and vocabulary used in the film will expose you to different ways English is spoken, helping you improve your listening comprehension and expand your vocabulary. Because it's a children's movie, the dialogue is generally clear and easy to understand, making it perfect for English language learners. Plus, you’ll learn about penguins and their fascinating world!
Words from Happy Feet
Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in Happy Feet:
- homeward: going or leading towards home
- darling: a person who is very much liked or loved
- lullaby: a soft, gentle song sung to help a baby fall asleep
- lonely: unhappy because you are alone or have no one to talk to
- hello: used to say hi to someone when you meet them, in emails or when answering the phone
- dusk: the time of day when the light fades but darkness has not yet arrived
- till: a short form of the word 'until'
- dawn: the time of day when it starts to get light in the sky
- pearl: a small, round, shiny object, usually white, that is valued as a jewel
- compatible: able to exist together without problems
- chick: a baby bird, especially a chicken
- dwell: to live in a particular place
- heartbreak: feeling extremely sad
- dad: a casual word for father
- fishing: the activity or job of catching fish
English words in a year
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