Learn English with House

Dr. Gregory House, a drug-addicted, unconventional, misanthropic medical genius, leads a team of diagnosticians at the fictional Princeton–Plainsboro Teaching Hospital in New Jersey.

Why learn English with House?

"House M.D." is a medical drama about a brilliant but grumpy doctor, Dr. House, and his team. They solve mysterious illnesses by examining symptoms and using medical terms like "lesion," "diagnosis," "MRI," and "biopsy." Each episode is like a puzzle, where you learn about different diseases and medical procedures. The show also uses everyday language in conversations between doctors, patients, and their families, so you can learn how English is used in different situations. You'll hear expressions like "hoof beats" meaning the obvious and "zebra" referring to a rare diagnosis, also "get a history" meaning to find out about someone's medical past. "House M.D." explores themes of trust, ethics, and the challenges of communication. You'll see a range of emotions from fear and anger to hope and relief. The dialogue is quick and witty, with characters often using sarcasm and humor. The show also introduces legal and ethical dilemmas, so you might also encounter legal words like "sue" "tenure" "court order" and "waive liability". Paying attention to how characters express their feelings and opinions can help you learn how to communicate effectively in English. The varying formality of language used in the hospital environment will also expose you to different registers of English. Learning English with "House M.D." is useful for several reasons. The medical setting provides specialized vocabulary related to health and illness. The diverse cast and storylines offer opportunities to hear different accents and learn about American culture. Because it’s a dialogue-heavy show, it's great for improving your listening comprehension and expanding your vocabulary. The engaging stories will keep you motivated to learn, making the process more enjoyable. You'll also develop a better understanding of how English is used in professional contexts, particularly within the healthcare industry.

Words from House

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

brad: a thin nail with a small head and a flat tip
alarm: a loud sound or signal used to warn of danger, problems or to wake you up
ect: electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a medical treatment that uses brief electrical pulses to treat certain mental health conditions
pilot: a test of something on a small scale to see if it works properly
seizure: taking control of something using force or legal means
babble: to talk rapidly and unclearly, making it difficult to understand
deterioration: the act or process of becoming worse
cane: a long, thin stick made from plants like bamboo, used for furniture, supporting plants, helping people walk, or as punishment
cousin: a child of your uncle or aunt
diagnosis: identifying the specific cause of an illness or problem
renowned: famous and respected by many people
oncologist: a doctor who specializes in treating tumours in the body
lowly: low in importance or status
infectious: easily spread from one person to another, typically through air or water
hah: the sound of surprise, joy or discovery