Learn English with Cobra Kai

This Karate Kid sequel series picks up 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament and finds Johnny Lawrence on the hunt for redemption by reopening the infamous Cobra Kai karate dojo. This reignites his old rivalry with the successful Daniel LaRusso, who has been working to maintain the balance in his life without mentor Mr. Miyagi.

Why learn English with Cobra Kai?

"Cobra Kai" tells the story of Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso, rivals from the movie "Karate Kid," now adults. Johnny reopens the Cobra Kai karate dojo, teaching a new generation of students to "strike first, strike hard, no mercy." Daniel, concerned about Cobra Kai's aggressive philosophy, becomes a mentor to a bullied boy, Miguel. The show explores themes of rivalry, bullying, and second chances. You can learn vocabulary related to karate, like "dojo," "sensei," "gi," and different types of kicks and strikes. You'll also hear everyday language used in school, at home, and in social situations. The show portrays a range of emotions, from anger and frustration to friendship and loyalty. The characters often express these feelings in direct and sometimes intense language. This can help you learn how to express your own emotions in English, as well as how to understand the emotions of others. You will encounter different styles of speaking, from casual teenage slang to more formal adult conversations, expanding your understanding of English usage. "Cobra Kai" also uses idioms like "kick the competition" and "water under the bridge", which will enrich your vocabulary. "Cobra Kai" is a useful tool for English language learners because it offers engaging storylines with relatable characters and situations. The dialogue is clear and easy to follow, even with some slang and idioms. By watching the show with subtitles, you can improve your listening comprehension, reading skills, and expand your vocabulary. The show's popularity and cultural relevance also provide opportunities for conversation and connection with other English speakers.

Words from Cobra Kai

Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in Cobra Kai:

gentleman: a polite and educated man with good manners who always behaves well
folk: traditional to the people of a country or community, especially those in the countryside
kneel: to go down on one or both knees, sometimes as a sign of respect to someone else
puff: breathing in and blowing out quickly or in small amounts
sensei: a teacher of martial arts (traditional Japanese or Chinese fighting or self-defense techniques)
mercy: being kind and forgiving to someone you could punish
whoever: any person who
immigrant: a person who moves to a different country to live there permanently
riverside: the land on both sides of a river
bin: a container that is often used to put waste in
shithole: a very dirty or unpleasant place
fountain: a stream of water forced into the air through a small opening, often used for decoration
piss: releasing urine from the body
yeow: used to show sudden pain
dime: a coin worth ten cents used in the US and Canada