An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the apocalypse and a summer camp.
"American Horror Story" tells the story of the Harmon family who move into a mysterious old house in Los Angeles. The house has a dark past, with many strange and scary events having happened there. As you watch, you can learn new words related to houses ("basement," "fixtures," "wallpaper"), emotions ("terrified," "angry," "worried"), and relationships ("husband," "wife," "daughter"). You'll also hear everyday conversations about family, school, and work, which can help improve your understanding of common English expressions. The show explores themes of family, fear, and secrets. You'll see characters expressing a wide range of emotions, from love and happiness to anger and terror. The language used varies from casual conversations to more formal discussions, including therapy sessions. This variety of language and situations can help you learn how English is used in different contexts. You'll also hear different accents, which is helpful for understanding spoken English. Because the show is dramatic, the actors often speak clearly and with strong emotion, making it easier to understand what they're saying. Watching "American Horror Story" can be a fun and engaging way to improve your English skills. You’ll learn new vocabulary and grammar while being entertained by the thrilling storyline. The conversations and situations in the show are realistic, so you'll learn how people actually talk in everyday life. While the show is scary, the subtitles will help you understand what’s happening and learn new words and expressions. Just be careful, it might give you nightmares!
Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in American Horror Story:
