Learn English with Smallville

The origins of the world’s greatest hero–from Krypton refugee Kal-el’s arrival on Earth through his tumultuous teen years to Clark Kent’s final steps toward embracing his destiny as the Man of Steel.

Why learn English with Smallville?

"Smallville" tells the story of a young Clark Kent growing up in Smallville, Kansas, before he becomes Superman. This episode focuses on Clark learning about his powers and the strange events happening in his town due to meteor rocks. You'll learn vocabulary related to high school, like "football," "cheerleading," "homecoming," and "tryouts." The show also uses words about feelings, like "scared," "proud," "stubborn," and "responsible," which can help you express yourself. You'll also encounter words related to secrets and mysteries, like "truth," "weird," "unexplained," and "destiny." "Smallville" explores themes of family, friendship, secrets, and discovering your identity. You'll see how Clark struggles with being different and keeping his powers secret, and how his relationships with his parents, friends, and Lana Lang are affected. The show uses a range of emotions, from fear and anger to love and happiness, which can help you understand and express these feelings in English. The dialogue is mostly everyday conversation, so you'll learn natural English expressions and how people talk in different situations, from casual chats to serious discussions. Watching "Smallville" can be a fun and engaging way to improve your English. The interesting story will keep you motivated, and the clear dialogue makes it easy to follow along. You'll learn new words and phrases in context, and you'll see how English is used in real-life situations. Plus, by following Clark's journey, you'll learn about American culture and high school life, which can be helpful if you plan to study or live in the US.

Words from Smallville

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

luxury: something expensive and enjoyable, but not essential
destiny: what will happen to someone in the future, especially things that cannot be avoided
abracadabra: a magic word used to make a trick successful
reclusive: enjoying being alone and avoiding social interactions
tiger: a large wild cat with orange fur and black stripes
orchid: a plant with unique and colourful flowers that come in many varieties, some of which are rare
tulip: a large, brightly coloured cup-shaped flower that grows on a tall stem during spring
uncomplicated: easy to understand or deal with
princess: a female person who is part of a royal family, especially a daughter of the king or queen
fairy: a small imaginary being with magical powers
fairy: a British brand of liquid soap that lasts longer than other brands, often used for washing dishes
homecoming: the return home after a long absence
aunt: a woman who is the sister of one's parent or married to one's parent's sibling
mommy: a word used by children to refer to their mother
daddy: often used by young children as a name for their father