An American anthology police detective series utilizing multiple timelines in which investigations seem to unearth personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within or outside the law.
"True Detective" is a crime drama about two detectives, Rust Cohle and Marty Hart, investigating a strange murder in Louisiana. The story takes place over many years, as the detectives revisit the case and their relationship changes. You'll learn vocabulary related to crime, investigations, and the American South, like "detective," "evidence," "ritual," "coroner," and "bayou." The show also uses everyday language, which is good for practicing conversational English. This TV show explores complex themes like time, memory, and the nature of reality. The detectives experience a range of emotions, from frustration and anger to sadness and reflection. The dialogue is sometimes intense and philosophical, but other times it's casual and humorous. This variety of language and tone will help you understand different ways English is used in real-life situations. You'll also be exposed to different accents, as the characters come from different parts of the US. Learning English with "True Detective" can be helpful because it’s engaging and keeps you interested in the story. The subtitles can help you follow along and learn new words. By listening to the characters speak, you'll improve your pronunciation and comprehension. Discussing the plot and characters with other English learners can also be a great way to practice speaking and improve your fluency.
Here are the first 15 of the more difficult words in True Detective:
