Learn english with Grimm

After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.

Why learn english with Grimm?

"Grimm" tells exciting stories about a detective, Nick, who discovers he's a Grimm, a hunter of supernatural creatures. These creatures, called Wesen, hide among us in human form, but Nick can see their true monstrous faces. The show uses words like "Blutbad" (a wolf-like creature), "Hexenbiest" (a witch-like creature), and "Reapers" (Grimm hunters), introducing you to a fantastical vocabulary. Each episode presents a new mystery involving different Wesen, so you'll learn a lot of new words related to crime, investigation, and fantasy. The show explores themes of good versus evil, family loyalty, and the struggle between our human and animal natures. You'll experience a wide range of emotions, from fear and suspense to love and humor, as you follow Nick's journey. The language used is mostly everyday conversational English, but you'll also hear some formal language in police procedures and legal discussions. The dialogue is generally clear and easy to follow, making it good practice for listening comprehension. Because the show is dramatic, you can hear how emotions affect speech, like when characters shout in anger or whisper in fear. Learning English with "Grimm" can be both fun and educational. The engaging storylines will keep you motivated, and the variety of vocabulary and language styles will expand your English skills. The subtitles can help you understand unfamiliar words and phrases, and you can pause and rewind to practice pronunciation. By following the characters' conversations, you'll improve your listening comprehension and learn how to use English in different situations. Plus, you'll get to enjoy a thrilling show with exciting supernatural mysteries!

Words from Grimm

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

happily: in a way that shows or brings pleasure, willingly, or appropriately
detective: a police officer or person who investigates crimes and catches criminals
ruin: being very badly destroyed, damaged or without value
hiker: a person who enjoys taking long walks in the countryside
ravine: a deep, narrow valley with steep sides
wolf: a large wild animal of the dog family that lives and hunts in groups
cougar: a large American wild cat with yellow-brown or grey fur
creek: a narrow area of water or small river or stream
bobcat: a wild cat found in North America
ipod: a portable device that stores and plays media like music, videos, and games
predator: someone or something that takes advantage of those weaker than themselves
database: a collection of information stored in a computer that can be accessed and used in different ways
metro: a train system running underground in a city, especially Paris
airbag: a special bag in a car which fills with air during an accident to protect the people inside
jog: to run or exercise slowly and steadily