Learn English with Bones

Dr. Temperance Brennan and her colleagues at the Jeffersonian's Medico-Legal Lab assist Special Agent Seeley Booth with murder investigations when the remains are so badly decomposed, burned or destroyed that the standard identification methods are useless.

Why learn English with Bones?

"Bones" is a TV show about a brilliant scientist, Dr. Temperance Brennan, who helps the FBI solve crimes by studying bones. Each episode tells a different story about a mysterious death. As Dr. Brennan examines the bones, she discovers clues that help catch the killer. The show uses interesting vocabulary related to science and crime, like "forensic anthropologist," "sledgehammer," "particulates," and "crime scene." You'll also hear everyday language used in conversations between the characters. The show is good for learning how to describe people, places, and events. The show explores themes of justice, friendship, and the importance of teamwork. You'll see a range of emotions like sadness, anger, and happiness expressed by the characters. The language used is a mix of formal and informal English, so you can learn how people speak in different situations. For example, Dr. Brennan uses very precise and scientific language, while FBI Agent Booth uses more casual language. This contrast can help you understand the nuances of English conversation. The dialogues often involve explanations and reasoning, which is helpful for improving your comprehension and logical thinking skills. Learning English with "Bones" can be useful for several reasons. The exciting stories and interesting characters will keep you engaged and motivated. The clear and concise language used in the dialogues makes it easier to understand, even for learners. Because the show covers a range of topics, you can expand your vocabulary and improve your understanding of different aspects of American culture. Finally, the mix of scientific and everyday language will help you become more comfortable with different styles of English communication.

Words from Bones

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

arrival: the act of arriving somewhere
glitch: a small problem or fault that prevents something from working correctly
sweetie: used to speak to loved ones, like children, partners, or close friends
exhausted: very tired or completely used up
boob: a woman's breast
diving: the activity of going underwater, either with or without special breathing equipment
pit: a deep hole from which materials are extracted
cadaver: a dead human body
pete: a nickname for boys, short for Peter
homeland: the country where someone is born
misunderstanding: a failure to understand correctly
temperance: the practice of controlling your actions or desires so you are always reasonable, this might include not drinking alcohol due to moral or religious beliefs
genocide: the killing of many people from a specific country or group to wipe out their nation or group
sociopath: a person with a personality disorder who acts aggressively, violently, or unpleasantly towards others
anthropologist: a person who studies human societies and cultures, especially their origins and development