Everyone recommends to watch movies and films in English. Does it really work?
Does it still work if I don't understand what they tell in films? If I read the subtitles, I don't listen to speaking. And if I listen to speaking, I don't understand it. Should I go on and watch movies even if I don't understand them?
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i do think that watching movies with subtitles help to translate what is being said , you will also become familiar with the language as it comes up with each scene.
Oh sure it does! This is a so called passive way of learning, your brain absorbes the new information in a relaxed mode, at first you may feel like you have not learned much but all the time your brain was making connections. So weeks after watching film you will have eurica moments with some expressions and words. I highly recommend this method to everyone and I suggest that you do not try to stop and translate video all the time but actually enjoy the process, you will still remember and learn a lot.
if you watch movies with subtitles it will help you increase your vocabulary and make a correct sentence.
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Yes, they help a lot especially in pronunciation.
I think this is the best way to learn english if your hobby is watching movies.Honestly I learnt French from watching French movies so I think it will work out for you too darling.
No, doing anything without understanding is a bad idea unless you are just enjoying the process )) What goal do you set when you watch a movie? Watching films is a great way of building up your passive vocabulary, listening skills.
Yes it definitely works based on my personal experienced before I became a Teacher. Hope to help and educate more regardless of experiences, guidance is the key.
I do think that it does work. I myself do it occasionally. It gives me more motivation to learn further. It is a kind of recreation with learning simultaneously for me. I love to hit two birds with one stone :)
It does, actually. I’m a C2 level speaker, was taught through movies and shows since the age of five. My personal favorite was “The Grinch”.
If your a beginner it’s good you watch movies in your language with English subtitles under .This will help you familiarize yourself with English and get a mastery of the words.
Hi Khlebushek 😊 it depends on your English level. If you are a beginner you will need some guidance to choose the movies that match your level and are easy for you to learn from Here's a website I recommend for my students who need some guidance to benefit from watching movies. 👇 Take a look and explore. https://ejoy-english.com/en/
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