English from movies
Short animated videos that compare three ways to say one thing. You hear each line in a real film scene. Then the episode page explains the tone of each line, gives example dialogues and ends with a short quiz.
Every episode page is free to read and watch.
91 episodes
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How to say "do me a favor" politely: 8 useful lines
Lines in this episode
- Could you do me a favor?
- Would you mind helping me down?
- If it's not too much trouble.
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How to say "I'm in a bad mood" politely: 8 natural English lines
Lines in this episode
- It's been one of those days.
- I'm having an off day.
- I'm having a rough day.
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How to say "we must win" in natural English: 8 useful lines
Lines in this episode
- It all comes down to this.
- The stakes are high.
- Everything is on the line here.
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In the same boat meaning: 8 lines for a shared problem
Lines in this episode
- Join the club.
- We're in the same boat.
- We're all in this together.
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How to say "I don't like this place" politely: 8 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- Not quite what I expected.
- It's not really my cup of tea.
- Shall we move on?
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Pull the plug and other ways to stop a project: 8 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- You need to call it off.
- Pull the plug.
- Shut it down.
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How to order and share dessert in English: 9 useful lines
Lines in this episode
- Be sure to save room for dessert.
- Just one bite.
- Let's share it then.
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Job interview English: 8 lines to practice before the big day
Lines in this episode
- Just take a deep breath.
- Tell me about yourself.
- What are your strengths?
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How to say "I agree" in English: 8 natural lines
Lines in this episode
- That's a fair point.
- I'm with you on that.
- I couldn't agree more.
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How to say "I already told you" politely: 9 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- But as I mentioned before.
- As we discussed.
- We went over this.
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8 polite ways to say "you're exaggerating" in English
Lines in this episode
- It's not quite that bad.
- Let's not get carried away.
- Let's keep things in perspective.
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Best of both worlds: 8 English lines for a good compromise
Lines in this episode
- It's the best of both worlds.
- They meet in the middle.
- Can't have your cake and eat it too.
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How to say "I can't help you" politely: 8 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- I wish I could help you.
- That's out of my hands.
- My hands are tied.
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How to say "I forgot what I was saying": 8 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- Where was I?
- I lost my train of thought.
- My mind went blank.
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How to introduce a friend in English: 9 natural lines
Lines in this episode
- Have you two met?
- Let me introduce you.
- Nice to finally meet you.
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How to say "Are you listening to me?" politely: 8 useful lines
Lines in this episode
- Does that make sense?
- Did you catch that?
- Are you with me?
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How to greet an old friend in English: 8 natural lines
Lines in this episode
- Long time no see!
- It's good to see you.
- How have you been?
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Speak of the devil: 8 things to say when someone arrives
Lines in this episode
- Look who it is.
- Speak of the devil.
- We were just talking about you.
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Kind ways to say "you look tired" at work: 8 lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- You had a long day.
- Get some rest.
- Do you need a break?
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What to say when a package arrives: 8 English lines from movies
Lines in this episode
- Is this for me?
- Sign right here.
- Handle with care.
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How to say food is really good: 8 lines like "That hits the spot"
Lines in this episode
- That hits the spot.
- It's to die for.
- It was out of this world.
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How smart people say "What do you mean"
Lines in this episode
- What do you have in mind?
- Could you clarify that?
- Help me understand.
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8 polite ways to say "That's enough" in English
Lines in this episode
- I'm good for now.
- That's plenty.
- Let's stop there.
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How to say "hurry up" politely: 9 lines from movies and daily life
Lines in this episode
- Whenever you're ready.
- We should get moving.
- We're running out of time.
