16:41 Learn English with Comic Strips—Garfield the Cat | |
If you want to master the English language, you need to fall in love with the culture. Whether it’s music, TV shows, movies, or comic strips, the more you can enjoy English media, the quicker you’re going to learn English. Join the RLE International Community Here at Real Life English, we believe language learning should be fun. It shouldn’t be a chore (something you feel obligated to do), it should be something you GET to do (as a privilege). What better way to enjoy learning the English language than to learn through comic strips like Garfield? For those who don’t know, Garfield is a lazy, lovable orange cat who has an obsession with eating, and a hatred for Mondays and diets. Why Garfield hates Mondays is a mystery because he is a cat, and therefore doesn’t work. Nevertheless, Garfield’s disdain for Mondays helps readers connect with him. The strip focuses mostly on the interactions and adventures (or lack thereof) of Garfield, Jon (his owner), and Odie (the dog), but there are other minor characters as well. Though it began as a comic strip, Garfield has also had two animated television series, two live-action films and three animated movies. One of the reasons the strip has become so popular is because of its lack of social or political commentary. It’s easy for anyone to enjoy. So without further ado (i.e. without anymore discussion), let’s have some fun learning English with Garfield! GarfieldBefore each comic, you see the title “Words to Know” which will include any words expressions you might have trouble with. Knowing these words beforehand will help you to better understand the jokes. Words to KnowFrankly—honestly Like this—here let me show you. Words to KnowCutting back—to lessen the amount. For example, I’m going to cut back on watching television. Words to KnowHand over—give me Man card—when someone acts way too much like a woman, you can jokingly ask for their man card, implying that they are no longer a man. (Note: a man card does not actually exist) Words to KnowI hear you—I agree with you Words to KnowLooking forward—excited for the future, anticipating a future event. Words to KnowWe’re out of—we have no more Appoint—assign a job Cut down—lessen the amount (same as cut back) Overreactive—responding more emotionally than is justified Words to KnowGet something over with—to quickly finish an unexciting activity. Words to KnowFrolic—to play/walk about happily and excitedly. Hang out—to stay and have fun Words to KnowClean slate—A chance for new opportunities, a fresh start. Words to KnowBreaking up—when you can’t hear someone on the phone because of bad service/reception Words to KnowFigure out—understand Pal—friend Words to KnowI stand corrected—what I just said was just proved to be wrong | |
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