It is often said that spending too much time watching drama series on television is a waste of precious time. But watching great drama series can be a great way to master the English language. According to Edgar Dale’s Cone of Learning, 50% of what we see and hear is remembered. So what better way to learn new English language words by watching dramas!
Best of all, this learning method is not only effective; It is also a very fun and enjoyable event where you can get your family and friends involved!
Here are three drama series in English that I highly recommend.
Drama Series No. 1: Sherlock
Sherlock Holmes is a fictional private detective created by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle who first appeared in print in 1887. Sherlock and his assistant John Watson dedicated themselves to solving London’s most complex and intriguing criminal mysteries.
But in this drama series, the writers juxtapose these classics to 21st century London, thus creating a modern take on the original stories.
This is a wonderful show for several reasons. The show offers more than ample opportunities to master the proper pronunciation and enunciation of the heavily accented British language. To top it off, you can enjoy the classic British humor that frequently emerged from the dialogue, not to mention the captivating plots with twists and turns as the story unfolds.
Drama Series No. 2: House of Cards
Originally created in the UK for BBC television as a miniseries based on Michael Dobbs’ book, this brilliant Netflix original has captivated a huge following.
Frank Underwood (played by Kevin Spacey), a member of the Democratic Party, is ignored by a promotion to which he has dedicated his entire career. Seeking revenge, he devised a plan to climb straight to the top of the Washington DC political machine with his wife Claire (played by Robin Wright).
This is a great series to practice understanding American accents with lots of technical, business, and political vocabulary. After watching this one, you will surely have increased your knowledge of the English language and also enjoyed a fantastic series.
Conclution
Mastering the English language can be a fun-filled family affair in front of the television. But remember to take your notebook with you so that you can capture any new words or literary devices that come your way. You’ll be an English language superstar in no time!
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