{"id":7605,"date":"2024-04-22T03:08:11","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T03:08:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/?p=7605"},"modified":"2024-12-11T08:37:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T08:37:31","slug":"learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn British Slang with the Harry Potter Series"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Who_is_Harry_Potter\" >Who is Harry Potter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#About_the_author\" >About the author<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Differences_from_the_American_English_version\" >Differences from the American English version<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Title\" >Title<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Terminology\" >Terminology<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#British_slang_found_in_Harry_Potter\" >British slang found in Harry Potter<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Bugger\" >Bugger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Bloody\" >Bloody<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Bloody_hell\" >Bloody hell!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Blooming\" >Blooming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Toss\" >Toss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Arse\" >Arse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Smart-arse\" >Smart-arse!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Daft\" >Daft<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Dodgy\" >Dodgy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Codger\" >Codger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Blighter\" >Blighter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Nutter\" >Nutter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#Snogging\" >Snogging<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/learn-british-slang-with-the-harry-potter-series\/#From_the_UK_to_the_world\" >From the UK to the world<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The <em>Harry Potter<\/em> series has become one of the biggest and most popular franchises in the world. Even if you've never read the novels or seen the films, you probably know something about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like other novels, the <em>Harry Potter<\/em> series can be educational in addition to being entertaining. Have you ever thought about how reading it can be useful for learning English?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we will introduce some slang that is unique to British English, the style of speaking used by the characters in the series. Whether or not you are familiar with the story, you are sure to learn something interesting and useful!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Harry_Potter\"><\/span><strong>Who is Harry Potter?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"A train crossing a long bridge\" class=\"wp-image-7609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083725\/pexels-gabriela-palai-507410-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Harry Potter is the name of the main character from a series of fantasy novels written by British author J.K. Rowling. The success of the books led to a series of films, which became big hits themselves and created young Hollywood stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The series, consisting of seven novels, follows the life and adventures of Potter, a young wizard, and his friends Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley. The story takes place primarily at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and the main story is about Harry's struggle against the dark wizard Lord Voldemort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The series explores themes as diverse as the fight between good and evil, the importance of friendship and love, and the nature of death. The series is loved around the world and has been a big part of pop culture ever since the release of the first book, <em>Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone<\/em>, published in 1997.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the films, the franchise has also produced theme parks, theater performances, <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/language-tips\/5-useful-english-expressions-from-video-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">video games<\/a> and many kinds of merchandise for everyone from children to adults. It has also had a big influence on literature; perhaps its most important effect is that it created a new generation of enthusiastic readers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_author\"><\/span><strong>About the author<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>J.K. Rowling, author of the series, is a British novelist who has been called one of the most famous and successful authors in modern literary history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally from Gloucestershire in southwest England, Rowling had an interesting and challenging life before becoming a writer. It is said she came up with the idea for the series in 1990 while on a delayed train traveling from Manchester to London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because Rowling herself is British, it is not surprising that British English is used in the text of the Harry Potter story. If you are mostly familiar with English from America or other parts of the world, reading or watching the series will give you a chance to get familiar with expressions that are unique to this particular dialect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differences_from_the_American_English_version\"><\/span><strong>Differences from the American English version<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up of a wizard holding a wand and old book\" class=\"wp-image-7610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083802\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8391282-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Title\"><\/span><strong>Title<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know the British and American versions of the <em>Harry Potter<\/em> novels are not exactly the same?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first major difference is in the title of the original novel itself! The British edition is called <em>Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone<\/em>, but the American edition is retitled <em>Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone<\/em>. But why?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the book was first published in the US, the American publisher Scholastic felt that \u201cphilosopher\u201d would not appeal to American children. A philosopher is a person who writes about or studies questions about existence, knowledge and thought. And a philosopher's stone refers to a legendary item used in a mystical kind of science called \"alchemy.\"&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, a \"sorcerer\" is another word for a wizard. Although it doesn't include as much of the original meaning, it is definitely simpler and clearer. Perhaps it\u2019s not difficult to see why the American publishers thought the new name would be better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is said that J.K. Rowling agreed to the change for the American edition. However, she later regretted the decision, saying that if she had more confidence at the time, she would have fought to keep the original name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Terminology\"><\/span><strong>Terminology<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the title, other changes were made due to differences in spelling between <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/study\/should-you-learn-british-english-or-american-english\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the US and the UK<\/a>; for example, words such as \u201ccolour\u201d and \u201cfavour\u201d in the original were changed to \u201ccolor\u201d and \u201cfavor\u201d to match the American spelling style. Similar changes were also made to dialogue and descriptions. Some examples of these changes can be seen below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>British version<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>American version<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>jumper<\/td><td>sweater<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>crisps<\/td><td>chips<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>sherbert lemon<\/td><td>lemon drop<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>treacle toffee<\/td><td>treacle fudge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>revision timetable<\/td><td>study schedule<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It's important to mention that these changes did not affect the main story or the characters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"British_slang_found_in_Harry_Potter\"><\/span><strong>British slang found in <em>Harry Potter<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Three young wizards pointing their magic wands at a container of green liquid\" class=\"wp-image-7611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083830\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-7978065-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let's move on to some slang expressions from the series that are common in British English. Keep in mind that <strong>these are all quite informal<\/strong>, so they should only be used in casual situations and with people you have a close relationship with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bugger\"><\/span><strong>Bugger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Its meaning and usage can change depending on the context and region. Some common usages are listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Oh bugger, I've forgotten my keys.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In this context, it expresses frustration or irritation over a small mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">You lucky bugger!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It is sometimes used as a light, friendly way to address a friend or acquaintance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Just bugger off and leave me alone!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In other words, \"Go away!\"<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">You silly bugger, you made the same mistake again!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here it is used as a friendly way to tease someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that the meaning of this word in the UK is different from that in North America, where it may be seen as a stronger insult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bloody\"><\/span><strong>Bloody<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This expression is often used by the character Ron Weasley. It\u2019s quite common in the UK and is often used for strong emotional emphasis. Although it was originally considered slightly rude, it is now used often in many modern contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">That bloody owl keeps screeching in my ear.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">It's bloody cold today!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bloody_hell\"><\/span><strong>Bloody hell!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman walking on a platform just after missing her train\" class=\"wp-image-7612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07083903\/chris-wade-4VZbyg4Y7yI-unsplash-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another expression often used by Ron. It expresses a wide range of emotions, including surprise, anger, disappointment and confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Bloody hell! I can't believe we missed the train.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blooming\"><\/span><strong>Blooming<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, \u201cblooming\u201d refers to the process of a plant growing and opening, but as British English slang, it is used as a politer version of \"bloody.\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like bloody, it adds emphasis, but in a calmer and less aggressive way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">I\u2019ve been waiting for this blooming bus for ages!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The emphasis here is on the speaker's annoyance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">He's a blooming good footballer, isn't he?<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In this example, however, it emphasizes the speaker's praise or admiration of an athlete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toss\"><\/span><strong>Toss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This slang is used in some parts of the UK and can have a dirty meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">I don't give a toss.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In other words, \u201cI don\u2019t care at all.\u201d It\u2019s used here to emphasize that the speaker has no interest or concern for something.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Look at that Gryffindor. What a tosser.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In this example, it\u2019s used in noun form in order to insult someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arse\"><\/span><strong>Arse<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the British version of the American English term \u201cass.\u201d Both can refer to someone\u2019s behind in a rude way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">He's been sitting on his arse all day doing nothing.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here it refers to someone who is lazy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can also be used as an insult, especially to describe someone as stupid, as in the following example:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Don't be such an arse!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart-arse\"><\/span><strong>Smart-arse<\/strong>!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A young wizard reading a spell book\" class=\"wp-image-7613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084011\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-8389774-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This expression is used to describe someone who <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/app\/words\/word\/boast\/zga0ELstQmCjlQAAAAAhMA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boasts<\/a> that he or she is smarter or better than others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be used, for example, when someone makes fun of another person or when referring to someone who shows off their knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Naff<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This term is used to say that something is outdated or of poor quality. For example, it can refer to old, out-of-fashion clothing or designs that are not stylish.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">That cloak looks naff.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daft\"><\/span><strong>Daft<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Calling a person \u201cdaft\u201d means that they are acting foolishly or in a way that does not make sense. Depending on the context, it can have a rude nuance, or it can be used in a friendly way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">I thought Ravenclaws weren't meant to be daft.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">This homework we've been set is just daft.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">My knee's going daft.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the final example, it\u2019s used by an older person to refer to a problem with their knee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dodgy\"><\/span><strong>Dodgy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a commonly used British expression that has a variety of meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can refer to a situation that seems strange or maybe even dangerous. For objects, it can mean that something is of low quality or is likely to break. And for people, it can mean that they are unreliable or cannot be trusted.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">I have to go meet someone in a dodgy part of town.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">I wouldn't eat that; it looks a bit dodgy.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Here, who's that dodgy guy over there?<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Prat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPrat\u201d is primarily used to refer to someone who is stupid or clumsy. However, it is sometimes used in a light, joking way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">What is that Hufflepuff doing? She looks like a total prat!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Below, it refers to the fact that a Hufflepuff student appears to be acting foolishly.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">You stupid prat, you left your toad in my bed!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Codger\"><\/span><strong>Codger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This term is generally used to refer to older men, but in the <em>Harry Potter<\/em> series, it can also refer to unpopular professors. 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It\u2019s often used for someone who is annoying or who causes trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">That nasty little blighter.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutter\"><\/span><strong>Nutter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In American English, someone who is \u201cnuts\u201d (adjective) acts very strangely or does dangerous and risky things. In British slang, however, that kind of person would be called a \u201cnutter\u201d (noun).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">What the hell is he doing? That nutter sent the bludger straight at my face!<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<p>*A bludger is one of the tools used in the fictional sport of Quidditch in the <em>Harry Potter<\/em> series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snogging\"><\/span><strong>Snogging<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A young couple snogging\" class=\"wp-image-7615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/12\/07084203\/pexels-alina-rossoshanska-16947682-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSnogging\u201d refers to intimate acts between romantic partners, such as kissing and touching. In American English, the same idea can be expressed as \u201cmaking out.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-sentences block-align-none\"><strong class=\"unified-sentences-title\">Ginny and Dean were snogging in the corner every time Harry entered the common room.<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_the_UK_to_the_world\"><\/span><strong>From the UK to the world<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are familiar with the <em>Harry Potter<\/em> series, you may be surprised to learn that so many expressions in it are slang unique to England.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When using them yourself, give special attention to the situation, your relationship with the person or people you are speaking with, and the tone of your voice. These expressions can be fun to use, but the context must be appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope this article has inspired you to try reading <em>Harry Potter<\/em> \u2014 or other novels \u2014 in English while paying close attention to the idioms and expressions you find. Novels and films can be fantastic study tools, so give it a try!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the way, here's another movie-related article that you may enjoy: <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/travel-fun\/10-inspirational-mcu-quotes-for-english-learners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 Inspirational MCU Quotes for English Learners<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Written by Amy, adapted by David<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Harry Potter series has become one of the biggest and most popular franchises in the world. Even if you've never read the novels or seen the films, you probably know something about it. 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