A2 Film
Toy Story
1995 · Pixar
12 key words from Toy Story, learn them before you watch for a much richer experience.
Word
Meaning
Example
jealousadj
unhappy because someone else has something you want
Woody is jealous of Buzz from the start.
loyaladj
always faithful and supportive
Woody is a loyal friend to Andy.
rescuev/n
to save someone from danger
They plan a rescue mission to save Woody.
abandonv
to leave someone behind
Andy doesn't want to abandon his toys.
pretendv
to act as if something is true
Buzz doesn't pretend, he really believes he's a Space Ranger.
worthlessadj
having no value
Woody feels worthless compared to Buzz.
missionn
an important task
Buzz is on a mission to defeat the Evil Emperor Zurg.
bullyn
someone who hurts or threatens weaker people
Sid is a bully who destroys toys for fun.
infinityn
endless space / no limits
'To infinity and beyond!' is Buzz's catchphrase.
clumsyadj
moving in an awkward, not graceful way
Buzz is clumsy at first when he arrives.
ownern
someone who possesses something
Andy is the toys' owner and they love him.
adventuren
an exciting or dangerous experience
The toys go on an adventure outside the house.
12 words · A2 · Film
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Study tip
Great film to watch twice, first with subtitles, then without. The story is simple enough to follow by ear.
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