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Hang Em High
Unique vocabulary and phrases by level
How difficult is Hang Em High in English?
Hang Em High: 70.9% A1–A2 vocabulary; 15.3% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary. Vocabulary size: 964.
Unique vocabulary
- For A2 learners: 22.7% of unique vocabulary is above A2 or marked rare. Expect substantial preparation; start with short scenes and English subtitles.
- For B1 learners: 15.3% of unique vocabulary is above B1 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
- For B2 learners: 12.0% of unique vocabulary is above B2 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
6.4% Unclassified. Unclassified vocabulary has no reliable level assignment.
Vocabulary weighted by word occurrences
92.6% A1–A2 vocabulary; 3.6% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary; 1.8% Unclassified.
This counts repeated eligible words. Phrases are excluded from this calculation to avoid counting their component words twice.
Recurring words and phrases to preview
- justice (B1): 11 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
Now, I like to see justice done, but I'm taking the saddle.
- sheriff (C1): 11 occurrences in available subtitles.
English meaning: A local law-enforcement official in some countries, especially the United States.
Subtitle example:
Sheriff! Sheriff Calhoun!
- territory (C1): 10 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
They're gonna hear about this, not just in the territories, but in Washington!
- jail (B1): 8 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
Now, if you'll put this man in jail, Sheriff,
- hanging (C1): 7 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
There'|| be no hanging here.
Compare with titles in similar genres
- The Cowboys: 15.3% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.0 percentage points more than Hang Em High).
- The Old Way: 15.3% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.0 percentage points more than Hang Em High).
- The Proposition: 15.5% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.2 percentage points more than Hang Em High).
These percentages describe vocabulary, not the proportion of dialogue you will understand. CEFR labels are estimates, not official film ratings. Accent, speed, songs, context, and your own vocabulary also affect comprehension. Repeated occurrences may include repeated dialogue or lyrics.
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