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Miles Ahead
Unique vocabulary and phrases by level
How difficult is Miles Ahead in English?
Miles Ahead: 65.9% A1–A2 vocabulary; 14.4% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary. Vocabulary size: 1,185.
Unique vocabulary
- For A2 learners: 24.5% of unique vocabulary is above A2 or marked rare. Expect substantial preparation; start with short scenes and English subtitles.
- For B1 learners: 14.4% of unique vocabulary is above B1 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
- For B2 learners: 11.3% of unique vocabulary is above B2 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
9.6% Unclassified. Unclassified vocabulary has no reliable level assignment.
Vocabulary weighted by word occurrences
88.6% A1–A2 vocabulary; 3.2% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary; 5.5% 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
- playing (B1): 36 occurrences in available subtitles.
English meaning: Taking part in a game, performing music, or acting a role, depending on context.
Subtitle example:
(TRUMPET PLAYING)
- tape (C1): 24 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
We could talk a little shop. - (TAPE RECORDER CLICKS)
- junior (B1): 17 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
That's Junior.
- buddy (B1): 11 occurrences in available subtitles.
English meaning: An informal word for a friend or companion.
Subtitle example:
Buddy, we fool around in this neighborhood, we're going to get arrested.
- get in (B2): 9 occurrences in available subtitles.
English meaning: To enter a place or vehicle; in some contexts, to arrive.
Subtitle example:
MILES: Fuck you, Mack. Get in line.
Compare with titles in similar genres
- Bird: 14.3% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.1 percentage points less than Miles Ahead).
- Behind the Candelabra: 14.1% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.2 percentage points less than Miles Ahead).
- The Soloist: 14.8% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary (0.4 percentage points more than Miles Ahead).
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.
How we estimate vocabulary difficulty · Evidence generated: