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Roman J. Israel Esq
Unique vocabulary and phrases by level
How difficult is Roman J. Israel Esq in English?
Roman J. Israel Esq: 52.6% A1–A2 vocabulary; 19.8% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary. Vocabulary size: 1,859.
Unique vocabulary
- For A2 learners: 35.0% of unique vocabulary is above A2 or marked rare. Expect substantial preparation; start with short scenes and English subtitles.
- For B1 learners: 19.8% of unique vocabulary is above B1 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
- For B2 learners: 12.9% of unique vocabulary is above B2 or marked rare. Preview recurring words and use English subtitles.
12.4% Unclassified. Unclassified vocabulary has no reliable level assignment.
Vocabulary weighted by word occurrences
88.1% A1–A2 vocabulary; 4.7% B2, C1, and rare vocabulary; 3.1% 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
- attorney (B1): 16 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
I wanna institute the practice for all our attorneys.
- legal (B1): 15 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
...but he comes to me for legal guidance.
- playing (B1): 10 occurrences in available subtitles.
English meaning: Taking part in a game, performing music, or acting a role, depending on context.
Subtitle example:
( JAZZ MUSIC PLAYING )
- salinas (rare): 10 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
SALINAS : Yeah, George. - I want to bring someone in.
- firm (B2): 9 occurrences in available subtitles.
Subtitle example:
I could've joined one of the big firms like the rest of them and been seduced.
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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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