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BY DAVID YATES
Written By:
YOVITA DEVI
07100030
YOGYAKARTA
2010
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APPROVAL
FOUND IN
BY DAVID YATES
Written By:
YOVITA DEVI
07100030
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RATIFICATION
On
Day : Saturday
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MOTTO
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DEDICATION
My brother, my sister
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First of all, the writer would like to thank Allah SWT for the blessing and mercy
given to the writer during her study in writing this final paper, entitled ‘THE USE OF
Then, the writer would like to express her gratitude to Mr. Catur Wiranto, S.Pd
and Mrs. Dra. Rina Noviari MM who have helped and guided her to write this paper.
Without their deep involvement and advice, this paper would not have been finished.
The writer would also like to express her gratitude to Mr. Nyoman Hedi
Academy. She also dedicates her sincere appreciation to all of the lecturers and staffs
of the English Department for their support and guidance during her study.
The writer would also like to express her thank to the writer’s parents for
providing her with their constant support, understanding attitude, care and patience
that can never be repaid. The writer also owes her special and deepest thanks to her
best friends and a special boy for their immense help, affection and moral support.
The writer realizes that this paper is still far from of being perfect, so any
The writer
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE............................................................................................................. i
APPROVAL .................................................................................................. ii
MOTTO.......................................................................................................... iv
DEDICATION................................................................................................ v
ACKNOWLEDMENT.................................................................................... vi
CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION
E. Objectives ........................................................................................ 5
F. Significances ..................................................................................... 5
A. Idioms ............................................................................................ 6
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CHAPTER III: FINDINGS
A. The Summary of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s Movie ..... 14
B. The Application of the Idioms Occur in Harry Potter and the Half
A. Conclusion ......................................................................................... 67
B. Suggestion.......................................................................................... 70
REFERENCES ................................................................................................ 72
APPENDICES
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CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
In learning English, learners learn to know the meaning of English words; either
the words are in single word or in a group. They usually open up the dictionary to
find the meaning of words. Yet, in English, there are words that can’t be found in the
dictionary, and there are phrases or sentences that can’t be explained in grammar
is an expression not readily analyzable from its grammatical construction or from the
meaning of its component parts. It is the part of the distinctive form or construction of
a particular language that has a specific form or style present only in that language.
While, Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary states that idiom is the kind of
Furthermore, idioms, as linguistic feature, present some of the most difficult materials
language. The meaning of many idioms often does not correspond to idiom's
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In some senses, idioms are the reflection of the environment, life, and historical
culture of the native speakers and are closely associated with their innermost spirit
and feelings. They are commonly used in all types of language, informal and formal,
language requires understanding of its idioms and the tactics for idiom translation.
(www.ccsenet.org/journal.htm)
The writer chooses Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s movie to analyze
idioms that may occur. The writer chooses movie because English movie is one of the
effective media to understand English. The writer chooses Harry Potter and the Half
Blood Prince’s movie this movie is a popular movie. It is on the 4th (forth) rank of All
movie. The writer chooses this movie because there are many idioms that occur in
this movie. Moreover, the idioms that are spoken are often used by teenagers, so the
idioms will be suitable to learn by students. All in all, the writer decides to write a
paper entitled The Use of Idioms Found in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s
The analysis of this paper is limited on the idioms which are in the form of
phrase. The analysis will be conducted towards the dialogues of the movie.
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In this paper, the writer will analyze the idioms in Harry Potter and the Half
Blood Prince’s movie. The central problems to be analyzed in this paper are:
1. How far are idioms used in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s movie?
2. What are the forms of idioms in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s
movie?
3. What are the meanings of idioms that occur in Harry Potter and the Half
1. Library Study
The writer reads and collects the reference books and articles which deal with
idioms as the subject of the paper. She collects the theories about idioms then
she searches the dictionaries of idioms. She uses three idiom dictionaries to
do the analysis of meaning. Then she searches the movie which will be
analyzed. She decides to use Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s movie
to be analyzed because this movie has many idioms. Then, to help her
understanding the movie, she searches the written script of Harry Potter and
2. Observation
The writer watches Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s movie to
understand the story and to match the written script with the real dialogues of
the movie. She fixes the written script based on the real dialogue on the
movie. Afterwards, she writes down sentences which use idioms from the
3. Application
The writer analyzes the meanings of idioms based on the idioms dictionaries
and decides the exact meaning of each idiom based on the context of the
sentence and the story of the movie. Then, she uses the theories of idioms
from the reference books and articles to analyze the form of idioms.
4. Conclusion
The writer makes conclusion after she analyzes the application of idioms in
the written script. Then, she makes suggestions for readers based on her
E. Objectives
1. To find out the number and forms of idioms that are used in Harry Potter and
2. To find out the meaning of idioms that are used in Harry Potter and the Half
F. Significances
that learning English can be done by watching movie and other fun activities. The
paper is also expected to give advantage for English movie’s viewers to understand
the idioms that may occur in a movie, not only in Harry Potter and the Half Blood
Prince’s movie. Besides, this can also be used in the English class, especially in
For other writers who are interested in analizing idioms, the paper can be a
reference.
CHAPTER II
This paper discusses idioms. To have a clear description of the aspects of idiom,
A. Idioms
through knowledge of the individual meanings of the constituent words but must be
learnt as a whole.
‘arrive’), break even (meaning ‘make neither a profit nor a loss’) or a can of worms
meaning is different from the meanings of the separate words in the expression.
Expression like this called idioms. Idioms are usually special to one language and
Douglas Biber, Susan Conrad, Geoffrey Leech, (2002;18) stated that an idiom,
like many compounds, is a multi-word unit with a meaning that cannot be predicted
from the meanings of its constituent words. A typical example is a verb expression
like fall in love or make up (one’s) mind. However, the boundary between idioms and
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Three definitions of idiom have been written above, but basically they contain a
B. Forms of Idioms
From the definition above we know that in fact the forms of idioms can be two:
sentence or phrase.
Before going on, to know more clearly about the theory of sentence and phrase,
the writer discusses the scientific definitions of sentence and phrase as follows:
with its own subject and predicate, especially one doing the work of a noun,
adjective or adverb.
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The writer syntezises that a sentence at least has to have a subject and
1) Subject : My mother
2) Predicate : gives
Geoffrey Leech (2001;289) states that in English phrases, there is usually one
word which is the main word in the phrase and we can add one or more
modifiers to this to specify its meaning more exactly. The main word is called
a head word. The names of the phrases based on the kind of the head word in
the phrase.
Douglas Biber (2002;38) states that a phrase may consist of a single word or a
one expression with another, to see how it fits into the structure. In particular,
changing the basic meaning. Douglas (2002;39) writes down the example of
Clause
Prep.
phrase
Noun
phrase
From the explanation above, the writer syntezise that a phrase is made from a
word or a group of words, which behaves like units : subject, verb, predicate,
Now, the writer will give examples of idioms used both as a phrase and a
sentence.
a) Idiom as a sentence:
• Subject: A chain
• Predicate: is
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This idiom means that processes, organizations, etc, are vulnerable because
b) Idiom as a phrase:
someone.
In this paper, the writer limits the discussion on idioms as phrases, so the writer
Douglas Biber, Susan Conrad, Geoffrey Leech, (2002;18) defines that the
boundary between idioms and freely chosen combinations is not always clear.
Verbs are an important classes of idioms. Moreover, Dr Tan Cheng Lim PhD
(2004: Preface) purposes english idioms takes different forms and are unclear in
a) Phrasal Verbs
b) Prepositional Phrases
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f) Idiomatic pairs
Based on the explanation above and the writer’s library study process, she
syntezises that there is no exact structure or syntax of English idioms. So, the
writer combines the two statement above to analyze idioms which will be found
on the script. In the result, there are 7 (seven) forms of idioms which will be
a) Phrasal Verbs
VERB + ADVERB. The two words form an idiom. It is called a phrasal verb
Such phrasal verbs are the main way new verbs enter the English language.
They usually begin in casual speech where they become part of our everyday
(www.uhv.edu/ac)
Most of the adverbs in phrasal verbs are related to prepositions, so they are
form phrasal verbs are: about, around, on, up, in, over, etc.
b) Phrasal-Prepositional Verbs
Verbs are partly phrasal verbs and partly prepositional verbs. Like phrasal
verbs (e. g take off), they have an adverb following the verb. Like
prepositional verbs (e. g looks at), they have a preposition following the verb.
change the meaning of the verb and the purpose of the preposition is to link
c) Prepositional Phrase
noun phrase).
For example:
For example:
(2). A blessing disguise means something that turns out to be fortunate and
For example:
(2). Wishful thinking means believing that something is true or that something
will happen just because one wishes that it were true or would happen.
g) Idiomatic pairs
For example:
FINDINGS
A. The Summary of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s Movie
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is Harry Potter’s sixth movie. From its
previous movies, it was told that Harry Potter is an orphan boy. Since child, he lives with
his aunt, uncle and his cousin. They don’t treat him well. When he grew up, someone
which is mysterious came and told him that he has a magic skill. Then, he spends his live
in a magic school, Hogwarts. He has two best friends, Hermione and Ron. He has a big
enemy, the greatest evil wizard in the wizard world, Voldemort, known as You-Know-
Who or the Dark Lord. Year by year, Harry, Hermione and Ron, helped by his
On his sixth year in Hogwarts, Harry starts his journey with Dumbledore to persuade
Professor Horace Slughorn to return teaching. Then, he comes to Ron’s house. They buy
school equipment and visit Fred and George’s new shop. They meet Draco and his
mother who walk on the dark alley suspiciously. At Hogwarts, Slughorn becomes the
Potions teacher. Harry and Ron are able to enroll in his class, and Harry borrows a special
book that makes him winning a vial of Felix Felicis, a luck potion. The book formerly
Harry becomes suspicious of his rival Draco Malfoy, and when Katie Bell is almost
killed while attempting to deliver a cursed necklace under the influence of the Imperius
Curse. Then, after winning Quidditch Cup, Ron dates with Lavender Brown, creating a
divide between him and Hermione. This rift is only mended when he accidentally
consumes a love potion and then poisoned mead which almost kills him.
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Dumbledore tells Harry to use his Pensieve to show him memories of Voldemort's
past. Dumbledore asks Harry to retrieve a key memory from Slughorn regarding
Slughorn's conversation with a young Tom Riddle. Harry uses some of his Felix Felicis
The memories reveal that Voldemort splintered his soul into six fragments attached to
objects called Horcruxes, while leaving a seventh piece in his body, in order to achieve
immortality. Two Horcruxes have been destroyed - Tom Riddle's diary, by Harry in the
Chamber of Secrets four years earlier, and Marvolo Gaunt's ring, by Dumbledore.
Dumbledore locates another Horcrux and asks Harry to accompany him to destroy it.
They travel to a cave and retrieve a locket, but Dumbledore is weakened after drinking a
potion to obtain the Horcrux. They successfully back to the school. Dumbledore are
confronted at the top the tower by Draco Malfoy. Draco admits that he was behind two
attacks on Hogwarts students, with both objects intended for Dumbledore, whom
Voldemort had ordered Draco to kill. At the end, Snape kills Dumbledore. Harry is angry,
run after Snape, who reveals that he is the Half-Blood Prince then disapparates with
Harry recovers the locket from Dumbledore's body, only to discover it is a fake left
by someone with the initials R. A. B., who stole the real Horcrux and left a note about his
opposition to Voldemort. The school year ends with Dumbledore's death. Harry vows to
B. The Analysis of the Idioms Found in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince’s
Script
Waitress : Eleven. That’s when I get off. You can tell me all about that tosser
Harry Potter.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 94) stated that get off has three meanings: go down (out from
Richard (2000; 139) stated that get off has three meanings: to escape or avoid
Harold (1973; 55) stated that get off means: leave or alight from a vehicle or
According to the story, the waitress is working and tells Harry that he can see
her after she gets off at eleven. So, get off means to leave (from her place of
work).
b. Form
Get = verb
Off = adverb
Get off is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Slughorn: “It’s all in the upholstery. I came by the stuffing naturally. What gave
me away?
a. Meaning:
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specific carrier, such as a plane, a boat, or a car, and to find or get something.
Harold (1973; 26) stated that come by means: get or acquire and pass by or
approach.
magic. Dumbledore praised him and said that it was a convincing armchair.
Then, Slughorn said the sentence above. So, come by means get something.
b. Form
Come = verb
By = adverb
Slughorn: “It’s all in the upholstery. I came by the stuffing naturally. What gave
me away?
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 99) stated that give away has two meanings: hand over, and to
Harold (1973; 57) stated that give away means: give to another, reveal
According to the story, Slughorn turned his body into an armchair then
Dumbledore succeed to find him. Then Slughorn was curious and asked the
questions above. So, give away in this context means reveal something hidden.
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b. Form
Give = verb
Away = adverb
Give away has a form of phrasal verbs because it is formed by Verb + Adverb.
Dumbledore: Well, I think it should be put back in order for them, don't you,
mind?
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 123) stated that put back means return. According to the story,
Dumbledure, Dumbledore saw the house was in a mess then he said the
sentence above. So, put back means return (the furniture that are scattered to
be in order).
b. Form:
Put = verb
Back = adverb
Put back has a form of phrasal verb because it consists of Verb + Adverb.
Slughorn: You look very like your father. Except for your eyes. You’ve got..
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 253) stated that look like has one meaning: to give the
Based on the story, Slughorn observed Harry’s face and said that Harry looks
b. Form:
Look = verb
Like = adjective
Look like has a form of idiom with verb (look) as keyword because it is formed
by Verb + Adjective.
Slughorn: Ah yes. Regulus Black. You no doubt know of his older brother Sirius.
Died a few weeks ago. I taught the whole Black family except Sirius. Shame.
Talented boy. I got Regulus when he came along, of course, but I'd have liked the
set.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 45) stated that come along has one meaning. It means get better.
Harold (1973; 26) stated that come along means: accompany, and succeed or
get along.
According to the story, Slughorn has taught the Black family and he taught
Regulus Black when Regulus came along. So, come along means get along or
make progress. It means Slughorn taught and closed to Regulus when he made
b. Form:
Come = verb
Along = adverb
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Dumbledore: I think I know a lost cause when I see one. Regrettable. I would
Horace. You are, like my friend Mr. Potter -- one of a kind. Bye bye Horace!
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 255) stated that a lost cause has one meaning. It means a futile
Harold (1973; 90) stated that a lost cause means a movement which has failed
Slughorn refused it. Then Dumbledore said the sentence above. So a lost cause
b. Form:
A = article
Lost = adjective
Cause = noun
Ron: Anyway, Dad stepped in, told her she was being barmy. Took a day or two,
a. Meaning:
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Joseph (2003; 267) stated that step in has two meanings: to enter (a room) and
intervene.
According to the story, Ron’s mother avoids him to back to Hogwarts but his
father tells her to not being barmy (unreasonable). So, step in means intervene.
b. Form:
Step = verb
In = adverb
Ron: Anyway, Dad stepped in, told her she was being barmy. Took a day or two,
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 319) stated that come around has two meanings: change the
Richard (2000; 72) stated that come (a)round has two meanings: finally to
Harold (1973; 26) stated that come around means: agree, revive and visit.
According to the story, Ron’s mother was told by Ron’s father that she was
wrong. Then she came round with Ron’s father’s opinion. So, come round
b. Form:
Come = verb
Around = adverb
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Come around has a form of phrasal verb because it consists of Verb + Adverb.
Snape: If the Dark Lord has forbidden it, ought not to speak. Put it down, Bella.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 230) stated that put down has four meanings: quell or break,
Richard (2000; 328) stated that put (something) down has five meanings: to
Harold (1973; 123) stated that put down means: cease to hold or place down
From the story, Snape said something to Cissy then he saw Bella touched
something and Snape asked her to put it down. So, put down means to place
b. Form:
Put = verb
Down = adverb
Put down consists of Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 279) stated that take out has two meanings: asked (something) to
Harold (1973; 166) stated that take out means: accompany or escort, remove or
extract from a pocket, purchase or contract for and vent one’s feeling upon or
According to the story, Snape asked Bella to take out her wand. Then, she toke
her wand from her pocket. So, it is clear that take out means extract
b. Form:
Take = verb
Out = adverb
Take out has a form of phrasal verb because it is formed by Verb + Adverb.
Bellatrix: Will you, Severus Snape, watch over Draco Malfoy as he attempts to
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 429) stated that watch over has one meaning. It means to
Harold (1973; 181) stated that watch over means take care of or guard.
According to the story, Snape was asked to promise that he would watch over
Draco as long as he completed the task given by The Dark Lord because it was
b. Form:
Watch = verb
Over = adverb
Watch over consists of Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Bellatrix: And should it prove necessary, if it seems Draco will fail... will you
yourself carry out the deed that the Dark Lord has ordered Draco to perform?
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 62) stated that carry out has one meaning. It means to perform
a task or an assignment.
Harold (1973; 21) stated that carry out means perform or complete an assigned
task.
According to the story, Snape had to promise that he would guard Draco and if
Draco failed, he had to carry out the deed that had been ordered by Dark Lord
b. Form:
Carry = verb
Out = adverb
Carry out consists of Verb + Adverb. So, it has a form of phrasal verb.
a. Meaning:
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Joseph (2003; 268) stated that step up has four meanings: go up, show,
Richard (2000; 379) stated that step up has one meaning. It means to move
According to the story, Fred and George asked the customers of their crowded
store to step up because there were more customers which were coming. So,
b. Form:
Step = verb
Up = adverb
Hermione: How is it Fred and George are doing it? Half the alley's closed down.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 43) stated that close down means close (store or business)
Richard (2000; 70) stated that close down has one meaning. It means to make
According to the story, Hermione was in a market and she saw the stores are
closed down. So, close down means to make something stop operating or out of
business.
b. Form:
Close = verb
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Down = adverb
Close down is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it has a form of phrasal verb.
Pansy: Relax, boys. The lights went out is all. Come, Draco. We'll be at Hogwarts
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 60) stated that go out means: stop burning or giving off light,
pass out of date or style, accompany or go out in the company of, leave.
According to the story, they were in the train and the room suddenly became
dark. Then, Pansy said the sentence. Moreover, the object of the verb went out
b. Form:
Go = verb
Out = adverb
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 105) stated that go on has five meanings: happen, nearly, keep
Richard (2000; 163) stated that go on has one meaning, it means stop saying
those things, not so or I don’t believe you. (Also literal, meaning “to continue.”
Always as a command.)
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Harold (1973; 60) stated that go on means continue, proceed, continue walking
Based on the story, Draco asked his friends to go on then his friends left him
behind. So, go on means continue walking and according to the movie, the
b. Form:
Go = verb
On = adverb
Draco: Oh, right, she was dead before you could wipe the drool off your chin.
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 435) stated that wipe (something) off means: to remove
According to the story, Harry was mocked by Draco about Harry’s mother
death when he was child. Moreover, on the sentence above, the object of verb
wipe off is the drool and the adverb of place is your chin. So, it is clear that
wiping.
b. Form:
Wipe = verb
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Off = adverb
Wipe off has a form of phrasal verb because it is formed by Verb + Adverb.
Luna: Would you like me to fix it? Personally I think you look a bit more devil-
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 58) stated that devil-may-care has one meaning, it means not
care.
Richard (2000; 88) stated that devil-may-care (attitude) means a very casual
According to the story, Luna saw Harry looked messy and his nose covered by
blood. So, Luna said Harry looked a bit more devil-may-care because Harry
didn’t care about his condition. So, devil-may-care means carefree attitude.
b. Form:
Devil = noun
May = modal
Care = verb
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 322) stated that give it a go has one meaning. It means try.
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Based on the story, Harry was offered by Luna to fix his condition then he
b. Form:
Give = verb
It = pronoun
A = article
Go = noun
Dumbledore: Today, of course, the world knows him by another name. Which is
why, as I stand looking out upon you all tonight, I am reminded of a sobering fact.
Every day, every hour, this very minute perhaps, dark forces attempt to penetrate
this castle’s wall. But in the end, their greatest weapon is... you.
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 253) stated that look out has three meanings: (with someone) to
watch over and care for someone, to be on guard for someone or something or
Harold (1973; 89) stated that look out means be careful or watch.
According to the context, Dumbledore stood in front of the students. So, look
b. Form:
Look = verb
Out = adverb
Look out has a form of phrasal verb because it consists of Verb + Adverb.
Dumbledore: Just something to keep in mind. Now, off to bed. Pip pip!
a. Meaning:
Based on the story, Dumbledore gave an advice to the students and he said
keep in mind on the end of his advice. So, keep in mind means remember.
b. Form:
Keep = verb
In = preposition
Mind = noun
Ron: But I don't want to take Potions! This is Quidditch trials coming up. I need
to practice.
a. Meaning:
Based on the story, Ron was forced to follow Dr. Slughorn’s class and he said
that Quidditch trial’s coming up and he needs practice as an excuse to miss the
b. Form:
Come = verb
Up = adverb
Slughorn: Yes, Miss Granger. Desperately tricky to make. Disastrous should you
get it wrong. One sip and you will find that all your endeavors succeed... at least
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 306) stated that wear off has two meanings: disappear gradually
Richard (2000; 430) stated that wear off means to become less and to stop
Harold (1973; 182) stated that wear off means pass off and disappear
gradually.
when they use it. It is very powerful potion but he said until the effect wears
b. Form:
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Wear = verb
Wear off is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Slughorn: I should point out, however, only once did a student manage to brew a
potion of sufficient quality to claim this prize. Nevertheless, good luck to you all.
a. Meaning:
the dialogue above after the phrase of point out. So, point out means to show
b. Form:
Point = verb
Out = adverb
Adverb.
Dumbledore: I think there is something trying to get out of your wardrobe, Tom.
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 56) stated that get out of means: avoid and extract from or gain
from.
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Based on the story, Dumbledore showed his magic power to Tom by burned
Tom’s wardrobe. Then, he said the sentence above to forced Tom to show him
Tom’s secret box. According to Harold definition, get out of means extract
from. Moreover, Hornby (1974; 302) defined that extract means take or get out
(usually with effort or by force). So, in other words, get out of in this context
b. Form:
Get = verb
Out = adverb
Of = prepositional
of phrasal-prepositional verb.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 106) stated that go out for means following the test to become a
Harold (1973; 60) stated that go out for means: strive for, seek to gain or enter
into.
Based on the story, Cormac and Ron competed to be the best Keeper on the
Quiditch team. Then, Cormac said to Ron that he will be going out for the
position of a Keeper on the team. So, go out for means seek to gain.
b. Form:
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Go = verb
Out = adverb
For = prepositional
phrasal-prepositional verb.
Hermione: I'd like to know just whose book that was. Let's take a look, shall we?
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 389) stated that take a look means to examine (briefly) someone
or something.
According to the story, Hermione was curious about Harry’s book and she
wanted to take a look the book to know whose book it is. So, it is clear that
b. Form:
Take = verb
A = article
Look = noun
Hermione: For weeks you carry around this book, practically sleep with it... and
you have no desire to find out who The Half-Blood Prince is?
a. Meaning:
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Richard (2000; 116) stated that find (someone or something) out has two
Harold (1973; 49) stated that find out means discover or learn.
According to the story, Hermione wondered Harry didn’t want to know who is
The Half Blood Prince. So, find out means to discover facts about someone.
b. Form:
Find = verb
Out = adverb
Find out is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Harry: I didn't say I wasn't curious. And, by the way, I don't sleep with it.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 34) stated that by the way means in addition (an expression).
Richard (2000; 58) stated that by the way means incidentally, in addition or
According to the story, Harry’s friends accused him that he wasn’t curious and
he slept with the book for weeks. Then Harry denied those two accusations. So,
b. Form:
By = preposition
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The = article
Hermione: So? What if she looked over here and saw you snogging me? Would
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 253) stated that look (someone or something) over means to
According to the story, Ron’s said something about his sister who sat on the
corner of the café then Hermione replied by saying that if Ron’s sister look
over here. Here means Hermione, Ron and Harry who sat near Ron’s sister. So,
b. Form:
Look = verb
Over = adverb
Look over has a form of phrasal verb because it is formed by Verb + Adverb.
Hermione: So? What if she looked over here and saw you snogging me? Would
a. Meaning:
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Joseph (2003; 98) stated that get up has two meanings: wake up or stand (from
the seat)
Harold (1973; 57) stated that get up means: arise from a bed, chair, etc, or
organize, plan.
According to the story, they talked about Ron’s sister who is in the bar and was
sitting near them. The object her on the sentence above means Ron’s sister. So,
b. Form:
Get = verb
Up =adverb
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 136) stated that get back (at someone) means someone to repay
Harold (1973; 55) stated that get back means return or receive back.
According to the story, Hagrid saw the students come near to a student who
was unconscious because she was cursed. Then, Hagrid asked them to get back
because he realized that it was a dangerous matter. So, get back means return.
b. Form:
Get = verb
Back = adverb
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Get back has a form of phrasal verb because it consists of Verb + Adverb.
Ron: Yeah, well, he was running his hands all over my sister, wasn't he?
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 135) stated that run over has three meanings: knock down and
exceed.
A S Hornby (1974; 747) stated that run over means (of a vessel or its contents)
overflow.
According to the context, Hornby stated that run over means overflow and
Harold stated that run over means knock down. Whereas, knock down means
overwhelming. Two definitions above are close in meaning. But, the movie
shows a boy embrace Ron’s sister. In addition, the object of run over on the
dialogue is his hands. So, the writer synthesizes that run over means
who puts his hands on the someone else’s body and moves it throughout it.
b. Form:
Run = verb
Over = adverb
Run over is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Marcus: Don’t know. He and my dad don't get on. Probably because Dad thinks
potions are rubbish. Says the only potion worth having is a stiff one at the end of
the day.
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 142) stated that get on (someone) means to pester someone
Harold (1973; 56) stated that get on means: board or enter a vehicle, progress
Based on the story, Slughorn asked Marcus about the relationship between
Marcus’s uncle and dad. Moreover, according to the context, the subjects of the
verb get on are two people. So, the most correct definition about get on is live
b. Form:
Get = verb
On = adverb
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 46) stated that come in means become the winner.
Harold (1973; 27) stated that come in means: begin, enter, share and
participate.
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According to the story, Miss Weasley came late to the dinner and Slughorn
asked her to come in. Then she entered the room. So, come in means enter.
b. Form:
Come = verb
In = adverb
Slughorn: No matter. You'll be just in time for dessert. That is if Belby leaves
you any.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 150) stated that in time has three meanings: right time, in due
Richard (2000; 221) stated that in time has three meanings: in a normal or
According to the story, Miss Weasley came late to the dinner and she came
after the desserts were served and right before the desserts time was over. So,
b. Form:
In = preposition
Time = noun
Noun.
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a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 50) stated that count on has two meanings: to rely, to expect.
Richard (2000; 79) stated that count on (someone or something) means to rely
on someone or something.
According to the story, Ron would play on the Quidditch match and Seamus
came to tell Ron that he bet for the winning of Ron’s team, Gryffindor and
Seamus count on Ron to win the game. So, count on means to rely on someone.
b. Form:
Count = verb
On = adverb
Adverb.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 122) stated that have it has five meanings: to know or hear,
According to the story, Ron decided that he would resign from the team then
Harry replied it. So, have it means to choose (anything that Ron has been
decided)
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b. Form:
Have = verb
It = pronoun
Have it has a form of idiom with verb (have) as keyword because it is formed
by Verb + Pronoun.
Luna: Is that why you just put something in his cup. Is it a tonic?
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 230) stated that put in has six meanings: to add (statement), to
Based on the story, Harry put a liquid in Ron’s cup before he came. Moreover,
according to the context, put in has an object between it. The object is
b. Form:
Put = verb
In = adverb
Hermione: He's at perfect liberty to kiss whomever he likes. I really couldn't care
less. Was I under the impression that he and I would be attending Slughorn's
Christmas party together? Yes. Now, given the circumstances, I've had to make
other arrangements.
a. Meaning:
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Richard (2000; 79) stated that couldn’t careless has one meaning. It means
According to the story, Hermione talked about Lavender who made her jealous
because she kissed Ron but she tried to not admit it. She pretended to not care
b. Form:
Could = modal
Not = adverb
Careless = adjective
Luna: I've never been to this part of the castle. At least not while awake. I
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 9) stated that at least has two meanings: no less than and no
fewer than.
Richard (2000; 26) stated that at least has two meanings: no less than or no
The movie showed that Luna and Harry are walking on the dark alley of the
castle. According to the sentence, Luna told Harry that she has never been to
this part of the castle, at least not while she awake. So, at least means no less
than.
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b. Form:
At = preposition
Least = adjective
prepositional phrase.
Hermione: On second thought, maybe it'll keep Cormac at bay. Oh no, here he
comes!
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 290) stated that on second thought means having given
According to the story, at first Hermione didn’t want to eat the Dragon Tartar
but she finally wanted it. So, it is clear that on second thought means having
b. Form:
On = preposition
Second = adjective
Thought = noun
a. Meaning:
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Joseph (2003; 105) stated that go on has five meanings: happen, nearly, keep
Richard (2000; 163) stated that go on has one meaning, it means stop saying
those things, not so or I don’t believe you. (Also literal, meaning “to continue.”
Always as a command.)
According to the story, Snape suspected Harry and Cormac who hid behind the
curtain then he came to them curiously and asked the question above. So, the
b. Form:
Go = verb
On = adverb
Adverb.
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 165) stated that take off means: remove (said particularly of
Based on the story, Filch gripped Malfoy’s shoulder by his hands and brought
him in the party’s room. Moreover, according to the sentence, there is and
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object between verb take and off, it is your hands. So, the most correct meaning
b. Form:
Take = verb
Off = adverb.
Take off has a form of phrasal verb because it is formed by Verb + Prepositonal
Adverb.
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 62) stated that carry on (with someone or something) means:
continue or keep up, weep or become hysterical, keep on doing one’s job or
duty.
According to the story that Slughorn’s party stopped because of something but
it is finally handled, then Slughorn asked his guests to carry on. So, it means
b. Form:
Carry = verb
On = adverb
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a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 166) stated that take one’s word means accept or believe
someone’s promise.
According to the story, Ron told Harry about something confidently then Harry
replied it. So, take one’s word means believe someone’s promise.
b. Form:
Take = verb
Word = noun
Take one’s word belongs to a form of idiom with verb (take) as keyword
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 46) stated that come down to has two meanings: the matter is, be
bequeathed to.
Richard (2000; 73) stated that come down to (something) means to be reduced
down to something.)
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According to the story, Harry didn’t trust Snape. But, Dumbledore trusted
Snape. Whereas, Dumbledore is the one Harry really believed. So, Lupin asked
b. Form:
Come = verb
Down = adverb
To = preposition
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 107) stated that open up means intensive form of ‘open’, and
According to the story, Ginny wanted to give Harry a cake and told him to
open his mouth but at first, Harry hesitated to do it and Ginny a little bit forced
him. So, open up means intensive form of ‘open’ or it means Ginny forced
b. Form:
Open = verb
Up = adverb
Harry: Go on.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 105) stated that go on has five meanings: happen, nearly, keep
Richard (2000; 163) stated that go on has one meaning, it means stop saying
those things, not so or I don’t believe you. (Also literal, meaning “to continue.”
Always as a command.)
According to the story, Mr. Weasley said something to Harry and he was
listening and replied it. Then Mr. Weasley continued his sentence. So, go on is
a command to continue.
b. Form:
Go = verb
On = adverb
Adverb.
Slughorn: Good gracious, look at the time. Off you go, boys, or Professor Dippett
a. Meaning:
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Richard (2000; 286) stated that off (someone or something) goes means
According to the story, Slughorn was chatted with his students and he realized
that it was late at night and his students should in their room now. So, it is clear
b. Form:
Off = adverb
(someone) = pronoun
Go = verb
Slughorn: I don't know anything about such things and I wouldn't tell you if I
did! Now get out of here at once and don't ever let me catch you mentioning it
again!
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 56) stated that get out means: leave or depart from a vehicle,
Based on the story, Slughorn was angry with his student. Then, he asked his
student to get out from his room. So, get out means leave.
b. Form:
Get = verb
Get out is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
Slughorn: Now don't forget to look over the chapter on antidotes. I'll be
poisoning one of you next time we meet. I'm joking! Off you go! Don't forget
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 253) stated that look (someone or something) over means to
According to the story, Slughorn taught in his class and said to his students to
look over the chapter on antidotes for their next meeting. So, look over means
to examine something.
b. Form:
Look = verb
Over = adverb
Look over has a form of phrasal verb because it is formed by Verb + Adverb.
Harry: Yes, well, we don't exactly see eye-to-eye, sir. What I mean to say is, he's
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 351) stated that see eye to eye (with someone) (about
something) and see eye to eye (with someone) (on something) means to view
According to the story, Slughorn suggested Harry to ask Snape but Harry
refused it because he and Snape didn’t exactly see eye-to-eye and Snape might
way.
b. Form:
See = verb
Eye = noun
To = preposition
Eye = noun
See eye-to-eye belongs to a form of idiom with verb (see) as keyword because
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 330) stated that put someone up to something has three
Harold (1973; 124) stated that put one up to means: instigate, cause another to
do something.
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questioning him but Slughorn didn’t realize it. Then, because Harry didn’t get
said the sentence above. So, the most correct meaning of put one up to means
instigate.
b. Form:
Put = verb
(one) = pronoun
Up = adverb
To = preposition
Put one up to belongs to a form of idiom with verb (put) as keyword because it
Slughorn: I'd have thought you could whip up a remedy for this in no time,
Harry.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 309) stated that whip up has two meanings: prepare quickly,
inspire.
Richard (2000; 434) stated that whip (something) up means to prepare, create,
According to the story, Harry brought Ron who was under the influence of a
love potion to Slughorn’s room whereas Slughorn has taught them how to treat
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those case. So, he thought that Harry didn’t really understand the chapter of
love potion. So, whip up a remedy means prepare quickly a remedy (on the
b. Form:
Whip = verb
Up = adverb
Adverb.
Slughorn: Yes, well, water under the bridge as they say, correct?
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 429) stated that water under the bridge (something) means past
and forgotten.
Harold (1973; 181) stated that water under the bridge means that which is past
and unchangeable.
it with that sentence to show that he didn’t think about it anymore. So, it is
clear that water under the bridge means that which is past and unchangeable.
b. Form:
Water = noun
Under = preposition
The = article
Bridge = noun
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Water under the bridge belongs to a form of idiom with noun (water) as
Slughorn: Pick-me-up's what you need, my boy. Do us all good, I think. I've got
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 179) stated that (have) a pick-me-up means to eat or drink
something stimulating. (The have can be replaced with need, want, etc. The me
The movie showed that Ron just woke up but wasn’t really conscious. Then,
stimulating.
b. Form:
(have) = verb
A = article
Pick = verb
Me = pronoun
Up = preposition
who gave you this bottle, do you -- which by the way possesses remarkably subtle
a. Meaning:
without planning.
Based on the story, the bottle contained of potion and Dumbledore asked
Slughorn in case he remembered who gave him the bottle. So, by chance
means coincidentally.
b. Form:
By = preposition
Chance = noun
Preposition + Noun.
Lavender: Don't make me laugh. You haven't spoken in weeks. I suppose you
want to make up with him now that he's suddenly all interesting.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 188) stated that make up has five meanings: make, concoct
Richard (2000; 266) stated that make up (with someone) means to reconcile
Harold (1973; 94) stated that make up has eight meanings: constitute or form,
According to the story, Hermione and Ron had a problem before. They didn’t
speak to each other for weeks but when Ron was in the hospital, Hermione
suddenly cared about him. Then, Lavender was amazed and said the sentence
b. Form:
Make = verb
Up = adverb
a. Meaning:
On the movie, Ginny said the sentence above because she saw Herminone
finally made up with Ron. So, about time means it is the time (they finally
made up).
b. Form:
About = preposition
Time = noun
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Preposition + Noun.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 256) stated that shut up has three meanings: silent, close and
Richard (2000; 332) stated that Put up or shut up! means: (a command to prove
Harold (1973; 147) stated that shut up means be quiet or stop talking, close
According to the story, Hermione was relieved because she and Ron finally
made up. Harry saw her bashful face then tempted her. Then she replied. So,
b. Form:
Shut = verb
Up = adverb
Adverb.
a. Meaning:
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Richard (2000; 49) stated that break up (with someone) means to end a love
affair or a romance.
Harold (1973; 15) stated that break up means: break into small pieces,
Based on the story, Ron was Lavender’ boyfriend but because of something,
Lavender was mad at him and didn’t want to talk to him anymore. So, break up
b. Form:
Break = verb
Up = adverb
Adverb.
Ron: Don't get me wrong. I'm bloody thrilled to be shot of her. It's just she
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 232) stated that put out has five meanings: extinguish, publish,
Richard (2000; 327) stated that put out (about someone or something) means
irritated, bothered.
Harold (1973; 125) stated that put out has four meanings: exclude or dismiss or
According to the story, Ron saw Lavender looked at him angrily. So, put out
means angry.
b. Form:
Put = verb
Out = adverb
Put out is formed by Verb + Adverb. So, it belongs to a form of phrasal verb.
a. Meaning:
Richard (2000; 143) stated that get rid of (someone or something) means to get
something.
According to the story, Ginny asked Harry to get rid of the book because the
b. Form:
Get = verb
Rid = verb
Of = preposition
Get rid of has a form of idiom with verb (rid) as keyword because it consists of
Harry: Through the front doors, sir. I'm off to Hagrid's, you see. He's a very dear
friend and I felt like paying him a visit. So if you don't mind, I'll be going.
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a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 78) stated that feel like means want (do something).
Richard (2000; 114) stated that feel like (doing something) means to want to do
something.
Harold (1973; 47) stated that feel (like doing) means be inclined to, have a
desire to.
Based on the story, Slughorn saw Harry went out of the castle and questioned
him. Then, Harry answered it with the sentence above. So, feel like means want
to do something.
b. Form:
Feel = verb
Like = adjective
Feel like has a form of idiom with verb (feel) as keyword because it is formed
by Verb + Adjective.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 45) stated that come along has one meaning. It means get better.
Harold (1973; 26) stated that come along means: accompany, and succeed or
get along.
According to the story, Harry asked Slughorn to come along with him to visit
b. Form:
Come = verb
Along = adverb
a. Meaning:
Harold (1973; 103) stated that not to mention means without mentioning,
According to the story, Hagrid told Slughorn that the spider often scared
people because of the eyes. Then Harry added. So, not to mention means in
addition to.
b. Form:
Not = adverb
To = preposition
Mention = verb
Harry: Only I can destroy him. But in order to do so, I need to know what Tom
Riddle asked you that night in your office all those years ago. And I need to know
a. Meaning:
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Richard (2000; 212) stated that in order to (do something) means for the
Moreover, the object of in order to is do so. So, it means for the purpose of
doing something.
b. Form
In = preposition
Order = noun
To = preposition
Tom Riddle: Horcrux. I came across the term while reading and I didn't fully
understand it.
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 45) stated that come across has two meanings: give, considered
as.
Richard (2000; 72) stated that come across (someone or something) means to
Harold (1973; 26) stated that come across has two meanings: meet or find
According to the story, Tom was reading something on the library and came
across the term on a book. So, the most correct meaning of come across is find
(something) unexpectedly.
b. Form:
Come = verb
Across = adverb
Adverb.
Luna: Would you like me to fix it? Personally I think you look a bit more devil-
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 301) stated that up to has six meanings: until, approaching, as
choice.
According to the story, Luna offered Harry to fix his nose but she said “it’s up
own choice.
b. Form:
Up = adverb
To = preposition
(someone) = pronoun
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theoretical literature, the writer classifies idioms into 7 (seven) forms. And this
form does not belong to any those forms. So, the writer includes this form on
Lupin: Has it occurred to you, Harry, that Snape was simply pretending to offer
a. Meaning:
Joseph (2003; 301) stated that up to has six meanings: until, approaching, as
something.
Harold (1973; 178) stated that (be) up to means dependent upon or depending
The movie showed that Lupin and Harry tried to find out about Draco’s
mysterious plan. Then, on the sentence above, it is said that Snape could find
out what Draco is up to. So, the most correct meaning of up to is planning
something secretly.
b. Form:
Up = adverb
To = preposition
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writer classifies idioms into 7 (seven) forms. And this form does not belong to
any those forms. So, the writer includes this form on the writer’s finding.
CHAPTER IV
A. Conclusion
72 idioms were found in Harry Potter and Half Blood Prince’s movie. Here are
the details:
1. Phrasal Verbs
Quantity: 43 idioms
Percentage: 59.7 %
2. Phrasal-prepositional Verbs
Quantity: 3 idioms
Percentage: 4.2 %
3. Prepositional Phrases
Quantity: 6 idioms
Percentage: 8.3 %
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Quantity: 12 idioms
Percentage: 16.7 %
futile attempt
Quantity: 5 idioms
Percentage: 6.9 %
Quantity: 1 idiom
Percentage: 1.4 %
7. Idiomatic pairs
Example: -
Quantity: 0 idioms
Percentage: 0 %
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Quantity: 2 idioms
Percentage: 2.8 %
Idioms which were found have no exact grammatical structure. Especially for
the forth until sixth form of idioms: idioms with verbs as keywords, idioms with
nouns as keywords and idioms with adjectives as keywords. The keywords and
words which form the idiom have differences in grammatical structure for each
idiom. The writer determines the keywords based on which word that mostly
The writer also finds one form of idioms besides 7 (seven) forms mentioned
above. She finds idioms which are formed by Adverb + Preposition + Pronoun
and Adverb + Preposition. The forms are not mentioned on the Review of Related
Idioms as phrases follow the tenses of the sentence. So, most idioms which are
formed by verbs: phrasal verbs form, and have a verb as keywords have many
On the dictionary, idioms have many meanings, but each idiom has a meaning
depends on its context and story. Although there are some idioms which have the
same forms and words but they have different meaning according to the context
and story. On the findings, there are two idioms of come along which were found.
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The first finding (page 3, dialogue 40) means get along (come) and the second
There is finding which show that phrase which has an idiomatic meaning is not
always an idiom. It may be has a literal meaning. For example look like. This
phrase has an idiomatic meaning and also literal meaning depends on its context.
In findings, look like (page 2, dialogue 33) means resemble, but look like (page 8,
dialogue 131) has a literal meaning: look like means seem (to be)
B. Suggestion
An English movie can be media to teach the study of the language meaning.
American) which has been presented on television or at the cinema and become
The role of radio and television are also very importance in learning foreign
language. Because by listening and watching television, we are used to hearing
pronunciation and speaking from foreign language which we learn. We can hear
news or film which are presented by both of them. In listening or watching, we
learn to understand what the people said and also increase vocabulary.
So far teacher or lecturer seems only use English movie to teach about
listening, whereas the movie has many language forms in it. This analysis show
one of language forms – idioms – that can be found in movie. Studying idiom
from an English movie can be helpful since the movie has clear example about
learning. Through fun and interesting media, student can learn how to understand
idioms. They will found the fact that words in idioms have different meaning with
dictionary.
Based on the conclusion, the writer would like to give some suggestions. First,
in learning English idioms, learners should notice to use feeling and pay attention
on the context where the idiom is occurred because one idiom has many meanings
in the dictionary.
learners need to check on the dictionary to get the definite meaning of the idioms.
But, based on the analysis that the form of idioms which are mostly found is
phrasal verb, the writer suggests that English learners may notice the verb of the
idiom with a form of phrasal verb. The verb is the keyword and the meaning of
the idioms mostly based on the meaning of the verb. So, if English learners are in
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WOMAN
I killed Sirius Black
MAN
He’s back
WAITRESS (O.S.)
Harry Potter. Who's Harry Potter?
HARRY
Oh. Um. No one. Bit of a tosser, really.
WAITRESS
Funny that paper of yours. Couple nights ago, I could’ve sworn I saw one of
the pictures move.
HARRY
Really.
WAITRESS
Thought I'd gone round the twist.
HARRY
Hey. I was wondering...
WAITRESS
Eleven. That's when I get off. You can tell me all about that tosser Harry
Potter.
DUMBLEDORE
You've been reckless this summer, Harry.
HARRY
I like riding round on the trains.It takes my mind off... things.
DUMBLEDORE
Rather unpleasant to behold, isn't it? The tale is thrilling if I do say so
myself, but now is not the time to tell it. Take my arm. Do as I say.
HARRY
I just Apparated, didn't I?
DUMBLEDORE
Indeed. And quite successfully too I might add. Most people vomit their
first time.
HARRY
Can't imagine why...
DUMBLEDORE
Welcome to the charming village of Budleigh Babberton, Harry. I assume
right about now you're wondering why I've brought you here, am I right?
HARRY
After all these years, I just sort of roll with it, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Wands out, Harry.
DUMBLEDORE
Horace!
ARMCHAIR
Merlin's Beard!
SLUGHORN
There's no need to disfigure me, Albus!
DUMBLEDORE
I must say, you make a very convincing armchair, Horace.
SLUGHORN
It's all in the upholstery. I come by the stuffing naturally. What gave me
away?
DUMBLEDORE
Dragon's blood.
SLUGHORN
Oho!
DUMBLEDORE
Ah yes. Introductions. Harry, this is an old friend and colleague of mine,
Horace Slughorn. Horace, this is, well, you know who this is.
SLUGHORN
Harry Potter
DUMBLEDORE
So why all the theatrics, Horace? You weren't by any chance waiting for
someone else, were you?
SLUGHORN
S-someone else? I'm sure I don't know what you mean.
SLUGHORN
Oh all right! The Death Eaters have been trying to recruit me for over a
year. Do you know what that's like? One can only say no to these people so
many times before they...I never stay anywhere more than a week. The
Muggles who own this place are in the Canary Islands.
DUMBLEDORE
Well, I think it should be put back in order for them, don't you, mind?
DUMBLEDORE
That was fun. Do you mind if I use the loo?
SLUGHORN
No, of course!
Don't think I don't know why you're here, Albus! The answer is still no!
Absolutely, unequivocally no!
SLUGHORN
You look very like your father. Except for your eyes. You've got --
HARRY
My mother's eyes, yeah.
SLUGHORN
Lily. Lovely Lily. She was exceedingly bright -- your mother. Even more
impressive when one considers she was Muggle-born.
HARRY
One of my best friends is Muggle-born. She's the best in our year.
SLUGHORN
Oh, but you mustn't think I'm prejudiced! No, no, no! Your mother was one
of my absolute favorites! Look, there she is. Right at the front.
SLUGHORN
All mine, each and every one. Ex-students, I mean. You recognize Barnubas
Cuffe, of course, editor of the Daily Prophet.
(MORE)
SLUGHORN (CONT'D)
Always takes my owl should I want register my opinion on the news the day.
And Gwenog Jones, of the Holyhead Harpies -- free tickets whenever I want
them. Of course, I haven't been to a match in some time...
SLUGHORN
Ah yes. Regulus Black. You no doubt know of his older brother Sirius. Died
a few weeks ago. I taught the whole Black family except Sirius. Shame.
Talented boy. I got Regulus when he came along, of course, but I'd have
liked the set.
DUMBLEDORE
Horace, Mind if I take this? I do love knitting patterns.
SLUGHORN
Of course. But you're not leaving?
DUMBLEDORE
I think I know a lost cause when I see one. Regrettable. I would have
considered it a personal triumph had you consented to return to Hogwarts,
Horace. You are, like my friend Mr. Potter -- one of a kind. Bye bye
Horace!
SLUGHORN
All right! I'll do it. But I'll be wanting Professor Merrythought's old
office, not that water closet I had before. And I expect a raise! These are
mad times we live in! Mad!
DUMBLEDORE
They are, Indeed.
HARRY
Sir, exactly what was that all --
DUMBLEDORE
You are talented, famous and powerful -- everything Horace values.
Professor Slughorn is going to try to collect you, Harry. You would be his
crowning jewel. That is why he is returning to Hogwarts. And it is crucial
he should return...
DUMBLEDORE
I fear I may have stolen a wondrous night from you, Harry. She was,
truthfully, very pretty. The girl.
HARRY
It's alright, sir. I'll go back tomorrow, make some excuse --
DUMBLEDORE
You'll not be going back to Little Whinging tonight, Harry.
HARRY
But, sir. What about Hedwig? And there's my trunk --
DUMBLEDORE
Both are waiting for you.
GINNY
Hedwig...? Mum!
MRS. WEASLEY
What is it, Ginny?
GINNY
I was only wondering when Harry got here.
MRS. WEASLEY
Harry who?
GINNY
Harry Potter, of course.
MRS. WEASLEY
I think I'd know if Harry Potter was in my house, wouldn't I?
GINNY
Well his trunk's in the kitchen. And his owl.
MRS. WEASLEY
No Dear, I seriously doubt that.
RON
Harry? Did someone say Harry?
GINNY
Me, nosy. Is he up there with you?
RON
`Course not. Think I'd know if my best friend was in my room,wouldn't I?
HERMIONE
Was that an owl I heard?
GINNY
Harry's. Haven't seen him, have you? Apparently, he's wandering about the
house.
HERMIONE
Really?
HARRY (O.S.)
Really.
RON/HERMIONE/MRS. WEASLEY
Harry!
MRS. WEASLEY
What a lovely surprise! Why didn't you let us know you were coming?
HARRY
Didn't know. Dumbledore.
MRS. WEASLEY
That man. But then, what would we without him? Ron!
RON
Got a bit of toothpaste..
HARRY
When'd you get here?
HERMIONE
A few days ago. Though... for a while, I wasn't sure I was coming.
RON
Mum sort of lost it last week. Said Ginny and I had no business going back
to Hogwarts. That it's too dangerous.
HARRY
Oh come on...
HERMIONE
She's not alone. Even my parents -- and they're Muggles – know something
bad is happening.
RON
Anyway, Dad stepped in, told her she was being barmy. Took a day or two,
but she came round.
HARRY
But we're talking about Hogwarts.Dumbledore. What could be safer?
HERMIONE
There's been a lot of chatter lately. That he's gotten... old.
HARRY
Rubbish. He's only -- what?
RON
A hundred and fifty. Give or take a few years.
BELLATRIX
Cissy! You can't do this.He can't be trusted.
NARCISSA
The Dark Lord trusts him.
BELLATRIX
The Dark Lord is mistaken.
SNAPE
Run along, Wormtail.
NARCISSA
I know I ought not to be here. Dark Lord himself has forbidden me to speak
of this --
SNAPE
If the Dark Lord has forbidden it,ought not to speak.
Put it down, Bella. We mustn't touch what isn't ours.
SNAPE
As it so happens I'm aware of your situation, Narcissa.
BELLATRIX
The Dark Lord told you?You?
SNAPE
Your sister doubts me.Understandable.
(MORE)
SNAPE
Over the years I have played my part well. So well I've deceived one of the
greatest wizards of all time.
SNAPE
Dumbledore is a great wizard. Only a fool would question it.
NARCISSA
I... I don't doubt you, Severus.
BELLATRIX
You should feel honored, Cissy. As should Draco --
NARCISSA
He's just a boy!
SNAPE
I can't change the Dark Lord's mind. But it might be possible for me to
help Draco. To provide some... protection.
NARCISSA
Severus..
BELLATRIX
Swear to it.
BELLATRIX
Make the Unbreakable Vow. You see. It's just empty words.He'll give it his
best effort. But when it matters most he'll slither back into his hole.
Bloody coward...
SNAPE
Take out your wand.
BELLATRIX
Will you, Severus Snape, watch over Draco Malfoy as he attempts to fulfill
the Dark Lord's wishes.
SNAPE
I will.
BELLATRIX
And will you, to the best of your ability, protect him from harm?
SNAPE
I will.
BELLATRIX
And should it prove necessary, if it seems Draco will fail... will you
yourself carry out the deed that the Dark Lord has ordered Draco to
perform?
SNAPE
I will.
FRED/GEORGE
Step up! Step up!
GEORGE
We've got Fainting Fancy...
FRED
Nosebleed Nougats...
GEORGE
And just in time for school...
FRED
Puking Pastilles!
FRED/GEORGE
Into the cauldron, handsome.
HARRY
Peruvian Instant Darkness Powder?
FRED
A real money spinner that one.
FRED
Handy if you need to make a quick escape. Hello, ladies!
GEORGE
Love Potion hey..Yes, they do really work.
FRED
Then again, the way we hear it, sis, you're doing just fine on your own.
GINNY
Meaning?
FRED
Are you not currently dating Dean Thomas?
GINNY
None of your business.
RON
How much for this?
FRED/GEORGE
Five Galleons.
RON
How much for me?
FRED/GEORGE
Five Galleons.
RON
But I'm your brother!
FRED/GEORGE
Ten Galleons.
RON
C'mon. Let's go.
LAVENDER BROWN
Hi, Ron.
RON
Hi.
HERMIONE
How is it Fred and George are doing it? Half the alley's closed down.
RON
Fred reckons people need a laugh these days.
HARRY
I reckon he's right...
HERMIONE
Oh no. Everyone got their wands from Ollivander’s.
RON
Is it just me? Or do Draco and Mummy look like two people who don't want to
be followed?
LUNA
Quibbler...? Quibbler...?
LUNA
He's lovely. They've been known to sing on Boxing Day, you know. Quibbler?
GINNY
Please. What's a Wrackspurt?
LUNA
They're invisible creatures that float in your ears and make your brain go
fuzzy.
Quibbler? Quibbler?
HARRY
So what was Draco doing with that weird-looking cabinet? And who were all
those people? Don't you see, it was a ceremony. An initiation.
HERMIONE
Stop, Harry, I know where you're going with this --
HARRY
It's happened. He's one of them.
RON
One of what?
HERMIONE
Harry is under the impression that Draco Malfoy is now a Death Eater.
RON
You're barking. What would You-Know-Who want with a sod like Malfoy?
HARRY
So what's he doing in Borgin and Burke's? Browsing for furniture?
RON
It's a creepy shop. He's a creepy bloke.
HARRY
Look. His father's a Death Eater. It only makes sense. Besides, Hermione
saw it. With her own eyes.
HERMIONE
I told you. I don't know what I saw.
HARRY
I need some air.
MALFOY
What just happened? Blaise?
BLAISE
Don't know.
PANSY
Relax, boys. The lights went out is all. Come, Draco. We'll be at Hogwarts
before you know it.
MALFOY
Hogwarts. What a pathetic excuse for a school. I think I'd pitch myself off
the Astronomy Tower if I thought I had to continue on for another two
years.
PANSY
What's that supposed to mean?
MALFOY
Let's just say I don't think you'll be seeing me wasting my time in Charms
Class next year.
MALFOY
Amused, Blaise? We'll see just who's laughing in the end.
HERMIONE
Where's Harry?
RON
Probably on the platform. C'mon.
MALFOY
You two go on. I want to check something.
MALFOY
Didn't mummy ever tell you it's bad manners to eavesdrop, Potter?
Petrificus Totalus!
MALFOY
Oh, right, she was dead before you could wipe the drool off your chin.
MALFOY
That’s for my father. Enjoy your ride back to London.
LUNA
Hello, Harry.
HARRY
Luna. How'd you know where I was?
LUNA
Wrackspurts. Your head's full of them.
HARRY
Sorry I made you miss the carriages, Luna.
LUNA
It's alright. It was like being with a friend.
HARRY
I am your friend, Luna.
LUNA
That's nice.
FLITWICK
About time! I've been looking all over for you two. Names.
HARRY
Professor Flitwick, you've known me for five years.
FLITWICK
No exceptions, Potter.
LUNA
Who are those people?
FLITWICK
Aurors. For security.
FILCH
What’s this cane here, then?
MALFOY (O.S.)
It's a not a cane, you cretin. It's a walking stick.
FILCH
And what exactly would you be wanting with a walking stick? Could be
construed as an offensive weapon.
SNAPE
It's alright, Mr. Filch. I can vouch for Mr. Malfoy.
MALFOY
Nice face, Potter.
LUNA
Would you like me to fix it? Personally I think you look a bit more devil-
may-care this way. But it's up to you.
HARRY
Have you ever fixed one? A nose.
LUNA
No. But I've done several toes and how different are they really?
HARRY
Okay, yeah. Give it a go.
LUNA
Episkey.
HARRY
Well? How do I look?
LUNA
Exceptionally ordinary.
HARRY
Brilliant.
RON
Don' worry. He'll be here in a minute.
HERMIONE
Will. You. Stop. Eating! Your best friend is missing!
RON
Oi! Turn around, you lunatic.
GINNY
He's covered in blood again. Why is it he's always covered in blood?
RON
Looks like his own this time.
HERMIONE
Where've you been, Harry? And what happened to your face?
HARRY
Later. What've I missed?
RON
Sorting Hat urged us all to be brave and strong in these troubled times --
easy for it to say -- it's a hat, isn't it?
HARRY
Thanks...
DUMBLEDORE
The very best of evenings to you! First off, please join me in welcoming
the newest member of our staff, Horace Slughorn.
DUMBLEDORE
Professor Slughorn, I'm happy to say, has agreed to resume his old post as
Potions master. Meanwhile, the post of Defense Against the Dark Arts will
be taken by Professor Snape.
DUMBLEDORE
Now, as you know, each and everyone of you was searched upon your arrival
tonight. You have a right to know why.
(MORE)
DUMBLEDORE (CONT'D)
Once there was a young man who, like you, sat in this very Hall. Walked
this castle's corridors. Slept under its roof. He seemed, to all the world,
a student like any other. His name? Tom Riddle.
DUMBLEDORE
Today, of course, the world knows him by another name. Which is why, as I
stand looking out upon you all tonight, I am reminded of a sobering fact.
Every day, every hour, this very minute perhaps, dark forces attempt to
penetrate this castle’s wall. But in the end, their greatest weapon is...
you.
DUMBLEDORE
Just something to keep in mind. Now, off to bed. Pip pip!
RON
That was cheerful.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
History of Magic is up, ladies, not down. Mr. Davies -- that's the girl's
lavatory...
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Potter!
HARRY
This can't be good.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Enjoying ourself, are we?
HARRY
Well, you see, I've got an open period this morning, Professor --
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
So I noticed. I would think you'd want to fill it with Potions. Or is it no
longer your ambition to become an Auror?
HARRY
It was. But I was told I had to get an Outstanding in my O.W.L. --
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
And so you did when Professor
Snape was teaching Potions. However, Professor Slughorn is perfectly happy
to accept N.E.W.T. students with `Exceeds Expectations.'
HARRY
Really? Well... brilliant. I'll head there straight away.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Good. And take Weasley with you. He looks far too happy over there.
RON
But I don't want to take Potions! This is Quidditch trials coming up. I
need to practice.
SLUGHORN
Attention to detail in the preparation is the prerequisite of all
plaanning.
Harry m'boy! I was beginning to worry! And I see we've brought someone with
us...
RON
Ron Weasley, sir. But I'm dead awful at Potions, a menace actually, so I
probably should just..
SLUGHORN
Nonsense, we'll sort you out. Any friend of Harry's is a friend of mine.
Right then, get your books out --
HARRY
Um, sorry, sir, but I haven't got my book yet -- nor's Ron.
SLUGHORN
Not to worry. You two get what you want from the cupboard.
SLUGHORN
Now, as I was saying, I've prepared a few concoctions this morning. Any
ideas what these might be? Yes, Miss...?
HERMIONE
Granger, sir. That one there is Veritaserum. It’s a truth-telling serum.
And that would be Polyjuice Potion. It’s terribly tricky to make. And
that...
HERMIONE
... is Amortentia! The most powerful love potion in the world.
(MORE)
HERMIONE (CONT'D)
It's rumored to smell differently to each person, according to what
attracts them. For example, I smell freshly mown grass and new parchment
and spearmint toothpaste --
SLUGHORN
Now Amortentia doesn't create actual love, of course. That's impossible.
But it does cause a powerful infatuation or obsession. For that reason, it
is probably the most dangerous potion in this room.
KATIE BELL
Sir, you haven't told us what's in that one.
SLUGHORN
Ah yes...
SLUGHORN
What you see before you, ladies and gentlemen, is a curious little potion
known as Felix Felicis. But it is more commonly referred to as --
HERMIONE
Liquid luck.
SLUGHORN
Yes, Miss Granger. Desperately tricky to make. Disastrous should you get it
wrong. One sip and you will find that all your endeavors succeed... at
least until the effects wear off.
SLUGHORN
So. This is what I offer each of you today. One tiny vial of liquid luck...
to the student who, in the hour that remains, manages to brew an acceptable
Draught of Living Death, the recipe for which can be found on page ten of
your textbook.
SLUGHORN
I should point out, however, only once did a student manage to brew a
potion of sufficient quality to claim this prize. Nevertheless, good luck
to you sll. Let the brewing commence.
HERMIONE
How did you do that?
HARRY
Crush it. Don't cut it.
HERMIONE
No. The instructions specifically say to cut.
HARRY
No. Really --
HERMIONE
Sh!
SLUGHORN
Merlin's Beard! But it's perfect. So perfect I daresay one drop would kill
us all! Here you are then, as promised. One bottle of Felix Felicis. Use it
well.
DUMBLEDORE
Good evening, Harry. You got my message, I see. Come, come. Sit.
DUMBLEDORE
So. How are you?
HARRY
Fine, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Enjoying your classes? Professor Slughorn, is most impressed with you.
HARRY
I think he overestimates my abilities, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Do you?
HARRY
Definitely.
DUMBLEDORE
And what of your activities outside the classroom?
HARRY
Sir?
DUMBLEDORE
I notice you spend a great deal of time with Miss Granger. I can't help but
wondering...
HARRY
No! I mean... she's brilliant. And we're friends. But... no.
DUMBLEDORE
Forgive me, Harry, I was merely curious. But enough chitchat. You must be
wondering why I summoned you here tonight. The answer lies here.
DUMBLEDORE
What you see before you are memories. In this case pertaining to one
individual: Voldemort. Or as he was known then... Tom Riddle.
DUMBLEDORE
This vial contains a most particular memory -- of the day I first met him.
I'd like you to see it. If you would...
MRS. COLE
I must confess to a bit of confusion upon receiving your letter, Mr.
Dumbledore. In all the years Tom's been here, he's never once had a family
visitor. There have been incidents with the other children. Nasty things.
MRS. COLE
You've got a visitor, Tom.
DUMBLEDORE
How do you do, Tom.
MRS. COLE
Well, I'll leave you two to yourselves.
TOM RIDDLE
Don't. You're the doctor, aren't you?
DUMBLEDORE
No. I am a Professor.
TOM RIDDLE
I don't believe you. She wants me looked at. They think I'm different.
DUMBLEDORE
Perhaps they're right.
TOM RIDDLE
I'm not mad.
DUMBLEDORE
Hogwarts is not a place for mad people.
DUMBLEDORE
It's a school. A school of...magic.
DUMBLEDORE
You can do things, can't you, Tom? Things the other children can't.
TOM RIDDLE
I can make things move – without touching them. I can make animals do what
I want without training them. I can make bad things happen to people who
are mean to me. I can make them hurt... if I want.
TOM RIDDLE
Who are you?
DUMBLEDORE
I'm like you, Tom. Different.
TOM RIDDLE
Prove it.
DUMBLEDORE
I think there is something trying to get out of your wardrobe, Tom.
DUMBLEDORE
Thievery is not tolerated at Hogwarts. At Hogwarts, you will be taught not
only how to use magic, but to control it. You understand me?
TOM RIDDLE
I can speak to snakes too.
TOM RIDDLE
They find me. Whisper things. Is that normal for someone like me?
HARRY
Did you know, sir? Then?
DUMBLEDORE
Did I know that I had just met the most dangerous Dark Wizard of all time?
No. If I had, I...
DUMBLEDORE
Over time, while here at Hogwarts, Tom Riddle grew close to one particular
teacher. Can you guess which teacher that might be?
HARRY
You didn't bring Professor Slughorn back simply to teach Potions, did you,
sir?
DUMBLEDORE
No. I did not. You see,Professor Slughorn possesses something I desire very
dearly. And he will not part with it easily...
HARRY
You said Professor Slughorn would try to collect me.
DUMBLEDORE
I did.
HARRY
Do you want me to let him?
DUMBLEDORE
Yes.
HARRY
All right! This morning I'll be putting you all through a few drills to
assess your strengths. Quiet please..
GINNY
SHUT IT!
HARRY
Thanks. All right. Just because you made the team last year does not
guarantee you a spot this year. Is that clear?
CORMAC
No hard feelings, Weasley, alright?
RON
Hard feelings?
CORMAC
I'll be going out for Keeper as well. Nothing personal.
RON
Really? Strapping guy like you, you've got a Beater's build, don't you
think? Keeper needs to be agile, quick --
CORMAC
I like my chances. Say... think you could introduce me to your friend
Granger? Wouldn't mind getting on a first name basis, know what I mean?
HARRY
C'mon, Ron...
LAVENDER BROWN
Isn't he brilliant?
RON
I have to admit, thought I was going to miss that last one. Hope Cormac's
not taking it too hard.
RON
He’s got a bit of a thing for you, Hermione. Cormac.
HERMIONE
He's vile.
HARRY
Ever heard of this spell?
HERMIONE
No I have not. And if you had a shred of self-respect you would turn that
book in.
RON
Not bloody likely. He's top of the class. Even better than you, Hermione.
Slughorn thinks he's a genius.
RON
What?
HERMIONE
I'd like to know just whose book that was. Let's take a look, shall we?
HARRY
No.
HERMIONE
Why not?
HARRY
It's... old. The binding is fragile.
HERMIONE
The binding is fragile?
GINNY
Who's the Half-Blood Prince?
HERMIONE
The who?
GINNY
That's what it says. Right here. `This Book is the Property of the Half-
Blood Prince.'
HERMIONE
For weeks you carry around this book, practically sleep with it... and you
have no desire to find out who The Half-Blood Prince is?
HARRY
I didn't say I wasn't curious. And, by the way, I don't sleep with it.
RON
Yeah. Right. Well, it's true. I like a nice chat before I go to bed. Now
you're always reading that bloody book. It's like being with Hermione.
HERMIONE
Well, I was curious. So I went to --
HARRY/RON
The library.
HARRY
And?
HERMIONE
And... nothing. There's no reference to the Half-Blood Prince anywhere.
HARRY
Good. That settles it then.
SLUGHORN
Filius! I was hoping to find you at the Three Broomsticks.
FLITWICK
Emergency choir practice, I'm afraid, Horace.
HARRY
Does anyone fancy a Butterbeer?
SLUGHORN
A chum of mine was sledging down Claxby Hill. We had a very long, homemade
Norwegian-style sledge..
HARRY
No. Not there, Over here.
HARRY
No, no. Sit beside me.
RON
O-kay.
SKINNY KID
Something to drink?
HERMIONE
Three Butterbeers. Some ginger in mine, please.
RON
Aw, bloody hell...slick git
HERMIONE
Oh, honestly, Ronald. They're just holding hands...
(MORE)
HERMIONE (CONT'D)
And snogging.
RON
I'd like to leave.
HERMIONE
Leave? You can't be serious.
RON
That happens to be my sister.
HERMIONE
So? What if she looked over here and saw you snogging me? Would you expect
her to get up and leave?
SLUGHORN
Harry, m'boy!
HARRY
Hello, sir. Wonderful to see you.
HARRY
So what brings you here, sir?
SLUGHORN
Oh, the Three Broomsticks and I go way back. Longer than I'd care to admit.
In fact, I remember when it was simply One Broomstick!
SLUGHORN
Oops! All hands on deck, Granger!
SLUGHORN
Listen, m'boy. In the old days, I used to throw together the occasional
supper and invite a select student or two. Would you be game?
HARRY
I'd consider it an honor, sir.
SLUGHORN
You'd be welcome too, Granger.
HERMIONE
I’d be delighted, sir.
SLUGHORN
Splendid. Look for my owl. Good to see you, Wallenby.
RON
What're you playing at?
HARRY
Dumbledore asked me to... get to know him.
RON
Get to know him?
HARRY
Dunno. But it must be important. Otherwise Dumbledore wouldn't ask.
RON
Um... You've got a little...
LEANNE (O.S.)
Katie. You don't know what it could be!
RON
Did you hear that rubbish she said back in the pub about me and her
snogging?
HARRY
As if...
LEANNE
I warned her! I warned her not to touch it!
HAGRID
Don’t go any closer. Get back! All o' yeh!
HAGRID
No, no. No, no...
HAGRID
Do not touch that, except by the wrappings. Do you understand?
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
You're sure Katie did not have this in her possession when she entered the
Three Broomsticks?
LEANNE
It's like I said. She went to the loo and when she came back she had the
package. She said it was important that she deliver it.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Did she say to whom?
LEANNE
To Professor Dumbledore
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Very well, Thank you, Leanne. You may go. Why is it always you three? Hm?
When something happens?
RON
Believe me, Professor, I've been asking myself the same question for six
years.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Severus.
SNAPE
Is this it?
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
What do you think?
SNAPE
I think Miss Bell is lucky to be alive.
HARRY
She was cursed, wasn't she? I know Katie. Off the Quidditch pitch she
wouldn't hurt a fly. If she was bringing that to Prof. Dumbledore, she
wasn't doing it knowingly.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Yes. She was cursed.
HARRY
It was Malfoy.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
That's a very serious accusation, Potter.
SNAPE
Indeed. Your evidence?
HARRY
I... just... know.
SNAPE
You... just... know. Once again you astonish with your gifts, Potter, gifts
mere more mortals could only dream of possessing. How grand it must be to
be the Chosen One.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
I suggest you return to your dormitory. All of you.
RON
What do you suppose Dean sees in her? Ginny.
HARRY
What does she see in him?
RON
Dean? He's brilliant.
HARRY
You called him a slick git not five hours ago.
RON
Yeah, well, he was running his hands all over my sister, wasn't he?
Something snaps. You've got to hate him. You know, on principle.
HARRY
I suppose.
RON
So what is it? He sees in her?
HARRY
I don't know. She's smart. Funny. Attractive...
RON
Attractive?
HARRY
You know. She's... got nice skin.
RON
Skin? You're saying Dean's dating my sister because of her skin?
HARRY
Well, no. I mean... I'm just saying it could be a contributing factor.
RON
Hermione's got nice skin. Wouldn't you say? As skin goes, I mean.
HARRY
I've never really thought about it. But I suppose, yeah. Very nice.
HARRY
I think I'll be going to sleep now.
RON
Right.
SLUGHORN
So tell me, Cormac. See much of your Uncle Tiberius these days?
CORMAC
Yes, sir. In fact, I'm meant to go hunting with him and the Minister for
Magic over holiday.
SLUGHORN
Well, be sure to give them both my best. What about your uncle, Belby? For
those of you who don't know, Marcus' uncle invented the Wolfsbane Potion.
Is he working on anything new?
MARCUS BELBY
Dunno. He and me dad don't get on. Probably because Dad thinks potions are
rubbish. Says the only potion worth having is a stiff one at the end of the
day.
SLUGHORN
And you, Miss Granger? What is it your family does in the Muggle world?
HERMIONE
My parents are dentists. They tend to people's teeth.
SLUGHORN
Fascinating. And is that considered a dangerous profession?
HERMIONE
No. Though, a boy named Robbie Fenwick did bite my father once. He needed
ten stitches.
SLUGHORN
Miss Weasley! Come in, come in.
HERMIONE
Look at her eyes. They've been fighting again. Her and Dean.
GINNY
Sorry, I'm not usually late --
SLUGHORN
No matter. You'll be just in time for dessert. That is -- if Belby leaves
you any.
HARRY
What?
HERMIONE
Nothing.
SLUGHORN
Good bye, bye bye..
SLUGHORN
Oh. Potter.
HARRY
Sorry, sir, I was just admiring your hourglass.
SLUGHORN
Ah, yes. A most intriguing object. The sands run in accordance to the
quality of the conversation. When it is stimulating, the sands run slowly.
When it is not...
HARRY
I think I'll be going.
SLUGHORN
Nonsense. You have nothing to fear, m'boy. As for some of your classmates,
well, let's just say, they're unlikely to make the shelf.
HARRY
The shelf, sir?
SLUGHORN
Anyone who aspires to be anyone hopes to end up here. Then again... you are
already someone aren't you, Harry?
HARRY
Did Voldemort ever make the shelf, sir?
HARRY
You knew him, didn't you, sir? Tom Riddle. You were his teacher.
SLUGHORN
Mr. Riddle had many teachers while here at Hogwarts.
HARRY
What was he like?
HARRY
I'm sorry, sir. Forgive me. He killed my parents, you see...
SLUGHORN
Of course. It's only natural that you should want to know more. I'm afraid
I must disappoint you, Harry. When I first met young Mr. Riddle, he was
simply a quiet, albeit brilliant, boy committed to becoming a first-rate
wizard. Not unlike the others I've known. In fact, not unlike... you. If
the monster existed, it was buried deep within.
NEVILLE
Good luck, eh, Ron?
SEAMUS
Counting on you, Ron. I've two Galleons on Gryffindor.
RON
So. How was it?
HERMIONE
How was what?
RON
Your dinner party.
HERMIONE
Dead boring. Though I think Harry enjoyed dessert.
HERMIONE
Ol' Sluggy's having a Christmas do, you know. And we're meant to bring
someone...
RON
I expect you'll be going with McLaggen. Isn't he a member of the Slug Club?
HERMIONE
Actually, I was going to ask you.
RON
Really?
LAVENDER BROWN
Good luck today, Ron! I know you'll be brilliant!
RON
I'm resigning. After today's match. McLaggen can have my spot.
HARRY
Have it your way. Juice?
RON
Sure...
LUNA
Hello, everyone. You look dreadful, Ron.
LUNA
Is that why you just put something in his cup. Is it a tonic?
HERMIONE
Liquid Luck, Don't drink that, Ron!
HERMIONE
You could be expelled for that.
HARRY
Dunno what you're talking about.
RON
C'mon, Harry. We've got a game to win.
CROWD
Weasley! Weasley! Weasley!
HERMIONE
You really shouldn’t have done it.
HARRY
Yeah. I suppose I could've just used, a Confundus charm?
HERMIONE
That was different. It was tryouts. This was an actual match --
HERMIONE
You didn't put it in? Ron only thought you did?
HERMIONE
Charms spell. Just practicing.
HARRY
Ah. Well... they're really good.
HERMIONE
How does it feel, Harry? When you see Dean with Ginny?
I know. I see the way you look at her. You're my best friend.
LAVENDER BROWN
Oops. I think this room's taken.
RON
What's with the birds?
HERMIONE
Oppugno!
HARRY
It feels like this.
RON
Look, I can't help it if she's got her knickers in a twist. What Lav and I
have -- well, let's just say there was no stopping it. It's chemical. Will
it last? Who knows? Point is, I'm a free agent.
HERMIONE
He's at perfect liberty to kiss whomever he likes. I really couldn't care
less. Was I under the impression that he and I would be attending
Slughorn's Christmas party together? Yes. Now, given the circumstances,
I've had to make other arrangements.
HARRY
Have you?
HERMIONE
Yes. Why?
HARRY
I just thought, you know, since neither one of us can take who we'd really
like... maybe we'd go together. As friends.
HERMIONE
Why didn't I think of that?
HARRY
So who are you taking?
HERMIONE
Um... it's a surprise. Besides, it's you we need to worry about. And you
can't pick just anyone. See that girl over there. That's Romilda Vane.
Rumor has it she's trying to smugle you a love potion.
HARRY
Really...?
HERMIONE
Hey! She's only interested in you because she thinks you're the Chosen One.
You know that, right?
HARRY
But I am the Chosen One.
HARRY
Okay. Kidding. I'll just ask someone I like. Someone cool.
LUNA
I've never been to this part of the castle. At least not while awake. I
sleepwalk, you see. It's why I wear shoes to bed.
VOICE (O.S.)
Drink?
HARRY
Neville...?
NEVILLE
I didn't make the cut for the Slug Club. It's okay. He's got Belby handing
out towels in the loo.
HARRY
Oh, i’m fine, mate. Thanks
HARRY (O.S.)
Hermione, What're you doing? And what's happened to you?
HERMIONE
Hm? Oh, I've just escaped – I mean, left Cormac under the mistletoe.
HARRY
Cormac! That's who you invited!
HERMIONE
I thought it would annoy Ron most. But he's a menace. He's got more
tentacles than a Snarfalump plant.
WAITER (O.S.)
Dragon tartar?
HERMIONE
No thank you.
WAITER
Just as well. They give one horribly bad breath.
HERMIONE
On second thought -- maybe it'll keep Cormac at bay. Oh no, here he comes!
HARRY
I think she went to powder her nose.
CORMAC
Slippery little minx, your friend. Likes to work her mouth too, doesn't
she? Yak yak yak. What is this I'm eating, by the way?
HARRY
Dragon balls.
SNAPE
What's going on back here?
SNAPE
You've just bought yourself a month's detention, McLaggen.
SNAPE
Not so quick, Potter.
HARRY
I think I should rejoin the party, sir. My date...
SNAPE
... can surely survive your absence for another minute or two.
(MORE)
SNAPE (CONT'D)
Besides, I only wish to convey a message.
HARRY
A message...?
SNAPE
From Professor Dumbledore. He asked that I give you his best and that he
hopes you enjoy your holiday. You see, he's traveling and won't return
until term resumes.
HARRY
Traveling? Where?
MALFOY (O.S.)
Take your hands off me, you filthy squib!
FILCH
Professor Slughorn, sir! I've just discovered this boy lurking in an
upstairs corridor. He claims to have been invited to your party.
MALFOY
Okay, okay, I was gate-crashing. Happy?
SNAPE
I'll escort him out.
MALFOY
Certainly... Professor.
SLUGHORN
Okay, everyone carry on, carry on..
MALFOY (O.S.)
Maybe I did hex that Bell girl. Maybe I didn't. What's it to you?
SNAPE
I swore to protect you. I made the Unbreakable Vow --
MALFOY
I don't need protection. I was chosen for this! Out of all others. Me! And
I won't fail him.
SNAPE
You're afraid, Draco. You attempt to conceal it, but it's obvious. Let me
assist you --
MALFOY
No! I was chosen. This is my moment!
RON
Unbreakable Vow. You're sure that's what Snape said.
HARRY
Positive. Why?
RON
It's just, well, you can't break an Unbreakable Vow.
HARRY
I'd worked that much out for myself, funnily enough.
RON
No, you don't understand -- Oh, bloody hell...
HARRY
Lovely.
RON
All she wants to do is snog me. My lips are getting chapped. Look.
HARRY
I'll take your word for it.
HARRY
So what happens? If you break an Unbreakable Vow?
RON
You die.
MRS. WEASLEY
Eat up, eat up, everyone! There's more to come!
HARRY
Draco's plotting something, I know it, something to do with Voldemort. He's
been given a task or a mission -- and Snape was offering to help.
LUPIN
Voldemort has chosen Draco Malfoy for a mission?
HARRY
I know it sounds mad --
LUPIN
Has it occurred to you, Harry,
that Snape was simply pretending to offer Draco help so that he could find
out what he's up to?
HARRY
That's not what it sounded like.
TONKS
Perhaps Harry's right, Remus. To make an Unbreakable Vow, after all --
LUPIN
It comes down to whether or not you trust Dumbledore's judgement. He trusts
Snape. Therefore, I do.
HARRY
But Dumbledore can make mistakes. He's said it himself --
LUPIN
You're blinded by hatred.
HARRY
I'm not --
LUPIN
You are! People are disappearing, Harry. Daily. We can only put our trust
in a handful of people. If we start fighting amongst ourselves, we're
doomed.
GINNY
Open up, you.
GINNY
Don't you trust me?
HARRY
It's good.
GINNY
`Course `tis. Made them myself.
MR. WEASLEY
You'll have to forgive Remus. It takes its toll -- his condition.
HARRY
Are you alright, Mr. Weasley?
MR. WEASLEY
We're being followed, all of us. Molly doesn't leave the house most days.
It's not been easy.
HARRY
Did you get my owl?
MR. WEASLEY
If Dumbledore's traveling, it's news to the Ministry. But perhaps that's
the way Dumbledore wants it. As for Draco Malfoy -- I know a bit more.
HARRY
Go on.
MR. WEASLEY
I sent an agent to Borgin & Burkes. From what you describe, I think what
you and Ron saw at the end of the summer -- the object that Draco seemed so
interested in -- was a Vanishing Cabinet.
HARRY
A Vanishing Cabinet?
MR. WEASLEY
They were all the rage when Voldemort first rose to power. You can imagine
the appeal. Should the Death Eaters come calling, one needed only slip
inside and disappear for an hour or two. They can transport you anywhere.
But they're tricky contraptions, very temperamental.
HARRY
What happened to it? The one at Borgin & Burkes?
MR. WEASLEY
Nothing. It's still there.
TONKS
It was delicious, Molly. Really.
MRS. WEASLEY
You're sure you won't stay?
TONKS
No, we should go.
The first night of the cycle is always the worst --
MRS. WEASLEY
Remus...?
GINNY
Everyone gone to bed?
HARRY
Not yet, no.
GINNY
Shoelace. Happy Christmas, Harry.
TONKS
Sweetheart...
MR. WEASLEY
Harry, no!
TONKS
Remus!
HERMIONE (V.O.)
It’s so easy for them to get you. You're bloody lucky you weren't killed.
HERMIONE
You have to realize who you are, Harry.
HARRY
I know who I am, Hermione alright?
Sorry.
RON (O.S.)
Lav, c'mon. Of course I'll wear it.
LAVENDER BROWN
That's my Won-Won.
HERMIONE
Excuse me, I have to go vomit.
SLUGHORN
I must say, m'boy, I'd like to know where you get your information. More
knowledgeable than half the staff, you are.
TOM RIDDLE
Sir, is it true that Professor Merrythought is retiring?
SLUGHORN
Now, Tom, I couldn't tell you if I knew, could I?
By the way, thank you for the pineapple -- you're quite right, it is my
favorite -- how did you know?
TOM RIDDLE
Intuition.
SLUGHORN
Good gracious, look at the time. Off you go, boys, or Professor Dippett
will have us all in detention.
SLUGHORN
Look sharp, Tom. You don't want to be caught out of bed after hours...
Something on your mind, Tom?
TOM RIDDLE
Yes, sir. I couldn't think of anyone else to go to. The other professors,
well, they're not like you. They might... misunderstand.
SLUGHORN
Go on.
TOM RIDDLE
I was in the library the other night, in the Restricted section, and I read
something rather odd, about a bit of rare magic, and I thought perhaps you
could illuminate me...I called as I understand it..
SLUGHORN
I beg you pardon.
SLUGHORN
I don't know anything about such things and I wouldn't tell you if I did!
Now get out of here at once and don't ever let me catch you mentioning it
again!
DUMBLEDORE
Confused? I would be surprised if you weren't.
HARRY
I don't understand – what happened?
DUMBLEDORE
This is perhaps the most important memory I've collected. It's also a lie.
This memory has been tampered with. In this case by the person whose memory
it is, our friend Slughorn.
HARRY
But why would he tamper with his own memory?
DUMBLEDORE
I suspect he is ashamed of it.
HARRY
Why?
DUMBLEDORE
Why indeed.
DUMBLEDORE
I asked you to get to know Professor Slughorn and you've done so.
(MORE)
DUMBLEDORE (CONT'D)
Now I want you to persuade him to divulge his true memory. Any way you can.
HARRY
I don't know him that well, sir --
DUMBLEDORE
This memory is everything, Harry. Without it, we are blind. Without it, we
leave the fate of our world to chance. You have no choice. You must not
fail.
SLUGHORN
Now don't forget to look over the chapter on antidotes. I'll be poisoning
one of you next time we meet. I'm joking! Off you go! Don't forget your
rattails, Miss Alys.
SLUGHORN
Ah! If it isn't the Prince of Potions himself! To what do I owe the
pleasure?
HARRY
Well, sir, I wondered if I might ask you something.
SLUGHORN
Ask away, my dear boy, ask away!
HARRY
Well, you see, the other day I was in the Restricted Section – in the
library -- and I stumbled upon something rather odd while reading.
Something about a bit of rare magic...
SLUGHORN
Yes? And exactly what was this rare magic.
HARRY
I'm not sure... That is, I don't recall the name... exactly. But it got me
wondering... Are there some kinds of magic you're not allowed to teach?
SLUGHORN
I'm a Potions Professor, Harry. Perhaps your question would best be posed
to Professor Snape.
HARRY
Yes, well, we don't exactly see eye-to-eye, sir. What I mean to say is,
he's not like you. He might... misunderstand.
SLUGHORN
There can be no light without the dark. And so it is with magic. Myself, I
have always strived to live within the light. I suggest you do the same.
HARRY
Did you say the same to Tom Riddle, sir? When he came asking questions.
SLUGHORN
Dumbledore put you up to this. Didn't he? Didn't he!
HARRY
Sir --
SLUGHORN
Yes???!!!! (warily) Oh. Potter. It's you. I'm afraid I'm busy at the
moment.
RON
It's beautiful, isn't it? The moon.
HARRY
Divine. Had ourselves a little late-night snack, did we?
RON
It was on your bed. The box. Thought I'd try one...
HARRY
Or twenty.
RON
I can't stop thinking about her, Harry.
HARRY
Really? Honestly, I reckoned she was starting to annoy you.
RON
She could never annoy me. I think... I think I love her.
HARRY
Well... Brilliant.
RON
Do you think she knows I exist?
HARRY
Bloody well hope so. She's been snogging you for three months.
RON
Snogging? Who're you talking about?
HARRY
Who're you talking about?
RON
Romilda, of course. Romilda Van
HARRY
Okay. Very funny.
HARRY
What the hell was that for?
RON
It's no joke! I'm in love with her!
HARRY
Okay! Fine! You're in love with her! Have you ever actually met her!
RON
No. Can you introduce me?
HARRY
Ron, these chocolates, they're -- C'mon. I'm going to introduce you to
Romilda Vane.
HARRY
Sir. I'm sorry. I wouldn't bother you if it weren't absolutely essential.
RON
Where's Romilda?
SLUGHORN
What's the matter with Wenby?
HARRY
Very powerfull love potion.
SLUGHORN
Ah. Very well. Bring him in.
SLUGHORN
I'd have thought you could whip up a remedy for this in no time, Harry.
HARRY
I figured this called for a more practiced hand, sir.
RON
Hello, darling. Fancy a drink?
SLUGHORN
Hm. Perhaps you're right.
HARRY
I'm sorry, sir. About the other day. Our... misunderstanding.
SLUGHORN
Yes, well, water under the bridge as they say, correct?
HARRY
I mean, I'm sure you're tired of it, after all these years. The questions.
About... Voldemort.
SLUGHORN
Do not use that name.
SLUGHORN
Alright, m'boy! Bottoms up!
RON
What's this?
SLUGHORN
A tonic for the nerves.
RON
What happened to me?
HARRY
Love potion.
SLUGHORN
And a bloody strong one at that.
RON
I feel really... bad.
SLUGHORN
Pick-me-up's what you need, m'boy.
Do us all good, I think. I've got butterbeer, wine -- ah -- and a dazzling
oak-matured mead. I had other intentions for this but given the
circumstances...
SLUGHORN
Here we are, Potter. To life!
HARRY
Ron! Professor, help him! Ron!!!
SLUGHORN
I d-don't understand --
HARRY
Professor! Do something!!
HARRY
C'mon, Ron, Breathe!
RON
These girls are gonna kill me, Harry.
DUMBLEDORE
Quick thinking on your part,Harry. Using a Bezoar. You must be very proud
of your student, eh, Horace?
SLUGHORN
Hm? Oh. Yes... very proud.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
I think we all agree that Mr. Potter's actions were heroic. The question
is: Why were they necessary.
DUMBLEDORE
Why indeed.
DUMBLEDORE
This appears to be a gift, Horace. You don't by chance remember who gave
you this bottle, do you -- which by the way possesses remarkably subtle
hints of licorice and cherry when not polluted with poison.
SLUGHORN
Actually I had intended to give it as a gift myself.
DUMBLEDORE
To whom might I ask?
SLUGHORN
To you, Headmaster.
LAVENDER BROWN
Where is he? Where's my Won-Won! Has he been asking for me?
What's she doing here?
HERMIONE
I might ask you the same question.
LAVENDER BROWN
I happen to be his girlfriend.
HERMIONE
I happen to be his... friend.
LAVENDER BROWN
Don't make me laugh. You haven't spoken in weeks. I suppose you want to
make up with him now that he's suddenly all interesting.
HERMIONE
He's been poisoned, you daft dimbo! And for the record, I've always found
him interesting.
LAVENDER BROWN
Ha! See? He senses my presence. Dont worry, Won-Won. I'm here --
RON
Er... My... Nee... Er! My! Nee!
DUMBLEDORE
Ah, to be young and feel love's keen sting. Come, everyone, I think Mr.
Weasley is well tended.
GINNY
About time, don't you think?
HARRY
Thank you
HERMIONE
Oh shut up.
HERMIONE
Ron. Stop. You're making it snow.
RON
Huh?
Tell me how I broke up with Lavender again?
HERMIONE
Um, well, she came to visit you in the hospital, you see, and you talked --
I don't believe it was a long conversation --
RON
Don't get me wrong. I'm bloody thrilled to be shot of her. It's just she
seems... a bit put out.
HERMIONE
Yes she does, doesn't she? And you say you don't remember a thing from that
night? Not one thing?
RON
Well... there is... something. But no. It can't be. Besides, I was
completely boggled, didn't I?
HERMIONE
Right. Boggled...
HERMIONE
That's Katie. That's Katie Bell.
HARRY
How are you, Katie?
KATIE BELL
I know you're going to ask, Harry. But I don't know who cursed me. I've
been trying to remember. Honestly. But I just... can't...
HARRY
I know what you did Malfoy. You hexed her, didnt you?
HARRY
SECTUMSEMPRA!
GINNY
You have to get rid of it. Today.
GINNY
Take my hand.
HARRY
The Room of Requirement...
GINNY
We need to hide The Half Blood Prince’s book where no one will ever find
it, including you.
GINNY/HARRY
What was that?
GINNY
See, you never know what you'll find up here.
GINNY
All right. Close your eyes. That way you can't be tempted.
GINNY
That can stay hidden up here too, if you like.
RON (O.S.)
So. Did you and Ginny do it? Harry jumps, watches Ron appear.
HARRY
What?
RON
You know. Hide the book
HARRY
Oh. Yeah
RON
Still no luck with Slughorn, I take it?
HARRY
Luck. That’s it. All I need’s a bit of luck.
HERMIONE
Well? How do you feel?
HARRY
Excellent. Really excellent.
HERMIONE
Remember. Slughorn usually eats early, takes a short walk and then returns
to his office.
HARRY
Right. I'm going down to Hagrid's.
HERMIONE
What? No, Harry -- you've got to go see Slughorn. We have a plan --
HARRY
I know. I've got a good feeling about going to Hagrid's. I feel like it's
the place to be tonight, know what I mean?
HERMIONE/RON
No.
HARRY
Trust me. I know what I'm doing. Or at least Felix does.
SLUGHORN
Merlin's beard, Harry!
HARRY
Sorry, sir. I should've announced myself. Cleared my throat. Coughed. You
probably feared I was Madam Sprout.
SLUGHORN
Well, yes, actually -- Why would you think that?
HARRY
Just the general behavior, sir. The sneaking around. The jumping when you
saw me. By the way, those Tentacula leaves -- they're quite valuable,
aren't they?
SLUGHORN
Ten galleons a leaf to the right buyer -- not that I'm familiar with such
back alley transactions. One hears rumors is all. My own interests are
purely academic, of course.
HARRY
Personally, these plants have always kind of freaked me out.
SLUGHORN
Exactly how did you get out of the castle, Harry?
HARRY
Through the front doors, sir. I'm off to Hagrid's, you see. He's a very
dear friend and I felt like paying him a visit. So if you don't mind, I'll
be going.
SLUGHORN
Harry!
HARRY
Sir?
SLUGHORN
It's nearly nightfall. Surely you realize I can't allow you to roam the
grounds all by yourself.
HARRY
Well, then by all means come along, sir.
SLUGHORN
Harry, I must insist you accompany me back to the castle immediately!
HARRY
That would be counterproductive, sir.
SLUGHORN
And what makes you say that?
HARRY
No idea.
SLUGHORN
Merlin's beard...
SLUGHORN
Is that an actual Acromantula?
HARRY
A dead one, I think, sir.
HAGRID
`Arry. `Orace.
SLUGHORN
My god, dear man. How did you ever manage to kill it?
HAGRID
Kill `im! Me oldest friend, `e was!
SLUGHORN
I'm sorry, I... (didn't realize.)
HAGRID
Ah, don' worry yerself. Yer not alone. Seriously misunderstood creatures --
spiders. It's the eyes, I reckon. Unnerve people.
HARRY
Not to mention the pincers.
HAGRID
I reckon that too...
SLUGHORN
Hagrid. I wouldn't want to be indelicate, but Acromantula venom is
uncommonly rare and, well, if you wouldn't mind my extracting a vial or two
-- purely for academic pursuits...
HAGRID
Don' suppose it's doin' `im any good, izzit?
SLUGHORN
My thoughts exactly! Always carry a few spare ampoules for just such
occasions. Old Potion Master's habit, you know...
HAGRID
Wish yeh coulda seen `im in `is prime. Magnificent `e was. Jus'
magnificent...
SLUGHORN
Would you like me to say a few words? I trust he had family?
HARRY
Oh yeah.
SLUGHORN
Farewell...
HAGRID
Aragog.
SLUGHORN
Farewell, Aragog, king of arachnids. Though your body will decay, your
spirit lingers on in the quiet, web-spun places of your Forest home. May
your many-eyed descendents ever flourish and your human friends find solace
for the loss they have sustained.
HAGRID
Tha' was... tha' was... beautiful.
HAGRID/SLUGHORN (O.S.)
And Odo the hero, they bore him back home...
HAGRID/SLUGHORN
To the place he'd known as a lad, They laid him to rest with his hat inside
out and his wand snapped in two, which was sad...
HAGRID
I had `im from an egg, yeh know. Tiny little thing he was when he hatched.
No bigger'n a Pekinese.
SLUGHORN
Sweet. I once had a fish. Francis. Lovely little thing. One day I came
downstairs and he'd vanished. Poof.
HAGRID
Tha's odd.
SLUGHORN
Isn't it? That's life, I suppose. One goes along and then suddenly poof.
HAGRID
Poof.
HARRY
Poof.
SLUGHORN
It was a student who gave me Francis. One spring afternoon I discovered a
bowl upon my desk with a few inches of clear water. There was a flower
petal floating upon the surface. As I watched, the petal sank, but just
before it touched bottom... it transformed. Into a wee fish. It was
beautiful magic, wondrous to behold. The petal had come from a lily.
SLUGHORN
Your mother. The day I came downstairs, the day I found the bowl empty...
was the day she...
SLUGHORN
I know why you’re here. But I can't give it to you. It will ruin me...
HARRY
Do you know why I survived? The night I got this.
HARRY
Because of her. Because she sacrificed herself. Because she refused to step
aside. Because her love was more powerful than Voldemort.
SLUGHORN
Please don't say his --
HARRY
I'm not afraid of the name, Professor. I'm going to tell you something,
something others have only guessed at. It's true. I am the Chosen One.
HARRY
Only I can destroy him. But in order to do so, I need to know what Tom
Riddle asked you that night in your office all those years ago. And I need
to know what you told him.
HARRY
Be brave, Professor. Be brave like my mother. Otherwise you disgrace her.
Otherwise she died for nothing. Otherwise, the bowl will remain empty
forever.
SLUGHORN
Please, don't think too badly of me once you've seen it. You don't know
what he was like... even then.
TOM RIDDLE
I was in the library the other night, in the Restricted section, and I read
something rather odd,about a bit of rare magic and I thought perhaps you
could illuminate me. It's called, as I understand it... a Horcrux.
SLUGHORN
Excuse me?
TOM RIDDLE
Horcrux. I came across the term while reading and I didn't fully understand
it.
SLUGHORN
I'm not sure what you were reading, Tom, but that's very Dark stuff, very
Dark indeed.
TOM RIDDLE
Yes, sir. Which is why I came to you.
SLUGHORN
A Horcrux is an object in which a person has concealed part of their soul.
TOM RIDDLE
Yes, I thought it might be something like that. But I don't understand how
that works, sir.
SLUGHORN
One splits one's soul and hides part of it in an object. By doing so, you
are protected should you be attacked and your body destroyed.
TOM RIDDLE
Protected?
SLUGHORN
That part of your soul that was hidden, lives on. In other words, you
cannot die.
TOM RIDDLE
How does one split his soul, sir?
SLUGHORN
I think you can guess the answer to that, Tom.
TOM RIDDLE
Murder.
SLUGHORN
Yes. Killing rips the soul apart. It is a violation against nature. After,
one is never the same.
TOM RIDDLE
Out of curiosity, sir -- can you only split your soul once? For instance,
isn't seven the most powerfully magical number --
SLUGHORN
Seven! Merlin's beard, Tom!
Isn't it bad enough to think of killing one person? To rip the soul into
seven pieces...
(MORE)
SLUGHORN (CONT'D)
This is all hypothetical, isn't it, Tom? All academic...
TOM RIDDLE
Of course, sir. It'll be our little secret...
HARRY
Sir --
DUMBLEDORE
This is beyond anything I imagined.
HARRY
Do you mean to say he succeeded, sir? In making a Horcrux?
DUMBLEDORE
Oh he succeeded. And not just once. Think, Harry. He's just told us.
HARRY
Seven. He made seven -- the most powerfully magical number. But... what are
they exactly?
DUMBLEDORE
They can be anything. The most commonplace of objects. A ring, for example.
Or a book...
HARRY
Tom Riddle's diary --
DUMBLEDORE
It's a Horcrux, yes. Four years ago, when you saved Ginny Weasley's life in
the Chamber of Secrets, when you brought me this --
I knew. This was a different kind of magic. Very dark. Very powerful. But
until tonight, I had no idea just how powerful.
HARRY
And the ring...?
DUMBLEDORE
Belonged to Voldemort's mother. It was difficult to find and...
... even more difficult to destroy.
HARRY
But if you could find them all. If you did destroy each Horcrux...
DUMBLEDORE
One destroys Voldemort.
HARRY
But how would you find them? They could be hidden anywhere, couldn't
they...
DUMBLEDORE
True. But magic, especially Dark magic...
DUMBLEDORE
... leaves traces.
HARRY
It's where you've been going, isn't it, sir? When you leave the school.
DUMBLEDORE
Yes. And I think... perhaps... I may have found another. But this time I
cannot hope to destroy it alone.
DUMBLEDORE
Once again, I shall ask too much of you.
SNAPE
Have you ever considered that you ask too much? That you take too much for
granted? Has it ever crossed your brilliant mind that I don't want to do
this anymore?
DUMBLEDORE
Whether it has or hasn't is irrelevant. I will not negotiate this with you,
Severus. You agreed. There's nothing more to discuss.
DUMBLEDORE
Harry. You need a shave, my friend.
DUMBLEDORE
At times I forget how much you've grown. At times I still see the small boy
from the cupboard.
Forgive my mawkishness, Harry. I am an old man.
HARRY
You still look the same to me, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Like your mother, you are unfailingly kind.
(MORE)
DUMBLEDORE (CONT'D)
A trait people never fail to undervalue. I'm afraid.
DUMBLEDORE
The place to which we journey tonight is exceedingly dangerous, Harry. I
promised that you could accompany me and I stand by that promise. But there
is a condition: You must obey any command I give you – without question.
HARRY
Yes, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Understand what I'm saying. Should I tell you to hide, you must hide.
DUMBLEDORE
Should I tell you to run, you will run.
DUMBLEDORE
And should I tell you to abandon me and save yourself..
DUMBLEDORE
You must do so.
DUMBLEDORE
Your word, Harry.
HARRY
My word.
DUMBLEDORE
Take my arm.
HARRY
Sir, I thought one couldn't Apparate within Hogwarts.
DUMBLEDORE
Being me has its privileges.
DUMBLEDORE
This is the place. Oh yes, this place has known magic.
HARRY
Sir!
DUMBLEDORE
In order to gain passage, payment must be made, payment intended to weaken
any intruder.
HARRY
You should've let me, sir.
DUMBLEDORE
Oh, no, Harry. Your blood is much more precious than mine.
DUMBLEDORE
Voldemort will not have made it easy to discover his hiding place. He will
put certain defenses in position.
Careful.
DUMBLEDORE
There it is. The only question how do we get to it?
If you would, Harry...
HARRY
Do you think the Horcrux is in there, sir?
DUMBLEDORE
Oh yes.
DUMBLEDORE
It has to be drunk, all of it has to be drunk. You remember the condition
on which I brought you with me?
DUMBLEDORE
This potion might paralyze me. It might cause me to forget why I'm here. It
might create so much pain I beg for relief. You are not to indulge these
requests, Harry. It is your job to make sure I keep drinking this potion
even if you have to force it down my throat. Understood?
HARRY
Why can't I drink it, sir?
DUMBLEDORE
Because I am much older, much cleverer... and much less valuable.
Your good health, Harry.
HARRY
Professor?
HARRY
Professor? Can you hear me?
DUMBLEDORE
Don't... don't make me...
HARRY
You... you can't stop, Professor. You've got to keep drinking. Like you
said. Remember.
DUMBLEDORE
Nooooooo!!!
DUMBLEDORE
Make it stop... Please... make it stop...
HARRY
It will, sir. It'll stop. But only if you drink...
DUMBLEDORE
My fault. It's all my fault...
DUMBLEDORE
Too much... I can't... take it...I want... to die... kill... kill me...
KILL ME, HARRY!
HARRY
What?
DUMBLEDORE
Your word, Harry! Your word!
HARRY
No...
DUMBLEDORE
KILL ME! IT'S THE ONLY WAY!
HARRY
One more. Just one more. And then -- I promise... I'll do what you say.
HARRY
I promise.
DUMBLEDORE
Water.
DUMBLEDORE
Water...
HARRY
Aguamenti.
HARRY
You did it, sir. Look --
DUMBLEDORE
Water!
HARRY
I'm trying, sir. I'm --
DUMBLEDORE
Go...
DUMBLEDORE
We have to... go.
HARRY
Don't worry, sir. We're nearly there.
DUMBLEDORE
I am not worried, Harry. I am with you.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
To your Houses. No dawdling.
HARRY
We need to get you up to the hospital, sir, to Madam Pomfrey --
DUMBLEDORE
No. Severus... Severus is who I need... Go and wake him... Tell him what
has happened...
(MORE)
DUMBLEDORE (CONT'D)
Speak to no one else
DUMBLEDORE
Hide yourself below. And do not speak or show yourself without my
permission. No matter what happens, its imperative you stay below.
DUMBLEDORE
Do as I say, Harry.
DUMBLEDORE
Trust me.
DUMBLEDORE
Good evening, Draco. What brings you out on such a fine Spring evening? Or
is it Summer?
MALFOY
Who else is here? I heard you talking.
DUMBLEDORE
I often talk aloud to myself. I find it extraordinarily useful. That which
sounds sane at a whisper can seem utterly mad when said for all the world
to hear. Haven't been whispering to yourself, have you, Draco?
DUMBLEDORE
You are not an assassin, Draco.
MALFOY
How do you know what I am? I've done things that would shock you.
DUMBLEDORE
Like cursing Katie Bell and hoping she would, in turn, bear a curse
necklace to me? Like replacing a bottle of mead with one laced with poison.
Forgive me, Draco, but these are attempts so feeble I cannot help but
question if your heart has been really in them. I'm curious. When Voldemort
gave you this task, when he asked you to kill me, was it in a whisper?
MALFOY
He trusts me! I was chosen!
DUMBLEDORE
Then I shall make it easy for you.
MALFOY
Expelliarumus!
DUMBLEDORE
Well done, Draco. But I warn you. Killing is not nearly as easy.
DUMBLEDORE
You're not alone. Are you. There are others. How?
MALFOY
The Vanishing Cabinet in the Room of Requirement.
DUMBLEDORE
That cabinet has been broken for years.
MALFOY
I've been mending it.
DUMBLEDORE
Ingenious. Let me guess. It has a sister. A twin.
MALFOY
In Borgin & Burkes. They form a passage.
DUMBLEDORE
A passage, yes. Very good. I once knew a boy years ago who made all the
wrong choices. Let me help you, Draco.
MALFOY
I don't want your help! Don't you see! I have to do it! I have to!
I've got to kill you or he'll kill me.
BELLATRIX
Well now, look what we have here. Well done, Draco.
DUMBLEDORE
Good evening, Bellatrix. I think introductions are in order.
BELLATRIX
Love to, Albus. But I'm afraid we're on a bit of a tight schedule. Do it.
GREYBACK
He doesn't have the stomach. Like his father. Let me finish him. In my own
way.
BELLATRIX
No! The Dark Lord was clear. The boy's to do it. Go on, Draco. Now!
SNAPE (O.S.)
No.
DUMBLEDORE
Severus... please.
SNAPE
Avada Kedavra!
HARRY
Snape. He trusted you!
SNAPE
Go on
HARRY
Incacerata! Fight! Fight back, you coward!
SNAPE
No! He belongs to the Dark Lord!
HARRY
Sectumsempra!
SNAPE
You dare use my own spells against me, Potter?
SNAPE
Yes. It's me. I'm the Half-Blood Prince.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Potter.
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
Potter, in light of what's happened... should you feel the need to talk to
someone...
PROFESSOR McGONAGALL
You should know... Professor Dumbledore...
You meant a great deal to him.
HERMIONE
Do you think he would've done it. Draco?
HARRY
No. He was lowering his wand. In the end, it was Snape. It was always
Snape. And I did nothing...It’s fake, open it!
HERMIONE
`To the Dark Lord. I know I will be dead long before you read this but I
want you to know that it was I who discovered your secret. I have stolen
the real Horcrux and intend to destroy it as soon as I can. I face death in
the hope that when you meet your match, you will be mortal once more.
R.A.B.'
R.A.B.?
HARRY
Dunno. But whoever they are, they have the real Horcrux. Which means, it
was a waste. All of it.
HERMIONE
Ron's okay with it, you know. You and Ginny. But if I were you, when he's
around, I'd keep the snogging to a minimum.
HARRY
I'm not coming back, Hermione.
HERMIONE
We reckoned -- Ron and me.
HARRY
I have to finish what Dumbledore started. I'm not sure where that will lead
me... but I'll let you and Ron konw where I am -- when I can.
HERMIONE
I've always admired your courage, Harry, but sometimes... you're really
thick.
HERMIONE
You don't honestly think you can find all those Horcruxes by yourself, do
you? You need us, Harry.
HARRY
I never realized how beautiful this place was
THE END