Customs & ImmigrationKastam & Imigresen
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EN: The imperative structure 'Welcome to [Place]' is used to greet someone arriving at a specific location. 'Welcome' acts as an adjective or interjection here, followed by the preposition 'to' to indicate the destination.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur perintah 'Welcome to [Place]' digunakan untuk menyambut ketibaan seseorang di sesuatu tempat. 'Welcome' di sini berfungsi sebagai kata sifat atau kata seru, diikuti dengan kata sendi nama 'to' untuk menunjukkan destinasi.
Welcome to our new office in Taipei.
Selamat datang ke pejabat baharu kami di Taipei.
EN: Compound Nouns: 'Immigration counter' consists of two nouns where the first (immigration) modifies the second (counter) to specify the type of counter.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Nama Majmuk: 'Immigration counter' terdiri daripada dua kata nama di mana kata nama pertama (immigration) menerangkan kata nama kedua (counter) untuk menyatakan jenis kaunter tersebut secara khusus.
Please wait at the information desk.
Sila tunggu di kaunter maklumat.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, immigration officers use standard polite greetings to maintain a professional yet welcoming atmosphere. 'Immigration counter' is the common term in airports, though 'Passport Control' is also frequently used in the UK and Europe.
EN: The phrase 'This is my first time' is used to describe a new experience. It is often followed by 'here' or a clause starting with 'that' or an infinitive 'to...'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ungkapan 'This is my first time' digunakan untuk menceritakan pengalaman baharu. Ia biasanya diikuti oleh kata keterangan tempat (seperti 'here'), klausa 'that', atau kata kerja tak tentu (to + kata kerja dasar).
This is my first time visiting London.
Ini kali pertama saya melawat London.
EN: The word 'here' functions as an adverb of place, indicating the current location of the speaker.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'here' berfungsi sebagai kata keterangan tempat, yang menunjukkan lokasi semasa penutur berada.
I have been waiting here for ten minutes.
Saya telah menunggu di sini selama sepuluh minit.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, it is common to briefly explain your situation (like being a first-time visitor) to immigration officers to establish a friendly and cooperative tone.
EN: The modal verb 'May' is used at the beginning of a sentence to ask for permission in a formal and polite manner. It is more formal than 'Can'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'May' digunakan di awal ayat untuk meminta kebenaran secara formal dan sopan. Ia lebih formal berbanding 'Can'.
May I borrow your pen for a moment?
Bolehkah saya meminjam pen awak sebentar?
EN: The adverb 'also' is used to add extra information. In a sentence with a main verb like 'need', it typically appears between the subject and the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata keterangan 'also' digunakan untuk menambah maklumat lanjut. Dalam ayat yang mempunyai kata kerja utama seperti 'need', ia biasanya diletakkan di antara subjek dan kata kerja.
I also want to visit the museum.
Saya juga ingin melawat muzium itu.
EN: In international travel, 'arrival card' (or landing card) is a document required by many countries' immigration departments. Using 'May I' is the standard professional etiquette for immigration officers.
EN: The sentence uses a Relative Clause (Adjective Clause) 'that I filled in' to modify the noun 'the card'. The relative pronoun 'that' acts as the object of the verb 'filled in'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan Klausa Relatif (Klausa Adjektif) 'that I filled in' untuk menerangkan kata nama 'the card'. Kata ganti nama relatif 'that' bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'filled in' dalam klausa tersebut.
This is the book that I bought yesterday.
Ini buku yang saya beli semalam.
EN: The phrase 'Here is...' is used to present or hand something to someone. When the subject is a noun (my passport), the order is 'Here + verb + subject'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ungkapan 'Here is...' digunakan apabila menyerahkan atau menunjukkan sesuatu kepada seseorang. Apabila subjeknya ialah kata nama (my passport), susunan ayatnya ialah 'Here + verb + subject'.
Here is your coffee.
Ini kopi anda.
EN: In immigration contexts, 'arrival card' or 'disembarkation card' refers to the legal document travelers must fill out before entering a country. Using 'Of course' shows a cooperative attitude towards authority figures like immigration officers.
EN: The phrase 'What is the purpose of...' is a formal way to ask about the reason for an action or a visit. It uses the structure 'What + be verb + the purpose + of + noun/gerund'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ungkapan 'What is the purpose of...' ialah cara formal untuk bertanyakan tujuan sesuatu tindakan atau lawatan. Strukturnya ialah 'What + be + the purpose + of + noun/gerund'.
What is the purpose of your phone call?
Apakah tujuan awak membuat panggilan ini?
EN: The word 'Now' is used here as a discourse marker to signal a transition to a new topic or a new stage in the conversation, rather than referring to the current time.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'Now' digunakan di sini sebagai 'penanda wacana' (discourse marker) untuk menandakan peralihan ke topik atau fasa baharu dalam perbualan, dan bukannya merujuk kepada masa sekarang.
Now, let's move on to the next question.
Bagus, mari kita beralih ke soalan seterusnya.
EN: In immigration contexts, 'purpose of visit' is a standard legal question. Common answers include 'tourism', 'business', or 'visiting family'. Being direct and concise is expected.
EN: The phrase 'be here for + noun' is used to state the purpose of one's presence in a specific location.
Bahasa Melayu: Ungkapan 'be here for + noun' digunakan untuk menyatakan tujuan keberadaan seseorang di sesuatu tempat.
I am here for business.
Saya di sini atas urusan perniagaan.
EN: The infinitive 'to explore' and 'to try' (with 'to' omitted for the second verb) follow the verb 'want' to express a desire or intention.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja tak tentu 'to explore' dan 'to try' (dengan 'to' digugurkan pada kata kerja kedua) digunakan selepas kata kerja 'want' untuk menyatakan keinginan atau niat.
I want to visit the museum and take photos.
Saya ingin meneroka muzium dan mengambil gambar.
EN: When entering a country, immigration officers look for clear, concise answers. Using terms like 'tourism' or 'sightseeing' is standard and helps avoid further questioning compared to vague answers.
EN: Linking Verbs: The verb 'sounds' is a linking verb that connects the subject 'That' to an adjective 'wonderful' to describe the subject's state or quality.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Kerja Penghubung: Kata kerja 'sounds' ialah kata kerja penghubung yang menghubungkan subjek 'That' dengan kata sifat 'wonderful' untuk menerangkan keadaan atau kualiti subjek tersebut.
The cake smells delicious.
Kek ini berbau harum.
EN: Infinitive as Object: The verb 'plan' is followed by a 'to-infinitive' (to stay) which functions as the direct object of the sentence, indicating a future intention.
Bahasa Melayu: Infinif sebagai Objek: Kata kerja 'plan' diikuti oleh 'to-infinitive' (to stay), yang berfungsi sebagai objek kata kerja dalam ayat ini bagi menunjukkan niat atau rancangan masa hadapan.
They plan to travel to Japan next year.
Mereka merancang untuk melancong ke Jepun tahun hadapan.
EN: In immigration contexts, officers often use polite but direct questions. Responding with 'That sounds wonderful' is a friendly way for the officer to build rapport before asking for specific details like the duration of stay.
EN: The Present Perfect tense (have + past participle) is used here to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time in the past and has a result in the present (the hotel is currently booked).
Bahasa Melayu: Present Perfect Tense (have + past participle) digunakan di sini untuk menceritakan tindakan yang berlaku pada masa lalu yang tidak dinyatakan secara spesifik, dan tindakan tersebut memberi kesan atau hasil kepada masa kini (bilik hotel telah selesai ditempah buat masa ini).
I have finished my homework already.
Saya telah pun menyiapkan kerja rumah saya.
EN: The word 'duration' is a formal noun used to describe the length of time something lasts, often followed by the preposition 'of'.
Bahasa Melayu: 'Duration' ialah kata nama formal yang digunakan untuk menerangkan tempoh masa sesuatu itu berlarutan. Ia biasanya diikuti dengan kata sendi nama 'of'.
The duration of the movie is two hours.
Tempoh masa filem ini ialah dua jam.
EN: When entering a foreign country, immigration officers often ask for proof of accommodation. Mentioning that you have 'booked a hotel already' helps demonstrate that you have clear plans and are a legitimate tourist.
EN: Present Perfect Tense (Experience): The structure 'Have + subject + past participle' is used to ask about life experiences occurring at an unspecified time in the past.
Bahasa Melayu: Present Perfect Tense (Pengalaman): Struktur 'Have + subject + past participle' digunakan untuk bertanyakan pengalaman hidup yang berlaku pada bila-bila masa yang tidak spesifik di masa lalu.
Have you seen this movie before?
Pernahkah awak menonton filem ini sebelum ini?
EN: Adverb 'Before': In present perfect questions, 'before' is often placed at the end of the sentence to emphasize that the action occurred at any point prior to the present moment.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Keterangan 'Before': Dalam soalan bentuk present perfect, 'before' selalunya diletakkan di akhir ayat untuk menekankan sama ada tindakan itu pernah berlaku pada bila-bila masa sebelum sekarang.
I have never tasted this dish before.
Saya tidak pernah mencuba hidangan ini sebelum ini.
EN: At immigration, officers use this question to determine if you are a returning visitor or a first-time traveler, which helps them assess your familiarity with local laws and customs.
EN: Present Perfect Tense (Experience): The structure 'have + past participle' (never been) is used to describe an experience that occurred at an unspecified time before now.
Bahasa Melayu: Present Perfect Tense (Pengalaman): Struktur 'have + past participle' (never been) digunakan untuk menerangkan pengalaman sehingga ke masa kini pada bila-bila masa yang tidak spesifik.
I have never seen this movie before.
Saya tidak pernah menonton filem ini sebelum ini.
EN: Coordinating Conjunction 'so': Used to connect two independent clauses where the second clause is the result or consequence of the first.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Hubung Pancangan 'so': Digunakan untuk menghubungkan dua klausa bebas di mana klausa kedua merupakan hasil atau akibat daripada klausa pertama.
It was raining, so we stayed home.
Hari hujan ketika itu, jadi kami tinggal di rumah.
EN: In immigration contexts, expressing positive emotions like 'excited' is common for tourists, but it's important to remain polite and clear. Using 'never been here before' helps the officer understand why you might be unfamiliar with certain procedures.
EN: The verb 'need' is followed by a 'to-infinitive' (to + base verb) when it expresses a requirement or necessity to perform an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'need' diikuti oleh 'to-infinitive' (to + kata kerja dasar) apabila ia menyatakan keperluan untuk melakukan sesuatu tindakan.
I need to check your identification.
Saya perlu menyemak dokumen pengenalan diri awak.
EN: The pronoun 'anything' is used in questions to ask about the existence of something, and it is often followed by a to-infinitive (to declare) to function as an adjective describing the noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata ganti nama 'anything' digunakan dalam soalan untuk bertanyakan kewujudan sesuatu perkara. Ia diikuti oleh kata kerja tak tentu (to declare) yang berfungsi sebagai kata sifat untuk menerangkan kata ganti nama tersebut, iaitu perkara yang 'perlu diisytiharkan'.
Do you have anything to eat?
Adakah anda mempunyai sebarang makanan untuk dimakan?
EN: In customs and immigration, 'to declare' specifically means to officially state that you are carrying goods that may be subject to taxes or restrictions (like food, alcohol, or large amounts of cash). Most airports have 'Red Channels' for people with items to declare and 'Green Channels' for those with nothing to declare.
EN: Indirect Questions: When a question is embedded within a statement, the word order follows a standard declarative sentence (Subject + Verb) rather than the interrogative form. Here, 'what items need to be declared' acts as the object of 'sure'.
Bahasa Melayu: Soalan Tak Direct: Apabila soalan terkandung di dalam sesebuah penyataan, susunan perkataan mesti mengikut bentuk penyataan standard (subjek + kata kerja), dan bukannya bentuk soalan. Di sini, 'what items need to be declared' berfungsi sebagai objek kepada 'sure'.
I don't know where the airport is.
Saya tidak tahu di mana lapangan terbang itu terletak.
EN: Passive Voice: The structure 'be + past participle' (to be declared) is used when the action is performed on the subject (items) rather than by the subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Ragam Pasif: Struktur 'be + past participle' (to be declared) digunakan apabila tindakan dilakukan ke atas subjek (barangan) dan bukannya dilakukan oleh subjek itu sendiri.
The form must be signed by you.
Borang ini mesti ditandatangani oleh awak.
EN: In many countries, customs officers appreciate honesty. If you are unsure whether an item should be declared, it is always better to ask 'Can you help me?' or 'Do I need to declare this?' to avoid potential fines or legal issues.
EN: The modal verb 'must' is used to express strong obligation or necessity, often based on laws or official rules. It is followed by the base form of the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'must' digunakan untuk menunjukkan kewajipan atau keperluan yang kuat, selalunya berasaskan undang-undang atau peraturan rasmi. Ia diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar.
You must wear a seatbelt while driving.
Awak mesti memakai tali pinggang keledar semasa memandu.
EN: The Oxford Comma (serial comma) is used before the conjunction 'and' in a list of three or more items to ensure clarity.
Bahasa Melayu: Koma Oxford (serial comma) digunakan sebelum kata hubung 'and' dalam senarai tiga atau lebih perkara untuk memastikan maksud ayat adalah jelas.
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
Saya membeli epal, oren, dan pisang.
EN: Customs regulations vary by country. 'Declare' refers to the legal act of informing customs officials about goods you are bringing into a country that may be subject to tax or restrictions.
EN: The preposition 'as' is used to describe the purpose or function of something. In this context, it indicates that the chocolate serves the role of a gift.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'as' digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan tujuan atau fungsi sesuatu perkara. Dalam konteks ini, ia menunjukkan bahawa coklat tersebut dibawakan sebagai 'hadiah'.
She works as a volunteer at the local hospital.
Dia berkhidmat sebagai sukarelawan di hospital tempatan.
EN: The Past Simple tense ('brought') is used to describe a completed action that happened before the current conversation at the immigration counter.
Bahasa Melayu: Past Simple Tense ('brought') digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai sebelum perbualan di kaunter imigresen ini berlaku.
I brought my umbrella because it was raining earlier.
Saya membawa payung kerana hari hujan tadi.
EN: When entering a country, 'prohibited items' usually refer to illegal goods, while 'restricted items' might be allowed in limited quantities. Chocolate is generally considered a 'processed food' and is safe, but fresh fruits or meats are strictly controlled to prevent pests.
EN: The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that provides a reason or explanation for the main clause.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'because' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa pancangan yang memberikan sebab atau penjelasan bagi klausa utama.
I stayed home because it was raining.
Saya tinggal di rumah kerana hari hujan.
EN: A 'Noun Phrase' can be formed by combining an adjective (processed), a noun modifier (food), and a head noun (product) to describe a specific category of item.
Bahasa Melayu: 'Frasa Kata Nama' boleh dibentuk dengan menggabungkan kata sifat (processed), kata nama penerang (food), dan kata nama teras (product) untuk menerangkan sesuatu item secara khusus.
This is a high-quality electronic device.
Ini ialah peranti elektronik yang berkualiti tinggi.
EN: In customs regulations, 'processed food' (like chocolate or canned goods) is often treated differently than 'fresh food' (like fruit or raw meat). Fresh items are strictly controlled to prevent the spread of pests and diseases, while commercially packaged processed foods are generally allowed.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used here ('has been stamped') to show that the action was performed on the subject (the passport) by someone else (the officer).
Bahasa Melayu: Ragam Pasif (be + past participle) digunakan di sini ('has been stamped') untuk menunjukkan bahawa tindakan tersebut dilakukan oleh orang lain (pegawai) ke atas subjek (pasport).
The letter has been sent to the manager.
Surat ini telah dihantar kepada pengurus.
EN: Linking Verbs (like 'look') are followed by adjectives to describe the state of the subject. 'Good' describes the condition of 'Everything'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Kerja Penghubung (seperti 'look') diikuti oleh kata sifat untuk menerangkan keadaan subjek. 'Good' di sini menerangkan keadaan 'Everything'.
The cake smells delicious.
Kek ini berbau harum.
EN: In immigration contexts, 'Everything looks good' is a standard phrase used by officers to signal that your documents are in order and you are cleared to enter. The physical or digital 'stamp' is the official proof of entry.
EN: The Present Perfect Tense (have/has + past participle) is used here to describe a state that started in the past and has continued up to the present moment of the conversation.
Bahasa Melayu: Present Perfect Tense (have/has + past participle) digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan keadaan yang bermula pada masa lalu dan berterusan sehingga saat perbualan ini.
You have been very patient with me today.
Awak sangat bersabar dengan saya sepanjang hari ini.
EN: The phrase 'Thank you so much for [noun/gerund]' is a common pattern used to express deep gratitude for a specific action or thing.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola ayat 'Thank you so much for [noun/gerund]' ialah ungkapan lazim yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan penghargaan yang mendalam atas sesuatu tindakan atau perkara spesifik.
Thank you so much for the delicious dinner.
Terima kasih banyak atas jamuan makan malam yang sedap ini.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is polite to explicitly thank service workers (like immigration officers) after a helpful interaction. Adding 'You have been very kind' personalizes the gratitude and is seen as very courteous.
EN: The verb 'hope' is often followed by a 'that-clause' which functions as the direct object. In spoken English, the conjunction 'that' is frequently omitted without changing the meaning.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'hope' selalunya diikuti oleh 'that-clause' yang berfungsi sebagai objek kata kerja. Dalam pertuturan harian, kata hubung 'that' kerap digugurkan tanpa mengubah maksud ayat.
I hope that you have a safe flight.
Saya harap penerbangan anda selamat.
EN: The word 'stay' can function as a noun meaning the period of time spent in a place. It is often preceded by a possessive adjective like 'your' or 'my'.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'stay' boleh berfungsi sebagai kata nama yang bermaksud tempoh masa yang dihabiskan di sesuatu tempat. Ia biasanya didahului oleh kata ganti nama kepunyaan seperti 'your' atau 'my'.
We enjoyed our stay at the mountain resort.
Kami amat menikmati tempoh penginapan kami di resort tanah tinggi itu.
EN: In Western culture, especially in service industries like immigration or hospitality, 'You are welcome' is the most standard response to 'Thank you'. Following it with a well-wish like 'Enjoy your stay' is a common way to signal the end of a professional interaction while remaining polite.
EN: Ellipsis in auxiliary verbs: In the phrase 'I am sure I will', the main verb 'enjoy my stay' is omitted because it was mentioned in the previous speaker's sentence. This is a common way to avoid repetition in English conversation.
Bahasa Melayu: Pelimpatan kata kerja bantu: Dalam ungkapan 'I am sure I will', kata kerja utama 'enjoy my stay' digugurkan kerana ia telah disebutkan oleh penutur sebelumnya. Ini merupakan cara lazim dalam perbualan Bahasa Inggeris untuk mengelakkan pengulangan.
A: Will you come to the party? B: I'm sure I will.
A: Adakah awak akan datang ke parti itu? B: Saya pasti saya akan datang.
EN: Imperative mood for well-wishing: 'Have a nice day' uses the imperative form (starting with a verb) not as a command, but as a conventional formula for expressing a wish or desire for someone's benefit.
Bahasa Melayu: Mod perintah untuk ucapan selamat: 'Have a nice day' menggunakan bentuk perintah (bermula dengan kata kerja), tetapi ia berfungsi sebagai ucapan selamat yang mesra dan bukannya arahan.
Have a safe flight!
Selamat penerbangan!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, especially in North America, 'Have a nice day' is a standard, polite way to end an interaction with service staff or officials (like immigration officers). It signals a friendly conclusion to the business at hand.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: imigresen; pemeriksaan imigresen
Dalam konteks: pasport
Dalam konteks: tujuan
Dalam konteks: pelancongan; kembara
Dalam konteks: tempoh masa; jangka masa
Dalam konteks: bagasi; barang kargo
Dalam konteks: mengisytiharkan (barangan bercukai dll.)
Dalam konteks: dilarang; diharamkan
Dalam konteks: diproses
Dalam konteks: dicap; ditera
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
A form that international passengers must complete before entering a country.
Kad ketibaan
To complete a form or document by providing information.
Mengisi
A standard question used by customs officers to ask if a traveler is carrying items that must be taxed or are restricted.
Ada apa-apa untuk diisytiharkan?
Food that is typical of a particular area or region.
Makanan tempatan
To make an official statement of goods or money brought into a country to customs officials.
Mengisytiharkan
The act of an official placing an ink mark in a passport to authorize entry or exit.
Dicap (Imigresen)
The specific legal category under which a traveler is seeking entry (e.g., tourism, business, study).
Tujuan lawatan