EN: Use 'love to' followed by a base verb to talk about things you enjoy doing very much.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "love to" yang diikuti kata kerja dasar untuk mengungkapkan bahwa Anda sangat suka melakukan sesuatu.
I love to travel with my family.
Saya suka bepergian bersama keluarga saya.
EN: The phrase 'around the world' emphasizes that celebrating is a universal human activity, regardless of different cultures.
EN: Use 'Every' with a singular noun (country) and a singular verb (has) to talk about all members of a group.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Every" dengan kata benda tunggal (country) dan kata kerja tunggal (has) untuk membicarakan setiap anggota dalam suatu kelompok.
Every student has a book.
Setiap siswa memiliki sebuah buku.
EN: In many cultures, holidays are the primary time for family reunions, similar to how 'special days' are defined here as being 'for families'.
EN: Use 'some' as a pronoun to refer to a part of a group without repeating the noun (holidays).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'some' sebagai kata ganti untuk merujuk pada sebagian dari suatu kelompok tanpa mengulang kata bendanya (hari raya).
Some students like math, and some like art.
Beberapa siswa menyukai matematika, sedangkan yang lainnya menyukai seni.
EN: In English, repeating the same noun in a short sentence is often avoided. Using 'some' alone in the second half is a natural way to refer back to 'holidays'.
EN: The verb 'bring' followed by 'together' means to cause people to join or meet in one place.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'bring' yang diikuti oleh 'together' berarti "mengumpulkan" atau "membuat orang-orang berkumpul".
Music brings people together.
Musik menyatukan orang-orang.
EN: In many cultures, holidays are not just about time off work, but are essential social glues that strengthen community and family bonds.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a subject (Christmas) with a description (a popular holiday). This is the basic 'A is B' pattern.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek (Christmas) dengan deskripsi (a popular holiday). Ini adalah pola kalimat paling dasar "A adalah B".
Soccer is a popular sport in Brazil.
Sepak bola adalah olahraga yang populer di Brasil.
EN: While Christmas is a religious holiday for Christians, it has become a global cultural and commercial event celebrated by people of many different backgrounds.
EN: Use the preposition 'on' before specific dates (month + day).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan kata depan 'on' sebelum tanggal yang spesifik (bulan + tanggal).
My birthday is on July 10th.
Ulang tahun saya jatuh pada tanggal 10 Juli.
EN: December 25th is the fixed date for Christmas in Western Christianity, though some Orthodox traditions celebrate it in early January.
EN: Use 'each other' when two or more people do the same thing to one another.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "each other" (satu sama lain) ketika dua orang atau lebih melakukan hal yang sama satu sama lain.
We help each other with our homework.
Kami saling membantu mengerjakan PR.
EN: In many Western cultures, giving gifts is a central part of Christmas, symbolizing love and the spirit of sharing.
EN: Use 'be + excited + to + verb' to describe how someone feels about doing a specific action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "be + excited + to + verb" untuk menggambarkan perasaan antusias seseorang dalam melakukan sesuatu.
I am excited to see my friends tomorrow.
Saya sangat senang bisa bertemu dengan teman-teman saya besok.
EN: In many Western cultures, children wake up very early on Christmas morning to open gifts that were placed under the Christmas tree.
EN: Use 'and' to connect two actions (verbs) done by the same person or group.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'and' untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan (kata kerja) yang dilakukan oleh orang atau kelompok yang sama.
We watch movies and eat popcorn together.
Kami menonton film dan makan popcorn bersama.
EN: In many cultures, sharing a meal and singing are universal ways to build community and celebrate shared values during holidays.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (Chinese New Year) with a description or identity (an important tradition).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal (Chinese New Year) dengan deskripsi atau identitasnya (an important tradition).
Breakfast is an important meal in the morning.
Sarapan adalah santapan yang penting di pagi hari.
EN: While called 'Chinese New Year' in English, many Asian countries like Vietnam and Korea celebrate similar lunar festivals, often referred to collectively as the Lunar New Year.
EN: Use the preposition 'in' before months of the year.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan kata depan 'in' sebelum nama bulan (seperti Januari, Februari).
My birthday is in August.
Ulang tahun saya ada di bulan Agustus.
EN: The Chinese New Year follows the lunar calendar, which is why its date in the Gregorian calendar changes every year, typically falling between late January and mid-February.
EN: Use the word 'and' to connect two actions (verbs) done by the same person or group.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'and' untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan (kata kerja) yang dilakukan oleh orang atau kelompok yang sama.
They eat cake and sing songs.
Mereka makan kue dan bernyanyi.
EN: In Chinese culture, red symbolizes luck, joy, and prosperity. Red envelopes (hongbao) containing money are traditionally given during Lunar New Year to pass on blessings and good fortune.
EN: Use the preposition 'on' before specific days or dates, such as holidays or special evenings.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan kata depan 'on' sebelum hari atau tanggal yang spesifik (seperti Malam Tahun Baru atau hari H suatu festival).
We exchange gifts on Christmas Day.
Kami bertukar hadiah pada hari Natal.
EN: In Chinese culture, the New Year's Eve dinner (Reunion Dinner) is the most important meal of the year, symbolizing family unity and prosperity.
EN: Use 'There are' to say that more than one person or thing exists. It is followed by a plural noun.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "There are" untuk menyatakan bahwa ada lebih dari satu orang atau benda. Kata ini diikuti oleh kata benda jamak.
There are many books on the table.
Ada banyak buku di atas meja.
EN: Lion dances are a traditional form of dance in Chinese culture and other Asian countries, where performers mimic a lion's movements in a lion costume to bring good luck and fortune.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a subject (Diwali) with a description or definition (the festival of lights). This is the 'A is B' pattern.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek (Diwali) dengan deskripsi atau definisinya (the festival of lights). Ini adalah pola kalimat "A adalah B".
The moon is a natural satellite of the Earth.
Bulan adalah satelit alami bumi.
EN: Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in Indian culture, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
EN: Use the preposition 'in' before months of the year.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan kata depan "in" sebelum nama bulan (seperti Oktober, November).
My birthday is in August.
Ulang tahun saya ada di bulan Agustus.
EN: Diwali is a major Hindu festival known as the 'Festival of Lights'. Its date changes every year because it follows the lunar calendar, usually falling between mid-October and mid-November.
EN: Use 'around' to describe things located in different parts of a place or surrounding an area.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'around' untuk menggambarkan hal-hal yang terletak di berbagai bagian suatu tempat atau mengelilingi suatu area.
She put flowers around the garden.
Dia menaruh bunga di berbagai sudut taman.
EN: In the context of Diwali (the Hindu festival of lights), lighting small oil lamps called 'diyas' and candles symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
EN: Use 'and' to connect two actions (verbs) done by the same person or group.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'and' untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan (kata kerja) yang dilakukan oleh orang atau kelompok yang sama.
We play games and watch movies.
Kami bermain game dan menonton film.
EN: In many cultures, especially during festivals like Diwali, sharing sweets with neighbors is a symbol of spreading joy and maintaining good community relationships.
EN: Use 'more' before long adjectives (words with 2 or more syllables) and add 'than' to compare two things.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'more' sebelum kata sifat panjang (kata dengan 2 suku kata atau lebih) dan tambahkan 'than' untuk membandingkan dua hal.
This book is more interesting than that movie.
Buku ini is more interesting than film itu.
EN: Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important holidays in India. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, which is why 'brighter' is a key description.
EN: Use 'be verb' (am/is/are) to describe what something is or how it feels. In this sentence, 'are' connects the subject 'Holidays' to the description 'a wonderful time'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "be verb" (am/is/are) untuk menggambarkan keadaan atau sifat suatu hal. Dalam kalimat ini, "are" menghubungkan subjek "Holidays" dengan deskripsinya, "a wonderful time".
Apples are a healthy snack.
Apel adalah camilan yang sehat.
EN: In many cultures, holidays are not just days off work, but essential times for community bonding and preserving traditions.
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then a base verb (without 'to') to show who is being helped to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "help" dapat diikuti oleh objek lalu kata kerja dasar (tanpa 'to') untuk menunjukkan tindakan membantu seseorang melakukan sesuatu.
Music helps me relax after school.
Musik membantuku rileks setelah pulang sekolah.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, holidays are seen as essential links to the past, helping younger generations understand their heritage through food, stories, and rituals.
EN: Use 'will' to talk about things that are certain to happen in the future or to express a strong belief.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "will" untuk membicarakan hal-hal yang pasti akan terjadi di masa depan atau untuk mengungkapkan keyakinan yang kuat.
I will always help my friends.
Saya akan selalu membantu teman saya.
EN: In many cultures, holidays are not just about the event itself, but about strengthening social bonds and showing appreciation for loved ones.
EN: Use 'next time' as a connector to talk about what should happen when a future event occurs. The verb after 'next time' uses the present tense even though it refers to the future.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "next time" sebagai kata penghubung untuk membicarakan apa yang harus dilakukan saat suatu acara terjadi lagi di masa depan. Meskipun merujuk ke masa depan, kata kerja setelah "next time" menggunakan bentuk present tense.
Next time you visit me, we will go to the park.
Lain kali kamu datang menemuiku, kita akan pergi ke taman bersama.
EN: In many cultures, holidays are seen as a time to pause work and focus on emotional well-being and social connections. The sentence reflects a common positive sentiment shared during festive seasons.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Merasakan gembira atau merayakan, yaitu mengadakan kegiatan untuk memperingati hari atau peristiwa khusus.
Dalam konteks: Tradisi, yaitu adat istiadat, kepercayaan, atau kebiasaan yang diwariskan dari generasi ke generasi.
Dalam konteks: Antusias atau bersemangat, merasa sangat senang atau tidak sabar menantikan sesuatu.
Dalam konteks: Amplop, dalam teks ini merujuk pada amplop merah (angpao) yang digunakan untuk mengisi uang.
Dalam konteks: Festival atau perayaan, biasanya merujuk pada kegiatan perayaan dengan tema tertentu.
Dalam konteks: Tetangga, orang yang tinggal di dekat rumah kita.
Dalam konteks: Penuh warna atau kaya warna, terdiri dari berbagai macam warna.
Dalam konteks: Kebudayaan atau budaya, yaitu pemikiran, adat istiadat, dan kesenian dari suatu masyarakat atau kelompok.
Dalam konteks: Alasan atau sebab.
Dalam konteks: Populer atau terkenal, disukai oleh banyak orang.
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To cause people to gather or unite in one place or for one purpose.
Menyatukan orang-orang
Used to refer to two or more people being the object of the same action.
Satu sama lain
The last day of the year, the day before New Year's Day.
Malam Tahun Baru
To give or distribute candies and desserts to others.
Berbagi makanan manis/permen
Small red packets containing money given as gifts during Chinese New Year to symbolize good luck.
Angpao
A traditional performance in Asian cultures where performers mimic a lion's movements in a costume to bring good luck.
Barongsai
The common English name for Diwali, a major Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
Festival Cahaya (Diwali)
In the context of Indian festivals, this refers to 'Mithai', a category of traditional Indian confectionery made with milk, sugar, and nuts.
Manisan (India)