EN: Use 'How are you?' to ask about someone's well-being or current state. It is the most common way to start a conversation after saying hello.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'How are you?' untuk menanyakan kabar atau keadaan seseorang saat ini. Ini adalah cara yang paling umum digunakan untuk memulai percakapan setelah menyapa.
How are you today?
Bagaimana kabarmu hari ini?
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, 'How are you?' is often used as a polite greeting rather than a deep question about one's health. A common short answer is 'Good, thanks!'
EN: Use 'I am' followed by an adjective to describe your current state or feelings.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "I am" yang diikuti oleh kata sifat untuk menggambarkan kondisi atau perasaanmu saat ini.
I am happy.
Saya sangat senang.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'I am good' is a very common, informal response to 'How are you?', even though 'I am well' is technically more grammatically correct for health.
EN: Use 'Can we' at the beginning of a sentence to ask for permission or to suggest doing something together.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'Can we' di awal kalimat untuk meminta izin atau mengusulkan untuk melakukan sesuatu bersama-sama.
Can we eat lunch now?
Bolehkah kita makan siang sekarang?
EN: In Western workplace culture, it is common to ask for permission before starting a professional discussion to respect the other person's schedule.
EN: Use 'What is it about?' to ask for more details or the topic of a conversation, book, or movie.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'What is it about?' untuk menanyakan detail lebih lanjut atau topik dari suatu percakapan, buku, maupun film.
I saw a new movie. What is it about?
Saya menonton film baru. Film itu menceritakan tentang apa?
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, 'Sure!' is a very common and friendly way to agree to a request, showing that you are approachable.
EN: Use 'It is' to talk about time, weather, or a specific situation. In this case, 'It' does not refer to a specific object but acts as a placeholder to introduce the time or event.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'It is' untuk membicarakan waktu, cuaca, atau situasi tertentu. Dalam hal ini, 'It' tidak merujuk pada benda secara spesifik, melainkan berfungsi sebagai subjek semu untuk menunjukkan waktu atau peristiwa.
It is dinner time.
Sekarang waktunya makan malam.
EN: In many Western companies, a 'performance review' is a formal meeting where an employee and their manager discuss work achievements and goals. It is a key part of professional growth and salary discussions.
EN: To ask a question with 'you' and a verb like 'have', we put 'Do' at the beginning of the sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Ketika subjeknya adalah 'you' dan kalimat menggunakan kata kerja (seperti 'have'), kita meletakkan 'Do' di awal kalimat untuk membentuk kalimat tanya.
Do you have a pen?
Apakah kamu punya pulpen?
EN: In professional settings, 'goals' often refer to specific targets set during a performance review to measure success.
EN: Use 'want' followed by a noun to express a desire for something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'want' yang diikuti kata benda untuk mengungkapkan keinginan akan sesuatu.
I want a coffee.
Saya mau secangkir kopi.
EN: In many Western workplaces, being direct about your career goals (like wanting a promotion) is seen as a positive sign of ambition and clarity.
EN: Use 'That is a/an + adjective + noun' to give a positive opinion about something someone just said.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan pola kalimat 'That is a/an + kata sifat + kata benda' untuk memberikan tanggapan atau kesan positif terhadap apa yang baru saja dikatakan orang lain.
That is a beautiful house!
Itu rumah yang bagus!
EN: In Western workplace culture, colleagues often use enthusiastic language like 'great' or 'excellent' to encourage each other and build confidence.
EN: Use 'need' followed by a noun to express that something is necessary or required.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'need' yang diikuti kata benda untuk menyatakan bahwa sesuatu itu penting atau diperlukan.
You need a pen.
Kamu membutuhkan pulpen.
EN: In Western workplaces, 'self-evaluation' is a common part of performance reviews where employees reflect on their own achievements before meeting their manager.
EN: Use 'What is...?' to ask for the definition or meaning of a word or concept.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'What is...?' untuk menanyakan definisi atau arti dari suatu kata atau konsep.
What is a promotion?
Apa itu promosi jabatan?
EN: In Western workplaces, self-evaluation is a standard part of performance reviews where employees reflect on their own achievements before meeting with their manager.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense to describe regular actions or general facts. The structure is: Subject + Verb + Object.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan Present Simple tense untuk mendeskripsikan tindakan rutin atau fakta umum. Struktur kalimatnya adalah: Subjek + Kata Kerja + Objek.
You read books every day.
Kamu belajar setiap hari.
EN: In Western workplaces, 'self-evaluation' is a common part of performance reviews where employees are expected to be honest about both their achievements and areas for growth.
EN: In casual conversation, you can ask a question by using a statement word order and raising your voice at the end.
Bahasa Indonesia: Dalam percakapan santai, Anda dapat mengajukan pertanyaan cukup dengan menggunakan susunan kata kalimat pernyataan dan menaikkan nada suara di akhir kalimat.
You like coffee?
Apakah Anda suka kopi?
EN: In Western workplace culture, self-evaluations are common. It is important to balance both achievements and areas for growth to show self-awareness.
EN: The phrase 'areas for improvement' is a common way to talk about things you can do better without using negative words like 'bad' or 'mistakes'.
Bahasa Indonesia: 'areas for improvement' adalah frasa umum yang digunakan untuk mengungkapkan "hal-hal yang perlu ditingkatkan". Ini terdengar lebih profesional dan positif daripada langsung menyebutnya "kekurangan" atau "kesalahan".
I have some areas for improvement in my English.
Bahasa Inggris saya memiliki beberapa area yang perlu ditingkatkan.
EN: In Western workplace culture, performance reviews focus on both strengths and 'areas for improvement'. Using this term shows a 'growth mindset', which is highly valued.
EN: Use 'be + nervous about + noun' to describe what makes you feel worried or anxious.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'be + nervous about + kata benda' untuk mendeskripsikan siapa atau apa yang membuat Anda merasa khawatir atau cemas.
He is nervous about the test.
Dia merasa gugup menghadapi ujian.
EN: In Western workplaces, 'feedback' is seen as a tool for growth. It is common to discuss both strengths and weaknesses openly during performance reviews.
EN: When using the verb 'help', you can follow it with a person and then another verb. The second verb can be in its base form (without 'to').
Bahasa Indonesia: Saat menggunakan kata kerja 'help', Anda dapat mengikutinya dengan orang lalu kata kerja lain. Kata kerja kedua ini dapat menggunakan kata kerja bentuk dasar (tidak perlu menggunakan 'to').
Music helps me relax.
Musik membantu saya rileks.
EN: In Western workplace culture, 'feedback' is seen as a positive tool for professional development rather than just criticism. It is common to discuss both strengths and 'areas for improvement' during performance reviews.
EN: Use 'What if...?' to ask about a possible future situation or worry.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'What if...?' untuk menanyakan situasi yang mungkin terjadi di masa depan atau hal yang dikhawatirkan, yang berarti "Bagaimana jika...?"
What if it rains?
Bagaimana jika hujan?
EN: In a workplace context, asking 'What if' shows that you are thinking about potential challenges, which can be seen as being prepared.
EN: Use 'is not' to make a sentence negative when using the verb 'to be'. It tells us that something is not true or not a certain way.
Bahasa Indonesia: Saat menggunakan kata kerja 'to be', tambahkan 'not' setelah 'is' untuk membuat kalimat negatif. Ini menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu "bukan" atau "tidak" dalam keadaan tertentu.
The coffee is not hot.
Kopi ini tidak panas.
EN: In Western workplace culture, feedback (even if negative) is often viewed as a constructive tool for professional growth rather than a personal attack.
EN: Use the phrase 'areas for improvement' to talk about things you can do better. It sounds more professional and positive than saying 'weaknesses'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan frasa 'areas for improvement' untuk membicarakan hal-hal yang dapat Anda lakukan dengan lebih baik. Ini terdengar lebih profesional dan positif dibandingkan langsung menyebutnya 'weaknesses' (kelemahan).
The teacher pointed out areas for improvement in my essay.
Guru menunjukkan area yang perlu ditingkatkan dalam esai saya.
EN: In Western workplace culture, 'feedback' is seen as a tool for growth. Using phrases like 'areas for improvement' instead of 'mistakes' is a common way to maintain a growth mindset during performance reviews.
EN: Use 'make sense' to say that something is logical, easy to understand, or reasonable.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'make sense' untuk menyatakan bahwa sesuatu itu logis, mudah dipahami, atau masuk akal.
His plan makes sense.
Rencananya sangat masuk akal.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'That makes sense' is a polite way to show you are actively listening and understand the speaker's logic.
EN: This sentence uses the 'Imperative' form. When you want to give advice or an order, start the sentence with a verb and no subject (like 'I' or 'You').
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat ini menggunakan bentuk 'Imperative'. Saat Anda ingin memberikan saran atau perintah, kalimat langsung dimulai dengan kata kerja tanpa perlu menambahkan subjek (seperti I atau You).
Eat healthy food.
Makanlah makanan yang sehat.
EN: In Western workplace culture, 'setting clear goals' is a fundamental part of professional growth and performance reviews.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to express a desire or goal to do an action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'want to' yang diikuti kata kerja dasar untuk mengungkapkan keinginan atau tujuan melakukan suatu tindakan.
I want to learn English.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa Inggris.
EN: In Western workplace culture, expressing your career goals directly (like wanting a promotion or more responsibility) is often encouraged during performance reviews.
EN: Imperative sentences start with a verb to give instructions, advice, or commands. The subject 'you' is understood and omitted.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat imperatif (perintah) dimulai dengan kata kerja untuk memberikan instruksi, saran, atau perintah. Subjek 'you' biasanya dihilangkan.
Read this book.
Baca buku ini.
EN: In Western workplace culture, a 'performance review' is a formal process where employees and managers discuss goals and achievements. Being proactive and writing down your own goals is highly encouraged.
EN: Use 'will' to talk about a decision you just made at the moment of speaking.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'will' untuk mengungkapkan keputusan yang baru saja Anda buat pada saat berbicara.
I will call you later.
Saya akan meneleponmu nanti.
EN: In Western workplace culture, showing enthusiasm and a 'can-do' attitude (like saying 'I will do that') is highly valued during performance reviews.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a basic verb to talk about things that will happen in the future or to show confidence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'will' yang diikuti dengan kata kerja dasar untuk membicarakan hal-hal yang akan terjadi di masa depan, atau untuk menunjukkan keyakinan terhadap sesuatu.
You will win the game.
Kamu akan memenangkan pertandingan ini.
EN: In Western workplace culture, colleagues often use positive affirmations like this to support each other's career goals and build confidence.
EN: Use 'a lot' after a verb to show that an action happens frequently or to a great degree.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'a lot' setelah kata kerja untuk menunjukkan bahwa suatu tindakan sering dilakukan atau berintensitas tinggi.
I study a lot.
Saya banyak membaca.
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, expressing gratitude directly and specifically (like saying 'you help a lot') is very common and helps build positive relationships.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Evaluasi kinerja; peninjauan berkala yang dilakukan perusahaan terhadap kinerja karyawan
Dalam konteks: Promosi jabatan; kenaikan posisi atau jabatan
Dalam konteks: Evaluasi diri; penilaian terhadap kinerja diri sendiri
Dalam konteks: Peningkatan; hal-hal yang perlu ditingkatkan
Dalam konteks: Gugup; cemas atau khawatir
Dalam konteks: Umpan balik; masukan atau saran
Dalam konteks: Tumbuh; berkembang atau maju
Dalam konteks: Memimpin; mengarahkan
Dalam konteks: Proyek; rencana kerja
Dalam konteks: Tujuan; sasaran
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
Aspects of one's work or character that can be made better.
Hal-hal yang perlu ditingkatkan
To be logical or easy to understand.
Masuk akal
To decide what you want to achieve.
Menetapkan tujuan
A formal assessment in which a manager evaluates an employee's work performance and identifies strengths and weaknesses.
Penilaian kinerja / Evaluasi karyawan
The advancement of an employee to a higher rank or position in a company hierarchy.
Promosi jabatan / Kenaikan pangkat