EN: Use the past simple tense (won) to talk about a completed action that happened at a specific time in the past (this week).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan past simple tense (won) untuk membicarakan tindakan yang sudah selesai yang terjadi pada waktu tertentu di masa lalu (minggu ini).
Our team won the football game yesterday.
Tim kami memenangkan pertandingan sepak bola kemarin.
EN: In the UK, a 'bistro' usually refers to a small, informal, and cozy restaurant serving French-style food. Winning a national 'restaurant of the year' award is a massive achievement, especially for a small establishment located above a traditional pub, as it challenges the dominance of high-end, expensive fine-dining restaurants.
EN: We use 'is called' to give the name of a person, place, or thing. It is a simple passive pattern (be + called) that means 'has the name'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan "is called" untuk memberikan nama seseorang, tempat, atau benda. Ini adalah pola pasif sederhana (be + called), yang berarti "dinamakan" atau "disebut".
My dog is called Max.
Anjing saya bernama Max.
EN: The name 'Bouchon Racine' has French origins. In France, a 'bouchon' is a type of traditional restaurant found in Lyon, known for serving hearty meat dishes and a warm, convivial atmosphere. 'Racine' means 'root' in French, suggesting a return to traditional culinary roots.
EN: Use 'above' to describe something that is in a higher position than another object, without touching it directly.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "above" untuk mendeskripsikan sesuatu yang berada di posisi lebih tinggi daripada objek lain, tetapi keduanya tidak bersentuhan langsung (di atas).
Our apartment is above a bakery.
Apartemen kami berada di atas sebuah toko roti.
EN: In the UK, it is very common for historic buildings to have a traditional pub on the ground floor and a separate restaurant or dining room upstairs. Farringdon is a historic area in central London known for its food scene and markets.
EN: We use the Past Simple tense (opened, became) to talk about completed actions in the past. When linking two past actions that happened around the same time, we can connect them with 'and'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan Past Simple tense (opened, became) untuk membicarakan tindakan yang sudah selesai di masa lalu. Saat menghubungkan dua tindakan yang terjadi sekitar waktu yang sama di masa lalu, kita bisa menggunakan "and" untuk menghubungkannya.
She arrived at the party and met her friends.
Dia tiba di pesta dan bertemu dengan teman-temannya.
EN: The verb 'own' is a state verb (stative verb). It describes a state of possession, not an action. We do not usually use it in the continuous form (e.g., we say 'they own', not 'they are owning').
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "own" (memiliki) adalah kata kerja keadaan (stative verb). Ia menggambarkan keadaan kepemilikan, bukan tindakan. Kita biasanya tidak menggunakan bentuk progresif (misalnya, kita katakan "they own", bukan "they are owning").
My parents own a small house near the park.
Orang tua saya memiliki sebuah rumah kecil di dekat taman.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs and bistros are run as joint ventures by business partners or friends. The word 'bistro' is borrowed from French, referring to a small, casual, and cozy restaurant serving simple meals.
EN: To talk about someone's age, we use the structure: [Subject] + [be verb (am/is/are)] + [age number] + (years old). The phrase 'years old' is optional and often omitted in casual conversation.
Bahasa Indonesia: Untuk membicarakan usia seseorang, kita menggunakan struktur: [Subjek] + [kata kerja be (am/is/are)] + [angka usia] + (years old). "years old" bisa dihilangkan; dalam percakapan sehari-hari, seringkali hanya menyebut angkanya saja.
My sister is 25 years old, and my brother is 20.
Kakak perempuan saya berusia 25 tahun, dan adik laki-laki saya berusia 20 tahun.
EN: In English-speaking countries, it is common to state ages directly in news articles to give context about the people involved, though in personal social situations, asking about age directly can sometimes be considered impolite.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used to talk about facts, habits, or regular actions. In this sentence, 'serve' is in the present simple because it describes a regular service of the restaurant.
Bahasa Indonesia: Present Simple tense digunakan untuk membicarakan fakta, kebiasaan, atau tindakan yang terjadi secara teratur. Dalam kalimat ini, 'serve' (menyajikan) menggunakan Present Simple karena menggambarkan layanan yang terus-menerus dan teratur yang diberikan restoran ini.
They speak English at home.
Mereka berbicara bahasa Inggris di rumah.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'French cooking' or 'French cuisine' is highly respected and often associated with classic, high-quality culinary techniques. Traditional bistros focus on simple, hearty, and authentic dishes rather than modern fusion food.
EN: The pattern 'be famous for' is used to describe the reason why someone or something is well-known. It is followed by a noun or a gerund (verb-ing).
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "be famous for" digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan alasan mengapa seseorang atau sesuatu terkenal. Diikuti oleh kata benda atau gerund (verb-ing).
The city is famous for its beautiful beaches.
Kota ini terkenal karena pantainya yang indah.
EN: In the UK and France, a 'long lunch' is a traditional dining habit where people spend several hours enjoying their food, wine, and conversation, contrasting with the quick lunches common in modern fast-paced work environments.
EN: Using 'and' to connect two nouns or noun phrases. In this sentence, 'and' connects 'the French cuisine' and 'the warm feeling inside' as two things that people love.
Bahasa Indonesia: Menggunakan "and" untuk menghubungkan dua kata benda atau frasa benda. Dalam kalimat ini, "and" menghubungkan "the French cuisine" (masakan Prancis) dengan "the warm feeling inside" (perasaan hangat di dalam), sebagai dua hal yang disukai orang.
I like the hot tea and the sweet cake.
Saya suka teh panas dan kue manis.
EN: In the UK, traditional French bistros are highly valued for their cozy, unpretentious atmosphere (often referred to as 'warm feeling') and classic comfort food, offering a contrast to modern, fast-paced dining trends.
EN: The pattern 'be + adjective + to + verb' is used to express feelings or reactions to an action. In this sentence, 'were very surprised to win' shows how the owners felt about winning.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "be + adjective + to + verb" digunakan untuk mengekspresikan perasaan atau reaksi terhadap suatu tindakan. Dalam kalimat ini, "were very surprised to win" menunjukkan perasaan pemilik restoran terhadap memenangkan penghargaan.
She was very happy to hear the good news.
Dia sangat senang mendengar kabar baik itu.
EN: We use 'thought' followed by 'would' to talk about what we expected or planned in the past. It is the past tense version of 'think + will'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan "thought" diikuti oleh "would" untuk membicarakan apa yang kita harapkan atau rencanakan di masa lalu. Ini adalah bentuk lampau dari "think + will".
She thought she would arrive at five o'clock.
Dia tadinya mengira akan tiba pukul lima.
EN: In the UK, restaurant awards like the National Restaurant Awards are highly competitive. For a small, newly opened bistro to reach the top 20 is already considered a massive achievement, which is why the owners were so surprised to win first place.
EN: Use 'expect + to + verb' to talk about what you think will happen in the future.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "expect + to + verb" untuk membicarakan apa yang kamu pikir akan terjadi di masa depan.
We expect to arrive at five o'clock.
Kami memperkirakan akan tiba pada pukul lima.
EN: In British culture, winning a major national award is a huge achievement, especially for a small, traditional bistro. The phrase 'number one' highlights their unexpected rise to the very top of the UK restaurant scene.
EN: The pattern 'choose someone as something' is used to show that someone has been selected to have a specific role, title, or position.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "choose someone as something" digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang telah dipilih untuk peran, gelar, atau posisi tertentu (memilih seseorang sebagai...).
They chose her as the team leader.
Mereka memilihnya sebagai pemimpin tim.
EN: In the UK, national restaurant awards carry significant prestige, often transforming small, local establishments into fully-booked culinary destinations overnight. Winning such an award is a major achievement for independent bistros.
EN: The pattern 'want to + verb' is used to express a desire or intention to do an action. 'Want' is the main verb, and it is followed by an infinitive (to + verb).
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "want to + verb" digunakan untuk mengekspresikan keinginan atau niat untuk melakukan suatu tindakan. Di sini, "want" adalah kata kerja utama, diikuti oleh infinitive (to + verb).
She wants to learn English.
Dia ingin belajar bahasa Inggris.
EN: In the modern digital age, many restaurants rely heavily on online booking systems. The bistro's decision to return to phone calls and text messages reflects a growing trend of 'digital detox' and a desire for more personal, human connection in the hospitality industry.
EN: The verb 'stop' is followed by a verb ending in '-ing' (gerund) to mean that someone ceases doing an action. For example, 'stop taking' means you do not take them anymore.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "stop" (berhenti) diikuti oleh kata kerja berakhiran '-ing' (gerund) untuk menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu yang sedang berlangsung atau kebiasaan dihentikan. Misalnya "stop taking" berarti tidak lagi menerima.
She wants to stop eating fast food.
Dia ingin berhenti makan makanan cepat saji.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs and small bistros are moving away from fully automated online booking systems. This is because 'no-shows' (people who book but do not come) hurt small businesses financially. Returning to phone calls or text messages helps owners build a personal connection with customers.
EN: The pattern 'want + someone + to + verb' is used to express what you would like another person to do.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "want + someone + to + verb" digunakan untuk mengekspresikan apa yang kamu ingin orang lain lakukan.
She wants me to help her.
Dia ingin saya membantunya.
EN: In the UK and many parts of Europe, some traditional or high-end restaurants are moving away from online booking systems. This is to reduce 'no-shows' (people who book but do not come) and to bring back a more personal, human connection with their customers.
EN: Use 'but' to connect two contrasting ideas. In this sentence, it connects the action of booking many tables with the contrasting action of only showing up to one.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "but" (tetapi) untuk menghubungkan dua ide yang berlawanan. Dalam kalimat ini, ia menghubungkan situasi yang berlawanan antara "memesan banyak meja" dan "hanya datang sekali".
She wanted to buy the dress but she did not have enough money.
Dia ingin membeli gaun itu, tetapi dia tidak punya cukup uang.
EN: In the UK and many Western countries, 'no-shows' (people who book a table but do not show up) are a major financial problem for small restaurants. This is why some restaurants are moving away from online booking systems or starting to ask for credit card details to secure a booking.
EN: Using 'and' to connect two adjectives (empty and wasted) to describe the state of a noun (the other tables).
Bahasa Indonesia: Menggunakan "and" (dan) untuk menghubungkan dua kata sifat (empty dan wasted) untuk mendeskripsikan keadaan kata benda (the other tables).
The room was cold and dark.
Ruangan itu dingin dan gelap.
EN: In the UK restaurant industry, 'no-shows' (people who book tables but do not show up) are a major financial problem. This is why many restaurants are moving away from online booking systems or requiring credit card deposits.
EN: We use 'there is' to say that something exists. 'Still' means that the situation has not changed and continues to exist.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan "there is" untuk menyatakan bahwa sesuatu itu ada. "Still" berarti situasi tidak berubah, masih terus ada.
There is still some milk in the fridge.
Masih ada sedikit susu di dalam kulkas.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs have historic names like 'Three Compasses'. It is also very common in British cities for a building to have a traditional pub on the ground floor (downstairs) and a separate restaurant or venue upstairs.
EN: We use the preposition 'for' followed by a noun (like 'drinks', 'lunch', or 'a walk') to show the purpose of an action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan preposisi "for" diikuti oleh kata benda (seperti "drinks", "lunch", atau "a walk") untuk menunjukkan tujuan dari suatu tindakan.
We went to the park for a run.
Kami pergi ke taman untuk berlari.
EN: In the UK, going 'for drinks' after work is a very common social custom. It is a relaxed way for colleagues to chat and unwind in a local pub before heading home.
EN: The verb 'feel' is a linking verb. When we want to compare how something feels to a noun, we use the pattern 'feel + like + noun'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "feel" (merasa) adalah kata kerja penghubung. Ketika kita ingin membandingkan bagaimana sesuatu terasa dengan sebuah kata benda, kita menggunakan pola "feel + like + noun".
This soft blanket feels like a warm hug.
Selimut lembut ini terasa seperti pelukan yang hangat.
EN: In London, many historic pubs have a separate dining room upstairs. While the ground floor (downstairs) is usually a lively, noisy place for drinking beer, the upstairs area is often transformed into a quiet, cozy restaurant, offering a completely different, intimate atmosphere.
EN: The phrase 'take someone away from...' is used to describe moving someone from one place or state to another, often to help them relax or escape a busy situation.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa "take someone away from..." digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan memindahkan seseorang dari suatu tempat atau keadaan, biasanya untuk membantu mereka rileks atau melarikan diri dari lingkungan yang sibuk.
A good book takes you away from your daily worries.
Buku yang bagus bisa membawamu menjauh dari masalah sehari-hari.
EN: London is known as a fast-paced global financial and cultural hub. For locals and visitors alike, finding a quiet 'secret' spot like a traditional French bistro upstairs from a pub is a highly valued way to escape the overwhelming energy of the city.
EN: The pattern 'what + subject + does best' is used to talk about someone's special skill or the thing they do most successfully.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "what + subject + does best" digunakan untuk membicarakan keahlian khusus seseorang, atau hal yang paling dikuasai atau dilakukan dengan baik oleh suatu tempat.
Making fresh pasta is what this Italian restaurant does best.
Membuat pasta segar adalah hal yang paling dikuasai oleh restoran Italia ini.
EN: In the UK and France, a 'long lunch' is a traditional dining culture where people spend several hours enjoying food, wine, and conversation, contrasting with the modern habit of eating a quick sandwich at one's desk.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Bistro: restoran kecil (biasanya menyajikan masakan Prancis sederhana dan terjangkau)
Dalam konteks: Penghargaan, hadiah
Dalam konteks: tradisional
Dalam konteks: Masakan, hidangan, kuliner
Dalam konteks: Terkejut
Dalam konteks: Menduga, memperkirakan
Dalam konteks: Juri, wasit
Dalam konteks: dipesan, direservasi
Dalam konteks: Terbuang, sia-sia
Dalam konteks: Rahasia, tersembunyi
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To accept reservations for a table, room, or service.
Menerima pemesanan, menerima reservasi
To make someone forget about their ordinary life or worries by transporting them mentally or physically to a different place.
Membawa seseorang pergi dari, membuat seseorang melupakan sejenak (kekhawatiran atau kesibukan)
Using the telephone as a means of communication.
Melalui telepon, dengan telepon