EN: Use 'work as + job/role' to describe someone's job, occupation, or specific role.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "work as + pekerjaan/peran" untuk menyatakan pekerjaan atau jabatan seseorang.
She worked as a teacher for five years.
Dia bekerja sebagai guru selama lima tahun.
EN: In film production, a 'stunt double' is a trained professional who replaces an actor during dangerous or physically demanding scenes. Cross-gender or height-specific doubling is common to achieve visual effects, such as making other characters appear larger.
EN: Use 'appear in' to talk about an actor or performer being part of a movie, show, or play. Use 'by' to show the creator (director, writer, or artist).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "appear in" untuk menyatakan bahwa seorang aktor atau pemain tampil dalam film, acara, atau drama; gunakan kata depan "by" untuk menyebutkan pembuatnya (seperti sutradara, penulis, atau seniman).
He appeared in a famous movie by Steven Spielberg.
Dia tampil dalam sebuah film terkenal yang disutradarai oleh Steven Spielberg.
EN: Christopher Nolan is a world-famous film director known for major blockbuster movies. In Western media, saying someone appeared in a Nolan film emphasizes the high status and scale of the project.
EN: To state someone's height, put the height measurement before the word 'tall'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Untuk menyatakan tinggi badan seseorang, letakkan angka dan satuan tinggi badan sebelum kata "tall".
He is 6 feet tall.
Dia tingginya 6 kaki.
EN: In English-speaking countries like Canada and the United States, height is commonly measured in feet and inches rather than centimeters. 4 feet 6 inches is approximately 137 centimeters.
EN: Use 'be important for [something]' to show that a person or thing has a big value or effect on a specific cause, purpose, or activity.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "be important for [sesuatu]" untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang atau sesuatu memiliki nilai atau pengaruh penting bagi tujuan, aktivitas, atau orang tertentu.
Good health is important for a happy life.
Kesehatan yang baik sangat penting untuk kehidupan yang bahagia.
EN: Use the simple present tense to describe characters, roles, or actions in stories, movies, and books.
Bahasa Indonesia: Saat mendeskripsikan karakter, peran, atau alur cerita dalam cerita, film, atau buku, kita biasanya menggunakan "present simple tense".
In the story, she plays a brave doctor.
Dalam cerita ini, dia berperan sebagai seorang dokter yang berani.
EN: Odysseus is a famous hero from ancient Greek mythology, best known as the main character in Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey.
EN: Use 'called [name/noun]' after a noun to give it a name or label without starting a new sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Setelah kata benda, tambahkan "called + noun/name" untuk menyebutkan nama atau sebutan suatu hal tanpa perlu memecahnya menjadi dua kalimat.
I have a dog called Max.
Saya punya seekor anjing bernama Max.
EN: The Laestrygonians are a tribe of giant cannibals from ancient Greek mythology, featured in Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. They destroy most of Odysseus's ships by throwing giant rocks at them.
EN: Use 'make + object + base verb' (causative verb) to show that someone or something causes a person or thing to do something or be in a certain state.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "make + objek + kata kerja dasar" (causative verb) untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang atau sesuatu menyebabkan seseorang atau sesuatu melakukan tindakan atau berada dalam keadaan tertentu.
Funny jokes make people laugh.
Lelucon yang lucu membuat orang tertawa.
EN: In filmmaking, practical camera tricks (forced perspective) and choosing actors or stunt doubles of specific heights are common visual techniques used to create believable giant characters without relying entirely on CGI.
EN: Use 'help + someone + (to) base verb' to show that an action makes it easier for someone or something to do a result.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan struktur "help + orang + (to) kata kerja dasar" untuk menunjukkan bahwa suatu tindakan membantu mencapai hasil tertentu.
His big smile helped the team feel happy.
Senyumannya yang cerah membuat tim merasa senang.
EN: In filmmaking, directors often use forced perspective and contrasting stunt doubles (very short or very tall actors) to make fantasy creatures, like giants, appear realistic without relying entirely on CGI.
EN: Use the structure 'be + perfect for + noun' to show that someone or something is completely right or suitable for a purpose.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan pola "be + perfect for + noun" untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang atau sesuatu sangat cocok untuk suatu tujuan atau peran tertentu.
This small bag is perfect for travel.
Tas kecil ini sangat cocok untuk bepergian.
EN: In Hollywood, stunt performers play crucial roles in movie making, especially when unique body proportions or high athleticism are required. Devyn Dalton's physical strength and short stature made her ideal for forced-perspective stunt work in major films.
EN: Use the superlative form ('the greatest') with present perfect ('I've ever seen') to talk about an extreme experience in your life.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan bentuk superlatif (the greatest) dengan present perfect (I've ever seen) untuk menyatakan pengalaman "paling ... yang pernah dilihat dalam hidup".
This is the best movie I've ever seen.
Ini adalah film terbaik yang pernah saya tonton.
EN: In Hollywood action movies, stunt performers often train intensely to match or even surpass the physique of the actors they double for. Complementing a stuntwoman's physical strength or musculature (like 'greatest arms') is a sign of high respect for her athletic professionalism.
EN: Use 'talk about [someone/something]' to mention the topic or person of a conversation.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "talk about + orang/hal" untuk menyatakan "membicarakan" atau "menyebut" seseorang atau topik tertentu.
She talked about her new job.
Dia membicarakan pekerjaan barunya.
EN: In Western media, actors and celebrities frequently join podcasts for casual interviews to share behind-the-scenes stories about their films and costars, creating a direct connection with listeners.
EN: Use 'be happy about something' to show that someone feels good or pleased because of a specific thing.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "be happy about + sesuatu" untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang merasa senang atau puas karena suatu hal.
She was happy about her exam results.
Dia sangat senang dengan nilai ujiannya.
EN: In English, 'kind words' is a common expression used to express gratitude when someone says complimentary, warm, or supportive things about you.
EN: Use 'since' + past simple (e.g., 'she was a child') to show when an action started in the past and continued up to a certain point.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "since" + past simple (misalnya, "she was a child") untuk menunjukkan bahwa suatu tindakan dimulai dari titik waktu tertentu di masa lalu (seperti masa kecil).
He has lived here since he was young.
Dia sudah tinggal di sini sejak kecil.
EN: Use 'start' followed by a verb with '-ing' (gerund) to show the beginning of an action or activity.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "start" diikuti kata kerja dengan akhiran "-ing" (gerund) untuk menunjukkan awal dari suatu tindakan atau aktivitas.
He started learning English last year.
Dia mulai belajar bahasa Inggris tahun lalu.
EN: We use the simple past tense verb 'became' (past form of 'become') to talk about a change or career transition that was completed in the past.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kita menggunakan kata kerja bentuk lampau sederhana "became" (bentuk lampau dari "become") untuk mendeskripsikan perubahan identitas atau karier yang telah selesai terjadi di masa lalu.
He became a teacher last year.
Dia menjadi seorang guru tahun lalu.
EN: A 'stunt performer' (or stunt double) takes the place of main actors during dangerous scenes, such as fights, falls, or high-speed chases, to ensure the lead actor's safety.
EN: Use 'for + -ing' (gerund) to explain the reason why someone is thanked, praised, or celebrated.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "for + verb-ing" (gerund) untuk menjelaskan alasan mengapa seseorang berterima kasih, dipuji, atau dirayakan.
He was awarded for saving the dog.
Dia mendapat penghargaan karena menyelamatkan anjing itu.
EN: In film industries like Hollywood, stunt work and action roles have historically been male-dominated. Female stunt performers like Devyn Dalton often advocate for acknowledging women's physical strength and capability in roles that break traditional gender stereotypes.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: pemeran pengganti wanita
Dalam konteks: produksi film
Dalam konteks: penampilan; penampilan fisik
Dalam konteks: berotot; kuat
Dalam konteks: peran
Dalam konteks: pemain
Dalam konteks: memuji; merayakan
Dalam konteks: kuat; bertenaga
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
A person who replaces an actor to perform dangerous or physical scenes.
pengganti aksi
To discuss or mention someone or something.
membicarakan; menyebut
Polite, supportive, or complimentary remarks.
kata pujian; kata-kata baik