EN: The word 'Part' is used to divide a larger text or lesson into smaller sections. In English, it is followed by a letter or number to label the specific section.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata "Part" digunakan untuk membagi teks atau pelajaran yang lebih besar menjadi bagian-bagian yang lebih kecil. Dalam bahasa Inggris, kata ini biasanya diikuti oleh huruf atau angka untuk menandai bagian tertentu.
Part A is very easy.
Bagian A sangat mudah.
EN: In English textbooks and exams, sections are often labeled with letters (Part A, B, C) or numbers (Part 1, 2, 3). Using letters is a common way to organize dialogue-based learning materials.
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then the base form of another verb (without 'to') to show who is being helped and what they are doing.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "help" (membantu) dapat diikuti oleh objek, lalu diikuti oleh bentuk dasar kata kerja lain (tanpa to), untuk menyatakan membantu seseorang melakukan sesuatu.
I will help you carry the bags.
Saya akan membantu Anda membawakan tas.
EN: In Western culture, it is common for friends or family to help each other with home improvement projects like painting or assembling furniture, often as a social activity.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to express a desire or intention to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "want to" diikuti kata kerja dasar untuk menyatakan keinginan atau niat untuk melakukan sesuatu.
I want to buy a new lamp.
Saya ingin membeli lampu baru.
EN: In Western homes, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) home improvement is very common. People often install their own shelves or furniture to personalize their living space.
EN: Use 'Can you...' to make a polite request or ask if someone is able to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Can you..." untuk mengajukan permintaan yang sopan atau menanyakan apakah seseorang mampu melakukan sesuatu.
Can you open the door?
Bisakah kamu membukakan pintu untukku?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, asking 'Can you help me?' is a direct but polite way to seek assistance among friends or family, like Chad and Joanna.
EN: 'Sure' is a common, informal way to say 'yes' or to agree to a request. It is often used instead of 'Yes' or 'Of course' in daily conversation.
Bahasa Indonesia: "Sure" adalah ungkapan informal yang sangat umum digunakan sehari-hari untuk menyatakan "ya", "tentu", atau menyetujui permintaan seseorang. Kata ini sering digunakan sebagai pengganti "Yes" atau "Of course".
Can you pass me the salt? Sure.
Bisakah kamu mengambilkan garam untukku? Tentu saja.
EN: In American English, 'Sure' is a very friendly way to accept a request. It sounds more casual and helpful than a simple 'Yes'.
EN: The word 'that' is used here to connect the main verb 'see' to a complete thought (a clause) that explains what is being seen.
Bahasa Indonesia: 'That' di sini digunakan untuk menghubungkan kata kerja utama 'see' dengan pemikiran lengkap (klausa), untuk menjelaskan isi spesifik yang dilihat.
I see that you are busy.
Saya melihat kamu sedang sibuk.
EN: In casual conversation, the word 'that' is often omitted (e.g., 'I see you already marked...'). However, including it makes the sentence clearer in more formal or instructional contexts.
EN: The sentence uses 'was' (the past tense of 'is') to describe a situation or action that has already happened.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat ini menggunakan "was" (bentuk lampau dari 'is') untuk menggambarkan situasi atau tindakan yang sudah terjadi.
The test was easy.
Ujian itu sangat mudah.
EN: In English, saying 'That was the easy part' often implies that the next steps will be more difficult or challenging.
EN: The phrase 'when it comes to' is used to introduce a specific topic or activity you are talking about. It is followed by a noun or a verb ending in -ing.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa "when it comes to" digunakan untuk memperkenalkan topik atau aktivitas tertentu yang sedang Anda bicarakan. Setelahnya biasanya diikuti oleh kata benda atau bentuk -ing dari kata kerja.
When it comes to cooking, she is an expert.
Kalau soal memasak, dia ahlinya.
EN: The idiom 'all thumbs' comes from the idea that if all your fingers were thumbs, you would be very clumsy and unable to pick up small objects or do delicate work.
EN: Negative Imperative: Use 'Don't' + 'base verb' to tell someone not to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat imperatif negatif: Gunakan "Don't" + "kata kerja bentuk dasar" untuk meminta seseorang agar tidak melakukan sesuatu.
Don't open the door.
Jangan buka pintunya.
EN: In English, 'Don't say that' is a common way to show support when someone is being self-deprecating or pessimistic, like when Chad says he is 'all thumbs'.
EN: The word 'just' is used as an adverb to mean 'only' or 'simply'. It emphasizes that the solution is straightforward.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata "just" di sini digunakan sebagai kata keterangan yang berarti "hanya" atau "sekadar". Kata ini menekankan bahwa solusinya sangat sederhana dan langsung.
I just need some water.
Saya hanya butuh sedikit air.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'You just need more practice' is a common way to encourage someone who feels discouraged about a new skill, shifting the focus from lack of talent to the need for time.
EN: The pattern 'I'm glad that...' is used to express happiness about a specific situation or fact. The word 'that' can often be omitted in casual conversation.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "I'm glad that..." digunakan untuk mengungkapkan kebahagiaan tentang situasi atau fakta tertentu. Dalam percakapan sehari-hari, "that" biasanya bisa dihilangkan.
I'm glad that you like the gift.
Saya senang kamu menyukai hadiah itu.
EN: In Western culture, when someone gives you a compliment or encouragement (like Joanna telling Chad he just needs practice), it is polite to acknowledge it with a phrase like 'I'm glad you think so' to show appreciation for their positive perspective.
EN: The verb 'let' is used to mean 'allow' or 'permit'. It is followed by an object and then the base form of another verb (without 'to').
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "let" berarti "membiarkan" atau "mengizinkan". Kata ini diikuti oleh objek, lalu diikuti oleh bentuk dasar kata kerja lain (tanpa to).
Let me help you with those bags.
Biarkan saya membantu Anda membawa tas-tas itu.
EN: The phrase 'get to work' is a common way to signal the transition from talking or preparing to actually performing a task. It sounds productive and encouraging.
EN: This is a negative imperative sentence. We use 'Don't' (Do not) followed by the base form of a verb to tell someone not to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Ini adalah kalimat imperatif negatif. Kita menggunakan "Don't" (Do not) diikuti oleh bentuk dasar kata kerja, untuk menyuruh seseorang agar tidak melakukan sesuatu.
Don't touch the wall.
Jangan sentuh tembok ini.
EN: In this context, Joanna tells Chad 'Don't move' because she needs him to hold a level steady against the wall. It is a direct instruction common in collaborative tasks.
EN: The pattern 'need someone to do something' is used to ask or tell someone to perform a specific action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola "need someone to do something" digunakan untuk meminta atau menyuruh seseorang melakukan sesuatu.
I need you to call me later.
Saya perlu kamu menelepon saya nanti.
EN: In DIY projects, a 'level' is a common tool used to ensure that shelves or pictures are perfectly horizontal. 'Marks' usually refer to small pencil dots made on the wall during planning.
EN: 'Okay' is an interjection used to express agreement, acceptance, or to show that you understand what someone has said.
Bahasa Indonesia: "Okay" adalah kata seru yang digunakan untuk menyatakan persetujuan, penerimaan, atau untuk menunjukkan bahwa Anda memahami apa yang dikatakan lawan bicara.
Okay, I will help you.
Baiklah, saya akan membantumu.
EN: 'Okay' is one of the most recognized words globally and is used in almost every English-speaking context to signal agreement.
EN: To turn a statement with 'is' into a question, simply move 'Is' to the beginning of the sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Untuk mengubah pernyataan yang mengandung 'is' menjadi pertanyaan, cukup pindahkan 'Is' ke awal kalimat.
Is he happy?
Apakah dia bahagia?
EN: In a DIY or collaborative context, this phrase is commonly used to seek immediate feedback or confirmation that a task is being performed correctly.
EN: The word 'Yes' is an adverb used to give a positive response or to agree with a statement or question.
Bahasa Indonesia: "Yes" adalah kata keterangan yang digunakan untuk memberikan jawaban positif atau menyetujui suatu pernyataan atau pertanyaan.
Yes, I can help you.
Ya, saya bisa membantu Anda.
EN: In English conversations, 'Yes' is often followed by more information to keep the conversation flowing, but in this context, it serves as a simple confirmation of a task being done correctly.
EN: Use 'look' followed by an adjective to describe the appearance of something or someone.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "look" yang diikuti oleh kata sifat untuk menggambarkan penampilan atau kesan dari sesuatu atau seseorang.
You look happy.
Kamu terlihat bahagia.
EN: In Western DIY culture, giving positive feedback like 'It looks good' is a common way to encourage someone's work and confirm that a task has been done correctly.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: rak; papan
Dalam konteks: meja rias; lemari berlaci rendah
Dalam konteks: memberi tanda; menandai
Dalam konteks: posisi; lokasi
Dalam konteks: palu; godam
Dalam konteks: latihan; praktik
Dalam konteks: tangga
Dalam konteks: waterpass; alat penyipat datar
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
clumsy or awkward, especially with one's hands
Kikuk
regarding; with respect to a particular subject
Ketika berbicara tentang...; mengenai...
to leave a vehicle or a high place
Turun; meninggalkan
to begin doing a task or job
Mulai bekerja; mulai melakukan