EN: Nouns can be used as labels to identify specific sections of a text or audio, often followed by a letter or number.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata benda dapat digunakan sebagai label untuk mengidentifikasi bagian tertentu dari teks atau audio, biasanya diikuti oleh huruf atau angka.
Unit B
Bagian B
EN: In English learning materials, sections are commonly labeled with letters (A, B, C) or numbers (1, 2, 3) to help students navigate the content.
EN: In English, when you address someone by name, a comma is usually placed before the name in writing to separate the greeting from the person being spoken to.
Bahasa Indonesia: Dalam bahasa Inggris, ketika kamu menyapa seseorang dengan namanya, biasanya ada koma sebelum nama tersebut untuk memisahkan sapaan dari orang yang disapa.
Good morning, Tom.
Selamat pagi, Tom.
EN: Using someone's first name immediately after a greeting is very common in English-speaking cultures to show friendliness and establish a personal connection.
EN: The word 'hanging' is a present participle used to describe 'that' (the object). It tells us what the object is doing right now.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata 'hanging' adalah present participle yang digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan 'that' (benda itu). Kata ini memberi tahu kita keadaan atau tindakan yang sedang dialami benda tersebut.
Who is the man standing by the door?
Siapa orang yang berdiri di dekat pintu itu?
EN: In casual English, people often use 'What's that...' followed by a present participle (like hanging, sitting, or lying) to ask about something they notice in someone's environment.
EN: Use 'It is' (or the contraction 'It's') to identify or describe a single object or animal.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'It is' (atau singkatannya 'It's') untuk mengidentifikasi atau mendeskripsikan satu benda atau hewan.
It's a cat.
Itu adalah seekor kucing.
EN: Capybaras have become internet icons due to their calm nature and 'chill' attitude, often seen interacting peacefully with other species.
EN: Negative questions are used to confirm something the speaker believes to be true or to express surprise. 'Isn't it...?' expects the listener to agree.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pertanyaan negatif digunakan untuk memastikan sesuatu yang diyakini pembicara benar, atau untuk mengungkapkan keterkejutan. 'Isn't it...?' biasanya mengharapkan pendengar setuju.
Isn't it cold today?
Bukankah hari ini dingin?
EN: In English, negative questions like 'Isn't it cute?' are often used as a way to start a conversation or share an opinion, rather than just asking a literal question.
EN: The phrase 'I guess' is used to express a hesitant or uncertain agreement. It shows that you agree with someone, but you are not 100% sure or not very enthusiastic about it.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa 'I guess' digunakan untuk mengungkapkan persetujuan yang ragu-ragu atau tidak pasti. Ini menunjukkan bahwa kamu setuju dengan pernyataan lawan bicara, tetapi tidak seratus persen yakin atau tidak terlalu antusias tentang hal itu.
Is it going to rain? I guess.
Apakah akan hujan? Saya kira begitu.
EN: In English conversation, 'I guess' can sometimes sound a bit reluctant. If you want to sound more positive, you might say 'I think so' or 'Definitely!'
EN: Use 'pretty' before an adjective to mean 'quite' or 'very'. It makes the description stronger but sounds casual.
Bahasa Indonesia: Tambahkan 'pretty' sebelum kata sifat untuk berarti 'cukup' atau 'sangat'. Ini memperkuat tingkat deskripsi dan terdengar lebih informal.
This book is pretty good.
Buku ini cukup bagus.
EN: Capybaras have become internet icons globally due to their calm nature and 'chill' attitude, often seen interacting peacefully with other species.
EN: This is a short answer using 'be' verbs to agree with a previous statement. It avoids repeating the entire sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Ini adalah jawaban singkat menggunakan kata kerja 'be' untuk menyetujui pernyataan sebelumnya. Ini menghindari pengulangan seluruh kalimat.
Are they friendly? Yes, they are.
Apakah mereka ramah? Ya, mereka ramah.
EN: In English conversation, repeating the auxiliary verb (like 'are', 'do', or 'can') is a common way to show agreement or confirm a fact without being repetitive.
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used here to express possibility or availability, showing what options are available to the person.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja bantu 'can' di sini digunakan untuk menyatakan kemungkinan atau ketersediaan, menunjukkan sesuatu yang bisa dipilih atau dibeli seseorang.
You can buy fresh bread at the bakery.
Kamu bisa membeli roti segar di toko roti.
EN: Capybaras have become a global internet sensation due to their calm and friendly nature, leading to a surge in themed merchandise like the ones mentioned in the sentence.
EN: Use 'Why do' to start a question when you want to know the reason for an action. 'Do' is a helping verb used with subjects like 'people', 'they', or 'you'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'Why do' untuk memulai pertanyaan ketika kamu ingin mengetahui alasan suatu tindakan. Di sini, 'do' adalah kata bantu yang digunakan dengan subjek seperti 'people' (orang-orang), 'they' (mereka), atau 'you' (kamu).
Why do you study English?
Mengapa kamu belajar bahasa Inggris?
EN: In English, 'so much' is a common way to add emphasis to a feeling or preference, making the question sound more curious or surprised.
EN: Negative questions (starting with 'Aren't', 'Don't', etc.) are often used to express surprise or to ask for confirmation of what the speaker thinks is true.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pertanyaan negatif (dimulai dengan 'Aren't', 'Don't', dll.) sering digunakan untuk mengungkapkan keterkejutan, atau untuk memastikan sesuatu yang diyakini pembicara sebagai fakta.
Aren't you hungry?
Apakah kamu tidak lapar?
EN: In English, 'rat' often has a negative connotation, implying something dirty or unwanted. By calling capybaras 'big rats', the speaker is expressing skepticism about their popularity.
EN: Superlative adjectives are used to compare three or more things. For short adjectives, add '-est' to the end and use 'the' before the word.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata sifat superlatif digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga hal atau lebih. Untuk kata sifat pendek, tambahkan '-est' di akhir kata dan gunakan 'the' sebelum kata tersebut.
Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
Jupiter adalah planet terbesar di tata surya kita.
EN: Capybaras have become an internet sensation due to their calm nature and the way they seem to get along with all other animals. While they are rodents (like rats and squirrels), they are often viewed much more favorably than common house rats.
EN: Using 'So' at the beginning of a sentence to check understanding or confirm a conclusion based on what was just said.
Bahasa Indonesia: Menggunakan 'So' di awal kalimat untuk memastikan pemahaman atau menarik kesimpulan berdasarkan hal yang baru saja disebutkan.
So you are a teacher?
Jadi, kamu seorang guru?
EN: In English, people often use rising intonation at the end of a statement to turn it into a question, especially when they are surprised or seeking confirmation.
EN: Using 'No' as a complete sentence to provide a direct negative answer to a yes/no question.
Bahasa Indonesia: Menggunakan 'No' sebagai kalimat lengkap untuk memberikan jawaban negatif langsung terhadap pertanyaan ya/tidak.
Are you a rat? No.
Apakah kamu seekor tikus? Bukan.
EN: In English, answering with just 'No' can sometimes sound blunt or rude depending on the tone. In this context, it is used to clarify a factual misunderstanding about capybaras.
EN: Use 'but' to connect two ideas that are different or opposite. It shows a contrast between the first part of the sentence and the second part.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'but' untuk menghubungkan dua ide yang berbeda atau berlawanan. Ini menunjukkan kontras antara bagian pertama dan kedua kalimat.
The cat is small, but very brave.
Kucing ini sangat kecil, tetapi sangat berani.
EN: In biology, 'family' refers to a specific level of classification. While capybaras and rats are both rodents, they belong to different groups within that category, which is why the speaker clarifies they are in the same family but still different.
EN: In English, nouns can be used as modifiers to describe another noun. Here, 'Conversation' is the main noun, and 'B' acts as a label to identify which specific conversation it is.
Bahasa Indonesia: Dalam bahasa Inggris, kata benda dapat digunakan sebagai penjelas untuk mendeskripsikan kata benda lain. Di sini, 'Conversation' adalah kata benda utama, dan 'B' berfungsi sebagai label untuk mengidentifikasi percakapan tertentu yang dimaksud.
Lesson A.
Pelajaran A.
EN: In textbooks or learning materials, letters (A, B, C) are commonly used to label different sections or dialogues to help students navigate the content easily.
EN: Use 'different from' to compare two things and show how they are not the same.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'different from' untuk membandingkan dua hal dan menunjukkan perbedaannya.
Dogs are different from cats.
Anjing berbeda dari kucing.
EN: While capybaras and rats are both rodents, capybaras have become internet icons for their 'chill' and friendly nature, unlike the common negative perception of rats.
EN: Use '-er' at the end of short adjectives to compare two things. Use 'a lot' before the adjective to emphasize a big difference.
Bahasa Indonesia: Tambahkan '-er' di akhir kata sifat pendek untuk membandingkan dua hal. Gunakan 'a lot' sebelum kata sifat untuk menekankan bahwa perbedaannya sangat besar.
This dog is a lot smaller.
Anjing ini jauh lebih kecil.
EN: In English, comparing animals to common pests like rats can be negative, so speakers often use 'a lot cuter' to clarify that capybaras are seen as friendly and charming animals.
EN: The phrase 'get along with' is used to describe having a friendly relationship with someone or something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa 'get along with' digunakan untuk menggambarkan hubungan yang baik dengan seseorang atau sesuatu, yaitu 'rukun' atau 'akur'.
I get along well with my classmates.
Saya rukun dengan teman sekelas saya.
EN: Capybaras are famous on the internet for their 'chill' personality, often seen relaxing with predators like crocodiles or other animals, which is why they are called social animals.
EN: This is an imperative sentence used to make a request. It starts with a verb and doesn't need a subject like 'you'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Ini adalah kalimat imperatif yang digunakan untuk membuat permintaan. Kalimat ini dimulai dengan kata kerja dan tidak memerlukan subjek seperti 'you'.
Tell me your name.
Beri tahu saya nama kamu.
EN: In English conversations, using phrases like 'Tell me more' shows active listening and encourages the speaker to share more details without feeling like they are talking too much.
EN: The word 'will' is used here to describe a typical behavior or habit of an animal, rather than just the future tense.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata 'will' di sini digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan perilaku atau kebiasaan khas hewan, bukan hanya merujuk pada masa depan.
Cats will often sleep in the sun.
Kucing sering tidur di bawah sinar matahari.
EN: Capybaras are known as 'nature's chairs' because they are very calm and social, often allowing other species to rest on them in the wild.
EN: The phrase 'What a...' is used to start an exclamation to show strong feelings or to emphasize a point about a noun.
Bahasa Indonesia: Pola kalimat 'What a...' digunakan untuk kalimat seruan guna mengungkapkan perasaan yang kuat atau menekankan sifat dari suatu kata benda.
What a beautiful day!
Benar-benar hari yang indah!
EN: In English, 'a free ride' can literally mean traveling without paying, but it can also idiomatically mean getting a benefit without working for it. In this context, it refers to animals sitting on capybaras.
EN: The verb 'make' can mean 'to be suitable as' or 'to become' when describing a role or quality.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'make' di sini berarti 'cocok sebagai' atau 'menjadi', digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan peran atau sifat tertentu.
Would you make a good teacher?
Apakah kamu cocok menjadi guru yang baik?
EN: In many countries, capybaras are popular social media icons, but they require specific environments (like water access) to be kept as pets, which is why this question is commonly asked.
EN: Use 'more than' followed by a number to mean 'over' or 'exceeding' that amount.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'more than' diikuti angka untuk berarti 'lebih dari' atau 'melebihi' jumlah tersebut.
I have more than three pens.
Saya punya lebih dari tiga pena.
EN: In English, 'They can' is a short answer that omits the main verb (make good pets) because it was already mentioned in the question. This is common in natural conversation.
EN: Use 'so' to connect a reason to a result. The first part is the cause, and the second part is the effect.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'so' untuk menghubungkan alasan dengan hasil. Bagian pertama adalah penyebab, dan bagian kedua adalah hasil.
It is raining, so I will stay home.
Sedang hujan, jadi saya akan tinggal di rumah.
EN: Capybaras are known for being extremely social and are often seen interacting with various other species in the wild, which has led to their reputation as 'nature's best friend.'
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: menggantung; tergantung
Dalam konteks: populer; digemari
Dalam konteks: hewan pengerat (seperti tikus, tupai, dll.)
Dalam konteks: (dalam klasifikasi biologi) famili
Dalam konteks: berbeda
Dalam konteks: sosial; suka bergaul
Dalam konteks: kesepian; sepi
Dalam konteks: cangkir; mug besar
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To have a friendly relationship with someone.
Akur
A situation in which someone gets a benefit without having to pay or work for it.
Menumpang gratis; mendapat keuntungan tanpa usaha
Animals that live in groups and have highly developed communication and cooperation.
Hewan sosial