EN: Use 'need' followed by a noun to express a requirement or a desire for something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "need" yang diikuti kata benda untuk mengungkapkan kebutuhan atau keinginan akan sesuatu.
I need some water, please.
Saya minta air minum, tolong.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, starting a request with a greeting and ending with 'please' is essential for being polite, even with friends or colleagues.
EN: Use 'How can I + verb' to offer help or ask for instructions on how to do something.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "How can I + kata kerja" untuk menawarkan bantuan atau menanyakan petunjuk cara melakukan sesuatu.
How can I open this box?
Bagaimana cara saya membuka kotak ini?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'How can I help you?' is a standard, polite way for staff to greet customers or for friends to offer support. Adding 'today' makes the offer feel more immediate and personal.
EN: Use 'had' (the past tense of 'have') to talk about eating meals in the past.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'had' (bentuk lampau dari 'have') untuk membicarakan kegiatan makan di waktu lampau.
I had breakfast at 8:00 AM today.
Saya sarapan jam delapan pagi ini.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, hotel restaurants are common places for both guests and locals to eat, though they are often more expensive than independent restaurants.
EN: Use the past tense '-ed' to talk about things that happened before now.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan bentuk lampau akhiran "-ed" untuk membicarakan hal-hal yang terjadi sebelum saat ini.
I played soccer yesterday.
Saya bermain sepak bola kemarin.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, restaurant bills can be confusing because taxes and tips are often not included in the menu price. It is common to ask for clarification if the total seems wrong.
EN: Use 'How much' to ask about the quantity of uncountable things like money or tips. Use 'should' to ask for advice or a suggestion.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "How much" untuk menanyakan jumlah benda yang tidak dapat dihitung (uncountable), seperti uang atau tip. Gunakan "should" untuk meminta saran atau menanyakan apa yang sebaiknya dilakukan.
How much sugar should I add?
Berapa banyak gula yang sebaiknya saya tambahkan?
EN: In the United States, tipping is expected at sit-down restaurants. 15% to 20% of the total bill is the standard amount. If the service is excellent, people often leave more.
EN: Use 'Most + noun' to talk about the majority of a group. You do not need 'the' before 'most' in this pattern.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Most + kata benda" untuk membicarakan mayoritas dari suatu kelompok. Kamu tidak perlu menambahkan "the" sebelum "most" dalam pola ini.
Most students like summer vacation.
Sebagian besar siswa menyukai liburan musim panas.
EN: In the United States, tipping is expected at sit-down restaurants. 15% is considered a standard minimum, while 20% is common for good service.
EN: Use 'another' + singular noun to talk about one more person or thing of the same type.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "another" + kata benda tunggal untuk membicarakan "satu lagi" orang atau benda yang sejenis.
I want another cup of coffee.
Saya mau kopi satu cangkir lagi.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'I see' or 'I understand' before asking a follow-up question shows that you are actively listening and respect the previous information given.
EN: Use 'will' + 'verb' to talk about plans or things that will happen in the future.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "will" + "verb" untuk membicarakan rencana atau hal-hal yang akan terjadi di masa depan.
I will call you later.
Saya akan menghubungi kamu sebentar lagi.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, 'eating with a friend' is a common social activity. When making plans, specifying the time (tomorrow night) is helpful for the other person to understand your schedule.
EN: Use 'Can we + verb' to ask for permission or check if something is possible.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Can we + kata kerja" untuk meminta izin atau memastikan apakah sesuatu memungkinkan untuk dilakukan.
Can we sit by the window?
Bolehkah kita duduk di dekat jendela?
EN: In many Western countries, 'splitting the bill' (each person paying for their own meal or dividing the total equally) is very common and socially acceptable. However, it's polite to ask the server before ordering or before the check is printed.
EN: Use 'can' + 'verb' to show that something is possible or that you have permission to do it.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "can" + "kata kerja" untuk menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu itu memungkinkan atau bahwa kamu memiliki izin untuk melakukannya.
You can pay by credit card here.
Kamu bisa membayar dengan kartu kredit di sini.
EN: In many Western countries, 'splitting the bill' (each person paying for their own meal or dividing the total) is very common and accepted at restaurants.
EN: Use 'before' to connect two actions. The action after 'before' happens second.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'before' untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan. Tindakan setelah 'before' terjadi kedua (belakangan).
Wash your hands before you eat.
Cuci tangan Anda sebelum makan.
EN: In many Western restaurants, if you want to split the bill, it is polite and more efficient to tell the server at the beginning or before they print the final check.
EN: Use 'Can I + verb' to ask for permission or to see if something is possible.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Can I + verb" untuk meminta izin atau menanyakan apakah sesuatu memungkinkan untuk dilakukan.
Can I sit here?
Bolehkah saya duduk di sini?
EN: In many Western countries, credit cards are widely accepted even for small amounts, but some local shops or markets might still prefer cash. It's always polite to ask this question before ordering if you don't see a card reader.
EN: Use 'Most + plural noun' to talk about the majority of a group (more than 50%).
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Most + kata benda jamak" untuk membicarakan mayoritas dari suatu kelompok (lebih dari 50%).
Most students like pizza.
Sebagian besar siswa menyukai piza.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, credit cards are the primary method of payment. However, 'cash only' signs are still common in small family-owned shops or food stalls.
EN: Use 'but not many' at the end of a sentence to show that something is rare or uncommon without repeating the noun.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "but not many" di akhir kalimat untuk menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu itu langka atau tidak umum, tanpa perlu mengulang kata bendanya.
Many people like spicy food, but not many like it for breakfast.
Banyak orang suka makanan pedas, tetapi tidak banyak yang mengonsumsinya saat sarapan.
EN: In many Western countries, credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. However, small family-owned shops or local markets might still prefer cash to avoid transaction fees.
EN: Use 'usually' before the main verb to talk about habits or things you do often.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan 'usually' sebelum kata kerja utama untuk membicarakan kebiasaan atau hal-hal yang sering kamu lakukan.
I usually drink coffee in the morning.
Saya biasanya minum kopi di pagi hari.
EN: In many Western countries, credit cards are the primary method of payment even for small amounts. However, some small shops or 'hole-in-the-wall' restaurants might still be 'Cash Only'.
EN: Use 'adjective + er + than' to compare two things. 'Easier' is the comparative form of 'easy'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "kata sifat + er + than" untuk membandingkan dua hal. 'Easier' adalah bentuk komparatif dari 'easy'.
This book is shorter than that one.
Buku ini lebih pendek daripada buku itu.
EN: In many Western countries, using credit cards is often preferred over cash for tracking expenses and convenience, especially in restaurants where tips can be added directly to the card receipt.
EN: Use 'One more thing' to add a final piece of information or a new topic to a conversation.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "One more thing" untuk menambahkan informasi terakhir atau membuka topik baru dalam percakapan.
One more thing, do you have the key?
Satu hal lagi, apakah kamu membawa kuncinya?
EN: In the US, tipping is expected at sit-down restaurants. Adding the tip to a credit card receipt is a standard and convenient practice.
EN: Use 'can' to show that something is possible or allowed.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "can" untuk menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu itu memungkinkan atau diizinkan.
You can pay with your phone here.
Kamu bisa membayar menggunakan ponsel di sini.
EN: In many Western countries, when paying by card, the waiter brings a receipt with a blank line for 'Tip' or 'Gratuity'. You write the amount there before signing.
EN: Use 'that is + adjective' to give your opinion about a situation or something someone just said.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "that is + kata sifat" untuk memberikan pendapatmu tentang suatu situasi atau hal yang baru saja dikatakan seseorang.
That is very helpful.
Itu sangat membantu.
EN: In many Western cultures, being 'convenient' is highly valued, especially in service and payment methods. Expressing gratitude with 'so much' is common when someone provides a helpful tip or solution.
EN: Use 'Enjoy + [Noun]' to give a friendly wish or command to someone about an upcoming activity.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "Enjoy + [Kata Benda]" untuk memberikan ucapan ramah atau harapan baik kepada seseorang mengenai kegiatan yang akan mereka lakukan.
Enjoy your movie tonight!
Selamat menikmati filmnya nanti malam!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is very common to end a conversation with a specific well-wish related to the person's future plans (like dinner or a trip), rather than just saying 'goodbye'.
EN: Using 'I will' as a short response to confirm you will follow a suggestion or wish.
Bahasa Indonesia: Gunakan "I will" sebagai jawaban singkat untuk mengonfirmasi bahwa kamu akan mengikuti saran atau harapan seseorang.
Enjoy your trip! I will.
Selamat jalan! Ya, tentu.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common and polite to use a person's first name when thanking them, as it builds a friendly connection.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: restoran
Dalam konteks: tagihan
Dalam konteks: bingung
Dalam konteks: tip
Dalam konteks: persen
Dalam konteks: pelayan
Dalam konteks: Kartu Kredit
Dalam konteks: uang tunai
Dalam konteks: Kuitansi; tanda terima
Dalam konteks: praktis
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To divide the total cost of a meal or service between two or more people.
Bayar masing-masing, bagi tagihan
To use a specific method (like cash or card) to give money for something.
Membayar dengan...
To give an extra amount of money to someone who has provided a service.
Memberi tip
To accept a specific form of payment.
Menerima (metode pembayaran)