EN: The Past Simple Tense is used to describe completed actions in the past. In this sentence, the verb 'revolutionized' indicates a finished historical achievement.
Bahasa Indonesia: Past Simple Tense digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan tindakan yang telah selesai di masa lampau. Dalam kalimat ini, kata kerja 'revolutionized' (merevolusi) menunjukkan sebuah pencapaian historis yang telah selesai.
The invention of the internet revolutionized global communication.
Penemuan internet telah merevolusi komunikasi global.
EN: The preposition 'with' is used here to indicate the instrument or means used to achieve a result (means of action).
Bahasa Indonesia: Preposisi 'with' digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan alat atau cara yang digunakan untuk mencapai suatu hasil (cara bertindak).
She fixed the broken chair with some strong glue.
Dia memperbaiki kursi yang rusak itu dengan menggunakan lem super.
EN: Issey Miyake was a world-renowned Japanese fashion designer known for his technology-driven clothing designs. His 'Pleats Please' line, mentioned here as the 'pleating technique', became a global phenomenon because it combined high-fashion aesthetics with the practicality of machine-washable, unwrinkable fabric.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the action is more important than who performed it. Here, 'were made' emphasizes the production process of the garments.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle): Digunakan ketika tindakan lebih penting daripada pelakunya. Di sini, 'were made' menekankan pada proses pembuatan pakaian.
The bridge was built in 1920.
Jembatan ini dibangun pada tahun 1920.
EN: Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): The phrase 'allowing for...' functions as a result or consequence of the main clause, explaining the purpose or effect of making the garments larger.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Present Participle (V-ing): Frasa 'allowing for...' berfungsi sebagai hasil atau dampak lanjutan dari klausa utama, menjelaskan tujuan atau efek dari membuat pakaian menjadi lebih besar.
The rain stopped, making the outdoor concert possible.
Hujan berhenti, sehingga konser outdoor dapat dilaksanakan.
EN: Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line inverted the traditional method of pleating fabric before cutting. By pleating finished garments that were cut extra large, he ensured the pleats would hold their shape regardless of the wearer's movement, blending high fashion with industrial practicality.
EN: The Present Participle phrase (V-ing) is used here as a resultative clause, indicating the result or consequence of the main action (heat-pressing).
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Present Participle (V-ing) digunakan di sini sebagai klausa hasil, yang menunjukkan hasil atau konsekuensi dari tindakan pada klausa utama (pengepresan panas).
He dropped the glass, breaking it into pieces.
Dia menjatuhkan gelasnya, sehingga pecah berkeping-keping.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the object being acted upon, rather than who performed the action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle) digunakan ketika fokusnya adalah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau objeknya, bukan pada orang yang melakukan tindakan.
The cake was baked by my grandmother.
Kue ini dipanggang oleh nenek saya.
EN: Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line is a landmark in fashion history. Unlike traditional pleating where fabric is pleated before being sewn, Miyake's method involved sewing the garment first and then pleating it, which was a technological breakthrough.
EN: Relative Clauses with 'that': This sentence uses a relative clause starting with 'that' to provide more information about the noun 'clothes'. The clause 'that were light, easy to care for, and perfect for modern life' acts as an adjective describing the type of clothes.
Bahasa Indonesia: Klausa Relatif dengan 'that': Kalimat ini menggunakan klausa relatif yang dimulai dengan 'that' untuk memberikan informasi lebih lanjut tentang nomina 'clothes' (pakaian). Klausa 'that were light, easy to care for, and perfect for modern life' berfungsi sebagai adjektiva yang mendeskripsikan karakteristik pakaian.
She bought a car that was fuel-efficient and reliable.
Dia membeli mobil yang hemat bahan bakar dan dapat diandalkan.
EN: Compound Adjectives: 'Wrinkle-free' is a compound adjective formed by a noun and an adjective/suffix. The hyphen connects the words to show they function as a single unit modifying the noun 'clothes'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Adjektiva Majemuk: 'Wrinkle-free' (anti kusut) adalah adjektiva majemuk yang dibentuk oleh nomina dan adjektiva/akhiran. Tanda hubung menghubungkan kata-kata tersebut untuk menunjukkan bahwa mereka berfungsi sebagai satu kesatuan dalam memodifikasi nomina 'clothes'.
This is a sugar-free drink.
Ini adalah minuman tanpa gula.
EN: Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line, referenced here, was revolutionary because it challenged the traditional Western notion of tailoring. Instead of fitting the fabric to the body, the fabric's movement and texture defined the wearer's experience, emphasizing practicality and democratic design (easy care for everyone).
EN: Appositives are nouns or noun phrases that follow another noun to provide additional information or clarification. In this sentence, 'the Apple visionary' clarifies who Steve Jobs is.
Bahasa Indonesia: Apositif (Appositives) adalah nomina atau frasa nomina yang mengikuti nomina lain untuk memberikan informasi tambahan atau penjelasan. Dalam kalimat ini, 'the Apple visionary' menjelaskan identitas Steve Jobs.
Mr. Lee, my English teacher, is very kind.
Pak Li, guru bahasa Inggris saya, sangat ramah.
EN: The Passive Voice with 'be + past participle' is used to show that the subject is the receiver of the action. 'Was deeply impressed' indicates that the feeling of being impressed was caused by the visit.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif dengan 'be + past participle' digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahwa subjek adalah penerima tindakan. 'Was deeply impressed' berarti 'merasa sangat terkesan', perasaan ini disebabkan oleh proses kunjungan tersebut.
The audience was impressed by the performance.
Para penonton sangat terkesan dengan pertunjukan itu.
EN: Steve Jobs was famous for his 'uniform' of a black turtleneck, jeans, and sneakers. This turtleneck was specifically designed by Issey Miyake, symbolizing the intersection of technology and minimalist fashion design.
EN: The 'so + adjective + that' structure is used to express cause and effect. It indicates that a quality (the adjective) is so intense that it results in a specific consequence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Struktur 'so + adjective + that' digunakan untuk mengekspresikan sebab dan akibat. Ini menunjukkan bahwa suatu kualitas (adjektiva) sangat kuat sehingga menghasilkan akibat tertentu.
The movie was so boring that I fell asleep.
Film itu sangat membosankan sehingga saya tertidur.
EN: The verb 'ask' followed by an object and an infinitive (ask someone to do something) is a common pattern used to express a request or instruction.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'ask' yang diikuti oleh objek dan infinitif (ask someone to do something) adalah pola kalimat yang umum digunakan untuk mengekspresikan permintaan atau instruksi.
She asked her brother to help her with the homework.
Dia meminta kakaknya untuk membantunya mengerjakan pekerjaan rumah.
EN: Steve Jobs was famous for his 'uniform' of a black turtleneck, jeans, and sneakers. This minimalist approach was influenced by Japanese design philosophy and his friendship with Issey Miyake, reflecting a desire to reduce 'decision fatigue' in his daily life.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the action is more important than the person performing it. Here, 'was rejected' focuses on the fate of the idea.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle): Digunakan ketika tindakan lebih penting daripada pelakunya. Dalam kalimat ini, 'was rejected' menekankan pada hasil akhir dari ide tersebut.
The proposal was accepted by the board last week.
Usulan tersebut diterima oleh dewan direksi minggu lalu.
EN: The Punctuation 'Colon' (:): Used to introduce a list, a definition, or a specific clarification of what was mentioned before.
Bahasa Indonesia: Penggunaan Tanda Baca Titik Dua (:): Digunakan untuk memperkenalkan daftar, definisi, atau penjelasan spesifik tentang konten yang disebutkan sebelumnya.
She had only one goal: to win the gold medal.
Dia hanya punya satu tujuan: memenangkan medali emas.
EN: Steve Jobs' black turtleneck became a symbol of 'minimalism' and 'personal branding' in the tech world. It was designed by Issey Miyake specifically for Jobs, who wanted a 'uniform' to reduce decision fatigue in his daily life.
EN: The Past Simple tense is used here to describe a habitual action or state that occurred in the past but is now completed. 'Wore' is the irregular past tense of 'wear'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Past Simple Tense digunakan di sini untuk mendeskripsikan tindakan atau keadaan kebiasaan yang terjadi di masa lampau dan sekarang sudah berakhir. 'Wore' adalah bentuk lampau tidak beraturan dari kata kerja 'wear'.
He played the piano every morning during his childhood.
Dia bermain piano setiap pagi ketika masih kecil.
EN: The phrase 'for the rest of one's life' is a common prepositional phrase used to indicate duration, meaning until the person dies.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa 'for the rest of one's life' adalah frasa preposisional yang umum digunakan untuk menunjukkan durasi waktu, yang berarti 'selama sisa hidup seseorang' atau 'sampai meninggal'.
They lived in that small village for the rest of their lives.
Mereka menghabiskan sisa hidup mereka di desa kecil itu.
EN: Steve Jobs' black turtleneck became a symbol of 'uniform dressing' in the tech world. This practice reduces 'decision fatigue' by wearing the same outfit every day, allowing high-achievers to focus their mental energy on more important tasks. The turtleneck itself was custom-made for him by Issey Miyake.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): This structure is used when the focus is on the person or thing affected by the action. Here, 'was encapsulated' shows that the philosophy (subject) received the action of being summarized or contained.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle): Struktur ini digunakan ketika fokusnya adalah pada penerima tindakan. Dalam kalimat ini, 'was encapsulated' menunjukkan bahwa filosofi desain (subjek) diringkas atau diwujudkan dalam sebuah konsep.
The history of the city is encapsulated in this small museum.
Sejarah kota ini terangkum dalam museum kecil ini.
EN: Possessive Nouns ('s): Used to show ownership or relationship. 'Issey Miyake's' indicates that the design philosophy belongs to or is associated with the designer.
Bahasa Indonesia: Nomina Kepunyaan ('s): Digunakan untuk menunjukkan kepemilikan atau hubungan. 'Issey Miyake's' menunjukkan bahwa filosofi desain tersebut milik desainer itu atau terkait dengannya.
The artist's vision changed the world of modern art.
Visi seniman ini mengubah dunia seni modern.
EN: Issey Miyake's 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) project, launched in 1998, was a revolutionary manufacturing process that used computer technology to create clothing from a single tube of fabric without the need for traditional cutting and sewing. This reflects the Japanese aesthetic of 'monozukuri' (the art of making things) and minimalism.
EN: Noun Clause as Object: The word 'that' introduces a noun clause that functions as the direct object of the verb 'believed'. It explains what he believed.
She realized that hard work was the key to success.
Dia menyadari bahwa kerja keras adalah kunci kesuksesan.
EN: Simple Present Tense for General Truths: Although the main verb 'believed' is in the past tense, the clause 'design starts with...' uses the simple present to express a timeless philosophy or general truth.
Bahasa Indonesia: Present Simple Tense untuk Kebenaran Umum: Meskipun kata kerja utama 'believed' menggunakan bentuk lampau, klausa 'design starts with...' menggunakan present simple tense untuk mengekspresikan filosofi abadi atau kebenaran universal.
The teacher taught us that water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
Guru mengajari kami bahwa air mendidih pada suhu 100 derajat Celcius.
EN: This sentence reflects Issey Miyake's 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) philosophy, which challenged traditional garment making by using computer technology to weave a whole garment from a single thread, minimizing waste and maximizing innovation.
EN: The Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): The phrase 'creating innovative and functional garments' is a reduced relative clause or a participle phrase used to show a result or a simultaneous action. It functions as an adverbial modifier describing the outcome of the main clause.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Present Participle (V-ing): Frasa 'creating innovative and functional garments' adalah klausa relatif yang disederhanakan atau frasa partisipial yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan hasil atau tindakan yang terjadi bersamaan. Ini berfungsi sebagai keterangan yang mendeskripsikan hasil dari klausa utama.
The storm hit the city, causing widespread power outages.
Badai melanda kota itu, menyebabkan pemadaman listrik secara besar-besaran.
EN: The idiom 'blur the line': This expression is used to describe a situation where the distinction between two different things becomes less clear or distinct.
Bahasa Indonesia: Idiom 'blur the line': Ekspresi ini digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan situasi di mana batas antara dua hal yang berbeda menjadi kabur atau tidak lagi jelas.
Modern smartphones blur the line between a phone and a computer.
Smartphone modern mengaburkan batas antara telepon dan komputer.
EN: Issey Miyake is renowned for merging traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology (like his 'A-POC' system). This sentence reflects the 20th-century shift where fashion began to be viewed not just as clothing, but as industrial design and technological innovation.
EN: The verb 'lay' is the past tense of 'lie' (to be situated in a specified place or position). It is an intransitive verb, meaning it does not take a direct object.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'lay' di sini adalah bentuk lampau dari 'lie' (berada, terletak). Ini adalah kata kerja intransitif yang menunjukkan bahwa sesuatu berada pada posisi atau keadaan tertentu, dan tidak diikuti oleh objek langsung.
The solution to the problem lay in better communication.
Solusi untuk masalah ini terletak pada komunikasi yang lebih baik.
EN: The word 'where' is used here as a relative adverb introducing a relative clause that provides more information about the relationship between 'art and function'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata 'where' di sini digunakan sebagai kata keterangan relatif yang memperkenalkan klausa relatif, yang digunakan untuk menjelaskan lebih lanjut tentang situasi atau ruang di mana 'seni dan fungsi' bertemu.
We reached a point where we had to make a decision.
Kita mencapai titik di mana sebuah keputusan harus dibuat.
EN: Issey Miyake is famous for bridging the gap between high fashion (art) and practical clothing (function). His 'Pleats Please' line is a perfect example of this philosophy, as the clothes are both visually stunning and machine-washable.
EN: The phrasal verb 'pass away' is a polite and respectful euphemism for 'to die'. It is commonly used in formal contexts or when speaking about someone's death with sensitivity.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa kerja 'pass away' adalah eufemisme yang sopan dan penuh hormat untuk 'meninggal'. Biasanya digunakan dalam konteks formal, atau ketika membicarakan kematian seseorang dengan penuh rasa hormat dan empati.
My grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep.
Kakek saya meninggal dengan tenang dalam tidurnya.
EN: The present participle phrase 'leaving behind...' acts as a reduced relative clause or a resultative clause, describing an action that happens simultaneously with or as a result of the main verb.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa present participle 'leaving behind...' di sini berfungsi sebagai frasa partisipial yang menggambarkan tindakan yang terjadi bersamaan dengan atau sebagai akibat dari tindakan pada klausa utama, menjelaskan dampak yang ditinggalkan setelah subjek meninggal.
The storm swept through the city, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
Badai melanda kota itu, meninggalkan kekacauan di mana-mana.
EN: Issey Miyake was a global icon of Japanese design. In English, the term 'legacy' often refers to the long-lasting impact of a person's life and work, especially after they have died, rather than just physical inheritance.
EN: The use of 'continue to + verb' expresses an action or state that started in the past and persists into the present or future. It emphasizes the ongoing nature of the influence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Penggunaan 'continue to + verb' mengekspresikan tindakan atau keadaan yang dimulai di masa lampau dan berlanjut hingga sekarang atau masa depan. Ini menekankan keberlanjutan dari pengaruh tersebut.
The company continues to develop new technologies for sustainable energy.
Perusahaan ini terus mengembangkan teknologi baru untuk energi berkelanjutan.
EN: Parallel structure with 'and' connects two verbs ('influence' and 'shape') that share the same subject ('his innovative ideas'). This creates balance and clarity in the sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Struktur paralel dengan 'and' menghubungkan dua kata kerja ('influence' dan 'shape') yang berbagi subjek yang sama ('his innovative ideas'). Ini membuat struktur kalimat menjadi seimbang dan jelas.
She likes to read books and write stories in her free time.
Dia suka membaca buku dan menulis cerita di waktu luangnya.
EN: Issey Miyake is celebrated for bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. The mention of his 'innovative ideas' continuing to influence fashion reflects his status as a timeless visionary whose impact transcends his lifetime.
EN: The Noun Clause (that-clause) functions as a direct object. It follows the verb 'showed' and the indirect object 'the world' to explain exactly what was shown.
Bahasa Indonesia: Klausa Nomina (klausa that) berfungsi sebagai objek langsung. Klausa ini mengikuti kata kerja 'showed' dan objek tidak langsung 'the world', untuk menjelaskan secara rinci apa yang ditunjukkan.
She proved to her parents that she could succeed in the arts.
Dia membuktikan kepada orang tuanya bahwa dia bisa sukses di bidang seni.
EN: The structure 'not just A' is used to emphasize that while A might be true, there is something more important or additional to consider.
Bahasa Indonesia: Struktur 'not just A' digunakan untuk menekankan bahwa meskipun A mungkin benar, ada hal lain yang lebih penting atau tambahan yang perlu dipertimbangkan.
Exercise is not just about losing weight; it's about feeling healthy.
Olahraga bukan hanya untuk menurunkan berat badan; ini tentang merasa sehat.
EN: In the 20th century, high fashion was often seen as a symbol of wealth and social class (status). Issey Miyake was a pioneer in shifting this perception toward fashion as a form of democratic art and functional design that anyone could enjoy.
EN: Noun Clauses with 'How': A noun clause functions as a noun and is introduced by a question word like 'how'. In this sentence, 'how clothes make you feel' and 'how much they cost' act as objects of the preposition 'about'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Klausa Nomina dengan 'How': Klausa nomina berfungsi sebagai nomina dan diawali oleh kata tanya (seperti how). Dalam kalimat ini, 'how clothes make you feel' dan 'how much they cost' berfungsi sebagai objek dari preposisi 'about'.
It's not about how you look, but how you act.
Yang penting bukanlah penampilanmu, melainkan perilakumu.
EN: Parallel Structure with 'Not': This structure compares two ideas using 'A, not B' or 'not A but B'. It ensures that the elements being compared are grammatically balanced.
Bahasa Indonesia: Struktur Paralel dengan 'Not': Struktur ini membandingkan dua ide menggunakan 'A, not B' atau 'not A but B', memastikan bahwa elemen yang dibandingkan seimbang secara gramatikal.
Success is about hard work, not luck.
Kesuksesan berkaitan dengan kerja keras, bukan keberuntungan.
EN: Issey Miyake's philosophy reflects a shift in high fashion from status-seeking (luxury for the sake of wealth) to functionalism and emotional connection. This 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) concept emphasizes the relationship between the human body and the fabric, prioritizing the wearer's experience over the garment's price tag.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: merevolusi, mengubah secara fundamental
Dalam konteks: inovatif, kreatif
Dalam konteks: permanen, abadi
Dalam konteks: visioner, pemimpin yang berpandangan jauh
Dalam konteks: minimalis, sederhana
Dalam konteks: terangkum, terwujud, tercermin
Dalam konteks: fungsional, praktis
Dalam konteks: Warisan; pengaruh yang ditinggalkan untuk generasi mendatang.
Dalam konteks: luar biasa, istimewa
Dalam konteks: filosofi, prinsip
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To make the difference between two things less clear.
Mengaburkan batasan
A polite way to say that someone has died.
Meninggal dunia, wafat
To cause something to remain after one has gone or died.
Meninggalkan, mewariskan
To look after or maintain something.
Merawat, memelihara
A process of applying heat and pressure to fabric to create permanent shapes, textures, or pleats.
Press panas
Garments that do not require special cleaning processes like dry cleaning or intensive ironing.
Mudah dirawat
The long-lasting impact of a person's creative work or ideas, rather than just financial inheritance.
Warisan/Peninggalan