EN: Appositives: An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames another noun right beside it. In this sentence, 'the highest rating a restaurant can achieve' provides more information about 'three Michelin stars'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Apositif: Apositif adalah kata benda atau frasa kata benda yang mengganti nama kata benda lain yang mengikutinya, untuk menjelaskan atau memberikan informasi lebih lanjut. Dalam kalimat ini, "the highest rating a restaurant can achieve" menjelaskan arti dari "three Michelin stars".
My brother, a talented chef, works in Paris.
Kakak laki-laki saya adalah seorang koki berbakat yang bekerja di Paris.
EN: Reduced Relative Clauses: The phrase 'a restaurant can achieve' is a relative clause modifying 'rating'. The relative pronoun 'that' or 'which' is omitted because it functions as the object of the verb 'achieve'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Klausa Relatif yang Diringkas: Frasa 'a restaurant can achieve' adalah klausa relatif yang memodifikasi 'rating'. Karena kata ganti relatif (that atau which) berfungsi sebagai objek dari kata kerja 'achieve' dalam klausa, kata ganti tersebut dapat dihilangkan.
This is the best movie I have ever seen.
Ini adalah film terbaik yang pernah saya lihat.
EN: The Michelin Guide is the world's most influential restaurant rating system. Three stars signify 'exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.' Sukiyabashi Jiro, led by Jiro Ono, became a global symbol of Japanese 'shokunin' (craftsmanship) spirit.
EN: The use of 'the first' followed by a noun and a to-infinitive (to + verb) is a common structure to indicate that someone or something is the first to perform a specific action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Penggunaan 'the first' diikuti kata benda dan infinitif (to + kata kerja) adalah pola umum untuk menunjukkan bahwa seseorang atau sesuatu adalah yang pertama melakukan tindakan tertentu.
She was the first person to arrive at the party.
Dia adalah orang pertama yang tiba di pesta.
EN: Prepositional phrases like 'in the world' act as adjectives to modify the preceding noun ('sushi restaurant'), providing specific context or scope.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa preposisional seperti 'in the world' di sini berfungsi sebagai adjektiva untuk memodifikasi kata benda sebelumnya (sushi restaurant), memberikan konteks atau batasan yang spesifik.
This is the tallest building in the city.
Ini adalah bangunan tertinggi di kota ini.
EN: The Michelin Guide is a prestigious French hotel and restaurant reference guide. Receiving three stars is the highest possible achievement, signifying 'exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.' In the context of sushi, which was traditionally seen as a simple street food, this was a monumental shift in global culinary perception.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the person or thing affected by the action. In this sentence, 'was considered' shows that the public or critics held this opinion about the restaurant.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle): Digunakan ketika fokusnya adalah pada penerima tindakan, bukan pelakunya. Dalam kalimat ini, "was considered" menunjukkan pendapat publik atau kritikus tentang restoran tersebut.
The local bakery is considered the best in town.
Toko roti lokal ini dianggap yang terbaik di kota.
EN: Compound Adjectives: Words like 'ten-seat' act as a single adjective to describe a noun. Note that the noun within the compound (seat) is singular, even though the number is plural.
Bahasa Indonesia: Adjektiva Majemuk: Kata-kata seperti 'ten-seat' berfungsi sebagai satu adjektiva untuk memodifikasi kata benda. Perhatikan bahwa meskipun angkanya jamak, kata benda dalam kata majemuk (seat) biasanya menggunakan bentuk tunggal.
We stayed in a five-star hotel during our vacation.
Kami tinggal di hotel bintang lima selama liburan.
EN: In Japan, high-end sushi restaurants are often located in unexpected places, such as office building basements or subway stations. This reflects a cultural focus on the quality of the craft over the outward luxury of the building's exterior.
EN: Past Perfect Tense (had + past participle): Used to describe an action that was completed before another point in time or another action in the past. In this context, it emphasizes the process of transformation that occurred leading up to his fame.
Bahasa Indonesia: Past Perfect Tense (had + past participle): Digunakan untuk menggambarkan tindakan yang telah selesai sebelum titik waktu tertentu di masa lalu atau sebelum tindakan masa lalu lainnya. Dalam konteks ini, ini menekankan proses transformasi yang terjadi sebelum dia mendapatkan ketenaran.
The small startup had grown into a massive corporation by 2010.
Perusahaan rintisan kecil ini telah tumbuh menjadi perusahaan besar sebelum tahun 2010.
EN: Transform A into B: A common phrasal structure meaning to change something completely from one state or form into another.
Bahasa Indonesia: Transform A into B: Ini adalah struktur frasa umum yang berarti mengubah sesuatu sepenuhnya dari satu keadaan atau bentuk ke keadaan atau bentuk lain.
The architect transformed the old warehouse into a modern loft.
Arsitek mengubah gudang tua menjadi loteng modern.
EN: The concept of 'humble beginnings' is a recurring theme in Japanese 'Shokunin' (craftsman) culture, where mastery is achieved through decades of repetitive, low-profile work before attaining public acclaim.
EN: The past participle 'called' acts as a reduced relative clause (which was called), functioning as an adjective to modify the noun 'documentary film'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Partisip lampau 'called' di sini berfungsi sebagai klausa relatif yang diringkas (aslinya which was called), bertindak sebagai adjektiva untuk memodifikasi kata benda 'documentary film' (film dokumenter).
A book called 'The Great Gatsby' is on the table.
Sebuah buku berjudul "The Great Gatsby" ada di atas meja.
EN: The verb 'show' follows the pattern 'show something to someone', where 'something' is the direct object and 'someone' is the indirect object preceded by the preposition 'to'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'show' mengikuti pola 'show something to someone', di mana 'something' adalah objek langsung dan 'someone' adalah objek tidak langsung yang mengikuti preposisi 'to'.
She showed her new painting to her friends.
Dia menunjukkan lukisan barunya kepada teman-temannya.
EN: The film 'Jiro Dreams of Sushi' (2011) brought international fame to Jiro Ono and popularized the Japanese concept of 'shokunin' (craftsman) in the West, emphasizing that mastery comes from repetitive, lifelong dedication.
EN: The sentence uses 'Reduced Relative Clauses' or 'Participial Phrases' (waking, going) to describe simultaneous actions or states. These present participles function as modifiers to the subject 'He', providing additional detail about his routine without needing a new conjunction like 'and'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat ini menggunakan "frasa partisipial" (waking, going) untuk menggambarkan tindakan atau keadaan yang terjadi bersamaan. Partisip present ini berfungsi sebagai modifikator untuk subjek "He", memberikan detail tambahan tentang aktivitas sehari-harinya tanpa memerlukan konjungsi (seperti and).
She sat by the window, watching the rain fall.
Dia duduk di dekat jendela, menatap hujan yang turun.
EN: The phrase 'in his mid-eighties' uses the possessive adjective + 'mid-' + 'decade' to express a specific range within a ten-year period (approximately 84-86 years old).
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa 'in his mid-eighties' menggunakan kata sifat posesif + 'mid-' + 'kata benda dekade' untuk mengekspresikan rentang tertentu dalam tahap dekade (sekitar 84-86 tahun).
He started his own business in his late twenties.
Dia memulai bisnisnya di usia akhir dua puluhan mendekati tiga puluhan.
EN: In Japanese culture, the concept of 'Shokunin' (craftsman) involves a lifelong commitment to one's craft. Jiro's routine of going to the fish market personally even in his 80s exemplifies this dedication, as most high-end chefs rely on suppliers once they reach a certain level of fame.
EN: Present Participle Phrase (-ing) for Result or Purpose: The phrase 'ensuring its quality' acts as a participle phrase that explains the purpose or result of the main action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Partisip Present (-ing) untuk Hasil atau Tujuan: 'ensuring its quality' berfungsi sebagai frasa partisip untuk menjelaskan tujuan atau hasil yang mengikuti tindakan dalam klausa utama.
She studied late into the night, preparing for her final exam.
Dia belajar sampai larut malam, mempersiapkan diri untuk ujian akhir.
EN: Past Continuous Tense: Formed with 'was/were + verb-ing', it describes an ongoing action in the past, emphasizing the process.
Bahasa Indonesia: Past Continuous Tense: Dibentuk dengan 'was/were + kata kerja-ing', ini menggambarkan tindakan yang sedang berlangsung pada titik waktu tertentu di masa lalu, menekankan kelangsungan proses.
They were watching a movie when the phone rang.
Mereka sedang menonton film ketika telepon berdering.
EN: This sentence reflects the Japanese concept of 'Shokunin' (craftsman), where the master remains hands-on even at a high level of success, believing that personal involvement is the only way to guarantee perfection.
EN: Passive Voice with 'be amazed by': This structure uses the past participle 'amazed' as an adjective to describe a state caused by an external factor. The preposition 'by' introduces the agent or cause of the feeling.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif dengan 'be amazed by': Struktur ini menggunakan past participle 'amazed' sebagai adjektiva untuk menggambarkan keadaan yang disebabkan oleh faktor eksternal. Preposisi 'by' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan subjek atau penyebab yang menimbulkan perasaan tersebut.
The tourists were amazed by the breathtaking view of the mountains.
Para wisatawan kagum dengan pemandangan gunung yang megah.
EN: Noun Phrase with Prepositional Modifiers: The subject 'Audiences' is modified by 'around the world', and the object of the preposition 'dedication' is modified by 'to his craft'. This creates complex, descriptive layers within a sentence.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Kata Benda dengan Modifikator Preposisional: Subjek 'Audiences' dimodifikasi oleh 'around the world', dan objek preposisi 'dedication' dimodifikasi oleh 'to his craft'. Ini menciptakan lapisan yang kompleks dan deskriptif dalam kalimat.
Her commitment to her studies earned her a scholarship.
Dedikasinya terhadap studinya membuatnya memenangkan beasiswa.
EN: The term 'craft' in this context refers to 'Shokunin Kishitsu' (craftsman spirit). In Japanese culture, this involves a lifelong pursuit of perfection in one's work, no matter how repetitive or simple the task may seem.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used here ('are allowed') to show that the permission is granted by someone else (the master), emphasizing the rules of the establishment rather than the person giving permission.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat Pasif (be + past participle) digunakan di sini ('are allowed') untuk menunjukkan bahwa izin diberikan oleh orang lain (sang master), menekankan aturan institusi daripada orang yang memberikan izin.
Students are not allowed to use their phones during the exam.
Siswa tidak diizinkan menggunakan ponsel selama ujian.
EN: The conjunction 'before' introduces a subordinate clause of time, indicating that the action in the main clause (spending ten years) must occur prior to the action in the 'before' clause.
Bahasa Indonesia: Konjungsi 'before' memperkenalkan klausa bawahan waktu, menunjukkan bahwa tindakan dalam klausa utama (menghabiskan sepuluh tahun) harus terjadi sebelum tindakan dalam klausa 'before'.
You should wash your hands before you eat dinner.
Kamu harus mencuci tangan sebelum makan malam.
EN: In traditional Japanese crafts, the 'shokunin' (artisan) system involves a long period of apprenticeship. Making 'tamago' (sweet omelet) is often the final test for a sushi apprentice because it requires extreme temperature control and patience, despite appearing simple.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the recipient of the action rather than the performer. In this case, 'Tamago' is the subject receiving the action of being 'considered'.
The project is considered a success by the team.
Proyek tersebut dianggap sukses oleh tim.
EN: Parallel Structure with 'but': This sentence uses the conjunction 'but' to connect two predicates that share the same subject ('Tamago'). Both parts must agree with the subject in terms of number and tense.
Bahasa Indonesia: Struktur Paralel dengan 'but': Kalimat ini menggunakan konjungsi 'but' untuk menghubungkan dua predikat yang berbagi subjek yang sama (Tamago). Kedua bagian harus setuju dengan subjek dalam hal jumlah dan tenses.
The car is old but runs very smoothly.
Mobil ini tua, tetapi berjalan sangat mulus.
EN: In high-end sushi culture, 'Tamago' (egg sushi) is often used as a test of a chef's skill. Because it involves delicate heat control and seasoning, it reveals the apprentice's patience and attention to detail, which are core values of a 'shokunin' (craftsman).
EN: Noun Clause as Object: The word 'that' introduces a subordinate clause that functions as the direct object of the verb 'believes'. It explains exactly what the subject believes.
Bahasa Indonesia: Klausa Kata Benda sebagai Objek: Kata 'that' memperkenalkan klausa bawahan yang berfungsi sebagai objek langsung dari kata kerja 'believes', merinci apa yang dipercaya oleh subjek.
She believes that hard work leads to success.
Dia percaya bahwa kerja keras akan membawa kesuksesan.
EN: Compound Predicate: A single subject ('shortcuts') performs two actions connected by the conjunction 'and' ('produce' and 'compromise'). Both verbs must agree with the subject.
Bahasa Indonesia: Predikat Majemuk: Subjek tunggal ('shortcuts') melakukan dua tindakan yang dihubungkan oleh konjungsi 'and' (produce dan compromise). Kedua kata kerja harus setuju dengan subjek.
Exercise improves health and boosts energy.
Olahraga meningkatkan kesehatan dan meningkatkan vitalitas.
EN: This sentence reflects the Japanese concept of 'Shokunin' (craftsmanship), which emphasizes extreme attention to detail, repetition, and the rejection of easy paths to achieve perfection.
EN: The verb 'emphasize' is followed by a 'that-clause' which functions as a noun clause (the direct object). This structure is used to report a statement or belief with strong importance.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'emphasize' diikuti oleh 'that-clause' yang berfungsi sebagai klausa kata benda sebagai objek. Struktur ini sering digunakan untuk mengekspresikan pendapat atau keyakinan penting secara formal.
The coach emphasized that teamwork is the key to victory.
Pelatih menekankan bahwa kerja sama tim adalah kunci kemenangan.
EN: The word 'requires' is a transitive verb in the simple present tense, used here to express a general truth or a necessary condition. Since 'true mastery' is an uncountable singular noun, the verb takes the '-s' ending.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'requires' adalah kata kerja transitif dalam simple present tense, digunakan di sini untuk mengekspresikan kebenaran umum atau kondisi yang diperlukan. Karena subjek 'true mastery' adalah kata benda tunggal yang tidak dapat dihitung, kata kerja harus ditambah '-s'.
Success requires hard work and patience.
Kesuksesan membutuhkan usaha dan kesabaran.
EN: The sentence reflects the Japanese concept of 'Shokunin Kishitsu' (craftsman spirit), which values the relentless pursuit of perfection through repetitive practice and lifelong commitment to one's work.
EN: The Present Participle (-ing) as a Reduced Relative Clause: 'Embodying' acts as a participle phrase that provides additional information about the subject (Jiro). It functions similarly to 'and he embodies' or 'who embodies'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Partisip Present (-ing) sebagai Klausa Relatif yang Diringkas: 'Embodying' di sini berfungsi sebagai frasa partisip untuk menambahkan informasi tentang keadaan atau tindakan subjek (Jiro), setara dengan 'and he embodies' atau 'who embodies'.
She sat by the window, watching the rain fall.
Dia duduk di dekat jendela, menatap hujan yang turun.
EN: Prepositional Phrase 'Past the age of': This phrase is used to indicate a point in time or a stage of life that has been exceeded.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa Preposisional 'Past the age of': Frasa ini digunakan untuk menunjukkan titik di mana seseorang telah melewati usia atau tahap kehidupan tertentu.
He is still very active past the age of 80.
Dia masih sangat aktif setelah usia 80 tahun.
EN: The term 'shokunin' (職人) in Japanese culture goes beyond just being a 'craftsman.' It implies a social obligation to work one's best for the general welfare of the people and a spiritual commitment to perfect one's craft.
EN: Imperative Mood: This sentence uses the imperative mood to give advice or instructions. It starts with an adverb (always) followed by the base form of the verb (look), omitting the subject 'you'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Mood Imperatif: Kalimat ini menggunakan mood imperatif untuk memberikan saran atau instruksi. Dimulai dengan adverbia (always), diikuti kata kerja dasar (look), dan subjek 'you' dihilangkan.
Always check the weather before you go hiking.
Selalu periksa cuaca sebelum pergi hiking.
EN: Infinitive as an Adjective: The phrase 'to improve' is a to-infinitive that functions as an adjective, modifying the noun 'ways' to specify what kind of ways are being discussed.
Bahasa Indonesia: Infinitif sebagai Adjektiva: Frasa 'to improve' adalah infinitif yang berfungsi seperti adjektiva, memodifikasi kata benda 'ways', menjelaskan jenis "cara" apa.
She found a new way to solve the problem.
Dia menemukan cara baru untuk menyelesaikan masalah.
EN: The word 'craft' in this context refers to 'Shokunin Kishitsu' (craftsman spirit), a Japanese concept of mastery through lifelong dedication, precision, and constant self-improvement.
EN: The Present Perfect Tense ('has never made') is used to describe an experience or action that occurred at an unspecified time in the past and continues to be relevant to the present.
Bahasa Indonesia: Present Perfect Tense ('has never made') digunakan untuk menggambarkan pengalaman atau tindakan yang terjadi pada waktu yang tidak spesifik di masa lalu dan masih relevan dengan sekarang.
She has never traveled to Japan before.
Dia belum pernah bepergian ke Jepang sebelumnya.
EN: Ellipsis in the future tense ('never will') is used to avoid repetition. Here, 'never will' is short for 'never will make a perfect piece of sushi'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Elipsis dalam future tense ('never will') digunakan untuk menghindari pengulangan. Di sini, 'never will' adalah singkatan dari 'never will make a perfect piece of sushi'.
I haven't finished the report, but I soon will.
Saya belum menyelesaikan laporan, tetapi saya akan segera menyelesaikannya.
EN: This sentence reflects the Japanese philosophy of 'Kaizen' (continuous improvement) and the 'Shokunin' spirit. Even a world-renowned master like Jiro believes perfection is an unattainable goal that one must constantly strive for, showing deep humility and dedication.
EN: The sentence uses a 'What-clause' as a nominal clause acting as a subject complement. This structure emphasizes the reason or thing that performs an action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kalimat ini menggunakan "klausa kata benda yang dipandu oleh What" sebagai pelengkap subjek. Struktur ini sering digunakan untuk menekankan alasan atau hal yang menyebabkan suatu tindakan dilakukan.
What she needs is a long vacation.
Yang dia butuhkan adalah liburan panjang.
EN: The dash (—) is used here to introduce an appositive, providing a definition or further explanation for the Japanese term 'shokunin'.
He is a polyglot — a person who knows several languages.
Dia adalah seorang poliglot—yaitu seseorang yang menguasai beberapa bahasa.
EN: The Japanese term 'shokunin' (職人) translates to 'craftsman' or 'artisan,' but it carries a deeper cultural meaning in Japan. It implies a social obligation to work one's best for the welfare of the people and a spiritual commitment to perfecting one's craft through lifelong repetition and dedication.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Pengakuan, penghargaan, atau penghormatan
Dalam konteks: Teguh, tidak goyah
Dalam konteks: Magang, murid
Dalam konteks: Eksekusi, pelaksanaan (tingkat keterampilan teknis)
Dalam konteks: Jalan pintas, cara curang
Dalam konteks: Lebih rendah, berkualitas rendah
Dalam konteks: Merusak, membahayakan (prinsip atau kualitas)
Dalam konteks: Penguasaan, keahlian, penguasaan penuh
Dalam konteks: Mewujudkan, mengejawantahkan
Dalam konteks: Pengrajin, tukang
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
Starting from a low social, financial, or professional status.
Awal yang sederhana, merintis dari bawah
Among the best in the world.
Kelas dunia, tingkat dunia
The usual series of activities that someone does every day.
Rutinitas harian
Complete commitment and hard work toward a specific skill or profession.
Dedikasi terhadap keahlian/profesi seseorang
The degree of skill or technical proficiency with which a task is performed or a work of art is created.
Teknik, tingkat penyelesaian, ekspresi
To weaken, damage, or lower the standards of something, such as quality or reputation.
Merusak, menurunkan (standar), membahayakan
A professional trade or skill, especially one involving practical skills and manual dexterity, pursued as a lifelong calling.
Keahlian profesional, kerajinan, keterampilan perajin
A Japanese term for a master craftsman who is deeply dedicated to their craft and feels a social obligation to work their best.
Shokunin (Ahli Kriya)