A Toad Is a Perfect Tenner: Experts Recommend Wild Candidates for New BanknotesSeekor Katak Adalah 'Tenner' yang Sempurna: Pakar Merekomendasikan Kandidat Liar untuk Uang Kertas Baru
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EN: Present Perfect Tense (has announced): Used here to describe a recent action that has a result or relevance in the present. It is formed with 'have/has' + past participle.
The company has launched a new product today.
Perusahaan telah meluncurkan produk baru hari ini.
EN: Noun Clause with 'that': The word 'that' introduces a subordinate clause acting as the direct object of the verb 'announced', explaining what was announced.
I believe that we can solve this problem.
Saya yakin kita bisa memecahkan masalah ini.
EN: The Bank of England is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Traditionally, British banknotes feature a portrait of the reigning monarch on the front and a historical figure on the back. Switching to wildlife represents a significant shift in national iconography.
EN: Future Passive Voice: Formed by 'will be' + past participle (V3). It is used when the focus is on the person or thing that experiences an action in the future, rather than who performs it.
The new library will be opened next month.
Perpustakaan baru akan dibuka bulan depan.
EN: Parallel Structure in Lists: When listing multiple items, they should follow the same grammatical form. Here, 'five, ten, twenty, and fifty' are all adjectives modifying 'pound notes'.
She bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
Dia membeli apel, jeruk, dan pisang.
EN: British banknotes currently feature prominent historical figures such as Winston Churchill (£5), Jane Austen (£10), J.M.W. Turner (£20), and Alan Turing (£50). The transition to wildlife represents a shift in national identity and values, emphasizing environmental conservation.
EN: The verb 'means' is followed by a 'that' clause, which functions as the direct object of the sentence to explain the result or implication of a situation.
The dark clouds mean that it will rain soon.
Awan gelap berarti hujan akan segera turun.
EN: The phrase 'no longer' is an adverbial phrase used to indicate that an action or state that used to happen has stopped.
He no longer lives in this city.
Dia tidak lagi tinggal di kota ini.
EN: British banknotes traditionally feature the reigning monarch on the front and a famous historical figure on the back. The decision to switch to wildlife marks a significant departure from this tradition, reflecting a modern focus on environmental conservation and national natural heritage.
EN: Present Perfect Tense (have + past participle): Used here to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time in the past and has relevance to the current situation.
The company has announced a new policy regarding remote work.
Perusahaan telah mengumumkan kebijakan baru tentang kerja jarak jauh.
EN: Gerund after Prepositions: The word 'removing' is a gerund (verb+ing acting as a noun) because it follows the preposition 'about'.
She is thinking about moving to another city.
Dia sedang mempertimbangkan untuk pindah ke kota lain.
EN: Winston Churchill was a Prime Minister who led Britain during WWII, and Jane Austen was a world-renowned 19th-century novelist. Both are iconic symbols of British heritage, which is why their removal from banknotes is a sensitive political topic.
EN: Present Perfect Tense (have/has + past participle): This tense is used to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time in the past and has a connection to the present, or to show a result that is still relevant.
Recent studies have shown that exercise improves mental health.
Penelitian terbaru menunjukkan bahwa olahraga dapat meningkatkan kesehatan mental.
EN: Noun Clauses with 'that': A noun clause functions as a noun within a sentence. Here, 'that most people actually support...' acts as the direct object of the verb 'shown'.
I believe that we can find a solution.
Saya yakin kita bisa menemukan solusinya.
EN: In the UK, the Bank of England often uses public consultations to involve citizens in major changes, such as currency design. This reflects a democratic approach to national symbols, balancing historical tradition with modern public values.
EN: The Present Simple Tense is used here to describe a regular habit or a general fact. The adverb 'regularly' emphasizes the frequency of the action.
The company regularly updates its software to fix bugs.
Perusahaan ini secara rutin memperbarui perangkat lunaknya untuk memperbaiki bug.
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an infinitive with or without 'to' (help to do / help do). In this sentence, it is used to show the purpose or result of an action.
Drinking water helps to keep your skin healthy.
Minum air membantu menjaga kesehatan kulit.
EN: The Bank of England frequently updates banknote designs not just for aesthetics, but as a critical security measure. Modern British banknotes are now made of polymer (a thin, flexible plastic) which is harder to counterfeit than traditional paper.
EN: Non-defining relative clauses: The phrase starting with 'which' provides extra information about the subject 'a panel of experts'. It is separated by commas and can be removed without changing the core meaning of the sentence.
My car, which I bought last year, is already broken.
Mobil saya (yang saya beli tahun lalu) sudah rusak.
EN: Future tense with 'will': Used here to express a planned action or a firm intention that will happen in the future.
The committee will announce the winner tomorrow.
Komite akan mengumumkan pemenangnya besok.
EN: The Bank of England often uses advisory committees to ensure that national symbols on currency reflect a broad range of expertise and public interest, balancing tradition with modern values.
EN: The Future Simple tense (will + base verb) is used here to express a planned action or a future event that is expected to happen. The adverb 'then' is placed between the auxiliary 'will' and the main verb 'vote' to indicate a sequence of events.
The committee will then decide on the winner next week.
Komite kemudian akan memutuskan pemenangnya minggu depan.
EN: The preposition 'on' is used after the verb 'vote' to specify the subject or topic of the vote. This is a common verb-preposition collocation (vote on something).
We need to vote on the new proposal.
Kita perlu memberikan suara mengenai proposal baru ini.
EN: In the UK, public consultations and votes are common ways for institutions like the Bank of England to engage citizens in national decisions, such as choosing figures or themes for currency, reflecting a democratic approach to national identity.
EN: Non-defining relative clause: The phrase starting with 'which' provides extra information about the preceding nouns (hedgehog, robin, barn owl). It is separated by a comma and is used when the identity of the noun is already clear.
My favorite book, which I bought yesterday, is on the table.
Buku favorit saya (yang saya beli kemarin) ada di atas meja.
EN: Compound adjectives: 'Well-loved' is a compound adjective formed by an adverb and a past participle, used to describe a noun. These are often hyphenated when they appear before the noun they modify.
This is a well-known story in our country.
Ini adalah cerita yang terkenal di seluruh negeri kami.
EN: The robin is often considered the national bird of the UK and is a symbol of British gardens, especially during winter and Christmas. The hedgehog is also a beloved garden visitor, though its numbers have been declining, making it a significant symbol for British wildlife conservation.
EN: The verb 'suggest' is followed by a gerund (V-ing) when proposing an action. In this sentence, 'featuring' acts as the object of the verb 'suggested'.
The committee suggested postponing the meeting until next week.
Komite menyarankan untuk menunda pertemuan hingga minggu depan.
EN: The relative clause 'that have been brought back from extinction' uses the passive voice in the present perfect tense to describe a completed action with current relevance.
The ancient traditions that have been preserved are still practiced today.
Tradisi kuno yang telah dilestarikan itu masih dipraktikkan hingga saat ini.
EN: Natural England is an executive non-departmental public body in the UK, responsible for ensuring that England's natural environment is protected and improved. The mention of 'extinction' refers to successful reintroduction programs in Britain, such as the white-tailed eagle.
EN: The verb 'include' is used to introduce parts of a whole. It is often followed by a list of items that belong to a larger group mentioned previously.
The price of the tour includes lunch and transport.
Biaya perjalanan sudah termasuk makan siang dan transportasi.
EN: Compound adjectives (like 'white-tailed') are often formed by combining a color or quality with a noun ending in '-ed' to describe a specific physical feature.
The red-breasted robin is a common sight in winter.
Burung robin dada merah adalah pemandangan umum di musim dingin.
EN: The white-tailed eagle and the large blue butterfly are significant conservation success stories in the UK. Both species became extinct in Britain but were successfully reintroduced through careful environmental management.
EN: The Present Perfect Tense (has called) is used here to describe an action that happened at an unspecified time in the past and has relevance to the current situation or news context.
The government has announced a new policy regarding public transport.
Pemerintah telah mengumumkan kebijakan baru tentang transportasi umum.
EN: The Passive Infinitive (to be represented) consists of 'to be' + past participle. It is used when the focus is on the person or thing that receives the action rather than the one performing it.
The students asked for the rules to be changed.
Para siswa menuntut agar peraturannya diubah.
EN: The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a very prominent charity in the UK. British culture places a high value on animal welfare, and the RSPCA often influences public debate on how animals are treated or perceived in society.
EN: The verb 'mention' is a transitive verb, meaning it is followed directly by an object (the things being mentioned) without a preposition like 'about'.
She mentioned the new project during the meeting.
Dia menyebutkan proyek baru ini dalam rapat.
EN: The structure 'mention A as B' is used to define the role or category (B) that the subject assigns to the object (A).
The coach mentioned him as a potential captain.
Pelatih menyebutnya sebagai kandidat kapten yang potensial.
EN: The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a very influential charity in the UK. Their suggestion to include 'unpopular' animals like rats and pigeons reflects a British cultural value of fairness and the idea that all wildlife, not just the 'cute' ones, are part of the national identity.
EN: Past Participle as an Adjective Phrase: The phrase 'issued by...' uses the past participle ('issued') to modify the noun 'banknotes'. It functions like a shortened relative clause ('which are issued by').
The books written by this author are very popular.
Buku yang ditulis penulis ini sangat populer.
EN: The Adverb 'Already': This adverb is used to indicate that something has happened sooner than expected or to emphasize a current state that began in the past. In this sentence, it emphasizes that Scotland is ahead of England in using wildlife designs.
I have already finished my homework.
Saya sudah menyelesaikan pekerjaan rumah saya.
EN: In the United Kingdom, several retail banks in Scotland and Northern Ireland have the right to issue their own banknotes. While the Bank of England issues notes for the whole UK, Scottish notes are widely accepted but have distinct designs that often celebrate Scottish heritage and nature.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used here to state a permanent fact or general truth about what is printed on the banknotes.
The map shows the locations of all major cities.
Peta ini menunjukkan lokasi semua kota besar.
EN: The Oxford Comma is the final comma in a list of three or more items, placed before 'and'. It helps clarify that the last two items are separate.
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
Saya membeli apel, jeruk, dan pisang.
EN: In the UK, different banks in Scotland and Northern Ireland issue their own banknotes, which often feature distinct regional designs compared to the Bank of England's notes. The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) 'Fabric of Nature' series specifically highlights Scottish wildlife.
EN: Present Perfect Passive: Formed using 'has/have + been + past participle'. It describes an action that happened at an unspecified time in the past and has a result in the present, emphasizing the receiver of the action.
The new library has been opened by the mayor.
Perpustakaan baru telah diresmikan oleh walikota.
EN: Agent with 'by': In passive sentences, the person or thing performing the action (the agent) is introduced using the preposition 'by'.
The song was written by a famous musician.
Lagu ini diciptakan oleh seorang musisi terkenal.
EN: The five pound note (often called a 'fiver') is the lowest denomination of banknote in the UK. Chris Packham is a very influential naturalist and TV presenter in Britain, known for his strong views on wildlife conservation.
EN: The structure 'describe A as B' is used to state how someone or something is characterized. 'As' functions as a preposition here, followed by a noun phrase or adjective that defines the object.
The teacher described the student as hardworking and creative.
Guru menggambarkan siswa itu sebagai orang yang rajin dan kreatif.
EN: The word 'that' introduces a relative clause (adjective clause) to provide more information about the noun 'animals'. Since 'that' acts as the subject of the clause, it is followed directly by the verb 'deserve'.
I like books that have happy endings.
Saya suka buku yang memiliki akhir yang bahagia.
EN: Chris Packham is a well-known British naturalist and TV presenter. His nomination of the red fox is significant because foxes are controversial in the UK; while many love them, they are also seen as pests in urban areas and were historically hunted in the countryside.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: satwa liar
Dalam konteks: Uang kertas; uang kertas
Dalam konteks: mata uang
Dalam konteks: Konsultasi; musyawarah
Dalam konteks: Pemalsuan; pembuatan uang palsu
Dalam konteks: Daftar pendek; daftar kandidat
Dalam konteks: Kriteria; standar
Dalam konteks: Kepunahan; punah
Dalam konteks: Kandidat; calon
Dalam konteks: Dicalonkan; dinominasikan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To cause something to exist again or return to its original state.
Memulihkan; membuat... muncul kembali
Famous or important people from the past.
Tokoh sejarah
To publicly ask for something to happen.
Menyerukan; menuntut
The standards or rules used to make a choice.
Kriteria seleksi
Not anymore; used to say that a situation has ended.
Tidak lagi
A formal process in which the public is asked for their opinion on a proposal or change.
Konsultasi publik
The person in charge of a meeting, organization, or committee.
Ketua / Pimpinan
A piece of paper money issued by a central bank.
Uang kertas