New Year Goals (J8A)Target Tahun Baru (J8A)
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EN: The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
I want to learn a new language.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa baru.
EN: The comparative adjective 'more' is used before nouns (like 'healthy food') to indicate a greater quantity or degree of something.
We need to drink more water every day.
Kita perlu minum lebih banyak air setiap hari.
EN: The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express an intention or a future goal. 'Plan to do something' is a common structure for sharing resolutions.
I plan to save money for a trip.
Saya berencana menabung untuk bepergian.
EN: 'Every' is a determiner used with singular countable nouns (like 'month') to refer to all members of a group or to describe how often something happens.
She exercises every day.
Dia berolahraga setiap hari.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, making 'New Year's Resolutions' is a very common tradition. People often set goals related to self-improvement, such as reading more, exercising, or learning a new skill at the beginning of the year.
EN: The verb 'decide' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to indicate a choice or plan made for the future. In this sentence, 'decided to learn' shows the past decision to acquire a new skill.
He decided to buy a new computer.
Dia memutuskan untuk membeli komputer baru.
EN: The verb 'learn' can also be followed by a to-infinitive to express acquiring the ability to do something. Additionally, when playing a musical instrument, the definite article 'the' is used before the instrument (e.g., 'play the guitar').
She wants to learn to speak French.
Dia ingin belajar berbicara bahasa Prancis.
EN: In Western culture, learning to play a musical instrument like the guitar is a very common New Year's resolution or personal hobby. The phrase 'play the guitar' always requires 'the' before the instrument, which is a standard grammatical convention in English for musical instruments, unlike sports (e.g., 'play soccer').
EN: The verb 'need' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) when expressing an obligation, necessity, or requirement to perform an action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "need" (perlu) diikuti oleh to-infinitif ('to' + kata kerja dasar) ketika menyatakan kewajiban, keharusan, atau kebutuhan untuk melakukan suatu tindakan.
I need to study for my exams tonight.
Saya perlu belajar untuk ujian malam ini.
EN: The word 'more' functions as an adverb here, modifying the verb 'exercise' to indicate a greater degree or frequency of the activity.
Bahasa Indonesia: "More" di sini digunakan sebagai kata keterangan, memodifikasi kata kerja "exercise" untuk menunjukkan bahwa tingkat atau frekuensi kegiatan tersebut harus ditingkatkan (lebih banyak, lebih sering).
You should sleep more to stay healthy.
Kamu harus tidur lebih banyak agar tetap sehat.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, 'after school' refers to the time immediately following the end of the school day, which is typically associated with extracurricular activities, sports, homework, or relaxing. It is a very common time frame for students to schedule personal goals.
EN: The verb 'hope' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or plan for the future. In this sentence, 'to make' acts as the direct object of 'hope'.
I hope to travel to Japan next year.
Saya berharap dapat bepergian ke Jepang tahun depan.
EN: The collocation 'make friends' means to establish a friendship with someone. The adjective 'new' is placed before 'friends' to describe them, and 'many' quantifies the plural noun.
It is easy for him to make new friends at school.
Baginya, mudah untuk berteman baru di sekolah.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, expressing a desire to 'make many new friends' is a very common and positive social goal, especially at the beginning of a school year or when moving to a new place. It reflects an open and friendly attitude.
EN: The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express an intention or future arrangement. Since the subject 'She' is third-person singular, the verb 'plan' takes the ending '-s' (plans) in the simple present tense.
He plans to study abroad next year.
Dia berencana untuk belajar di luar negeri tahun depan.
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to indicate purpose or destination, showing what the saved money is intended to buy.
I am saving money for a new phone.
Saya sedang menabung untuk membeli ponsel baru.
EN: The dummy subject 'It' is used to replace a long infinitive phrase (to set clear goals) as the subject of the sentence, making the sentence structure more balanced. The real subject is the infinitive phrase 'to set clear goals'.
It is necessary to practice every day.
Berlatih setiap hari itu perlu.
EN: The infinitive phrase 'to set clear goals' functions as the real subject. 'To set' is the transitive verb taking 'clear goals' as its direct object.
I want to learn a new language.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa baru.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, goal-setting (especially 'SMART goals'—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) is highly emphasized in personal development, education, and career planning, particularly at the beginning of a new year.
EN: The verb 'promise' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a commitment to perform a future action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "promise" (berjanji) diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menyatakan janji untuk melakukan suatu tindakan di masa depan.
He promised to call me after the meeting.
Dia berjanji akan menelepon saya setelah rapat selesai.
EN: The phrase 'more often' is a comparative adverbial phrase used to describe doing an action with greater frequency than before.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa "more often" adalah frasa keterangan komparatif yang digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan melakukan suatu tindakan dengan frekuensi yang lebih tinggi daripada sebelumnya (lebih sering).
I need to exercise more often to stay healthy.
Saya perlu berolahraga lebih sering agar tetap sehat.
EN: The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
I want to learn how to play the guitar.
Saya ingin belajar cara bermain gitar.
EN: The demonstrative adjective 'this' is used with time expressions like 'term', 'week', or 'year' to refer to the current period of time.
We have a lot of exams this term.
Kita memiliki banyak ujian semester ini.
EN: In English-speaking academic environments, 'term' and 'semester' are both used to divide the school year. 'Term' is more common in the UK and can refer to a three-term system (trimester), while 'semester' is widely used in the US for a two-term system.
EN: The dummy pronoun 'It' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure avoids having a long subject at the beginning of the sentence.
It is important to exercise every day.
Berolahraga setiap hari itu penting.
EN: The infinitive phrase 'to try new things' acts as the real subject of the sentence. 'Try' is a transitive verb taking 'new things' as its direct object.
I want to try Japanese food.
Saya ingin mencoba masakan Jepang.
EN: In Western culture, trying new things and stepping out of one's comfort zone is highly encouraged, especially as a shared social activity to build stronger bonds with friends.
EN: The verb 'need' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express necessity or obligation. In this sentence, 'need to work' indicates that working hard is necessary.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "need" (perlu) diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menyatakan keharusan atau kewajiban. Dalam kalimat ini, "need to work" berarti bekerja keras itu perlu.
We need to study for the upcoming exam.
Kami perlu belajar untuk ujian yang akan datang.
EN: The infinitive 'to reach' is used here as an adverbial of purpose (infinitive of purpose), meaning 'in order to reach'. It explains why we need to work hard.
Bahasa Indonesia: Infinitif "to reach" digunakan di sini sebagai keterangan tujuan (infinitif tujuan), yang berarti "untuk mencapai". Ini menjelaskan mengapa kita perlu bekerja keras.
He saved money to buy a new laptop.
Dia menabung untuk membeli laptop baru.
EN: The infinitive 'to start' is used as an adjective (adjectival infinitive) to modify the noun 'chance', explaining what kind of chance it is.
I need a chance to prove myself.
Saya perlu kesempatan untuk membuktikan diri.
EN: The word 'fresh' is used as an adverb in the collocation 'start fresh', which means to begin something again in a new or different way, forgetting past difficulties.
After moving to a new city, she decided to start fresh.
Setelah pindah ke kota baru, dia memutuskan untuk memulai dari awal.
EN: In Western culture, the New Year is strongly associated with 'New Year's Resolutions'—commitments to self-improvement or starting fresh. The phrase 'start fresh' reflects this cultural emphasis on personal renewal and leaving past mistakes behind.
EN: The verb 'give' is a ditransitive verb, which means it can take two objects: an indirect object (the recipient, 'me') and a direct object (the thing being given, 'a chance to grow'). The pattern is: Subject + Give + Indirect Object + Direct Object.
My teacher gave me a useful book.
Guru saya memberi saya buku yang berguna.
EN: The infinitive phrase 'to grow' is used as an adjective (adjectival infinitive) to modify the noun 'chance', explaining what kind of chance it is.
She has a strong desire to learn.
Dia memiliki keinginan yang kuat untuk belajar.
EN: In many cultures, the 'New Year' is universally seen as a symbol of rebirth, fresh starts, and personal growth. It is a common time for people to make 'New Year's resolutions' to improve their lives.
EN: The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a desire to perform an action. In this sentence, 'want to become' indicates the speaker's goal or aspiration.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "want" (ingin) diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menyatakan tindakan yang ingin dilakukan. Dalam kalimat ini, "want to become" (ingin menjadi) menyatakan tujuan atau aspirasi pembicara.
I want to learn English this year.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa Inggris tahun ini.
EN: Comparative adjectives are used to compare differences between two objects or states. 'Healthier' is the comparative form of 'healthy' (ending in -y, which changes to -ier), meaning 'more healthy'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata sifat komparatif digunakan untuk membandingkan perbedaan antara dua objek atau keadaan. "Healthier" adalah bentuk komparatif dari "healthy" (sehat) (mengganti y dengan ier), yang berarti "lebih sehat".
I plan to eat healthier food from now on.
Saya berencana untuk makan makanan yang lebih sehat mulai sekarang.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, making 'New Year's resolutions' (goals for the coming year) is a very common tradition. Becoming healthier, exercising more, and learning new skills are among the most popular resolutions.
EN: The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express an intention or future arrangement. In this sentence, 'plan' is followed by two parallel infinitive phrases: 'to exercise' and 'to sleep early', connected by the conjunction 'and'.
I plan to study English and to travel abroad next year.
Saya berencana untuk belajar bahasa Inggris dan bepergian ke luar negeri tahun depan.
EN: Parallel structure (or parallelism) involves using the same grammatical pattern to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. Here, repeating the infinitive marker 'to' ('to exercise and to sleep') emphasizes each action individually, though the second 'to' can sometimes be omitted in casual speech.
She decided to read more books and to write a journal.
Dia memutuskan untuk membaca lebih banyak buku dan menulis jurnal.
EN: The verb 'decide' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express a choice or plan. When connecting two actions with 'and', the 'to' in the second infinitive can either be kept for emphasis/parallelism or omitted.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "decide" (memutuskan) diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menyatakan keputusan untuk melakukan sesuatu. Ketika menggunakan "and" untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan, "to" pada infinitif kedua dapat dipertahankan untuk efek kesejajaran dan penekanan, atau dapat dihilangkan.
He decided to study hard and to pass the exam.
Dia memutuskan untuk belajar dengan giat dan lulus ujian.
EN: The phrase 'write a journal' (or 'keep a journal') means to regularly record your daily experiences, thoughts, or feelings.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa "write a journal" (atau "keep a journal") berarti "menulis jurnal", yaitu mencatat secara teratur pengalaman, pikiran, atau perasaan sehari-hari.
I try to write a journal before going to bed.
Saya mencoba menulis jurnal sebelum tidur.
EN: Writing a journal (or keeping a diary) is a very common New Year's resolution in English-speaking cultures, often associated with self-reflection, mindfulness, and personal growth.
EN: The dummy pronoun 'It' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure avoids having a long, heavy subject at the beginning of the sentence.
It is important to exercise regularly.
Berolahraga secara teratur itu penting.
EN: The infinitive phrase 'to keep a good habit' acts as the real subject of the sentence, expressing an action or state.
To learn a new language takes time.
Belajar bahasa baru membutuhkan waktu.
EN: The dummy pronoun 'it' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure 'It is + adjective + to-infinitive' is common in English to avoid top-heavy sentences.
Bahasa Indonesia: Subjek dummy 'it' digunakan sebagai pengganti posisi ketika subjek yang sebenarnya adalah frasa infinitif (to + kata kerja). Struktur "It is + kata sifat + infinitif" ini sangat umum dalam bahasa Inggris untuk menghindari kalimat yang terkesan berat di awal.
It is important to practice speaking every day.
Berlatih berbicara setiap hari itu penting.
EN: The verb 'see' is a sensory verb (verb of perception). It can be followed by an object and a bare infinitive (verb root) to emphasize the entire action, or a present participle (-ing) to emphasize an ongoing action.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja 'see' adalah kata kerja sensorik (kata kerja persepsi). Kata kerja ini dapat diikuti oleh objek (kasus akusatif) dan kata kerja bentuk dasar untuk menekankan terjadinya seluruh tindakan; atau diikuti oleh present participle (-ing) untuk menekankan tindakan yang sedang berlangsung. Dalam kalimat ini, 'improve' adalah kata kerja bentuk dasar.
I saw him cross the street.
Saya melihat dia menyeberang jalan.
EN: The verb 'need' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express necessity. In this sentence, 'need' is followed by two parallel infinitive phrases connected by 'and': 'to be patient' and 'to never give up'.
I need to study hard and to pass the exam.
Saya perlu belajar dengan giat dan lulus ujian.
EN: The split infinitive occurs when an adverb (like 'never') is placed between 'to' and the verb (like 'give up'). This is very common in modern English to add emphasis directly to the verb.
She decided to slowly walk home.
Dia memutuskan untuk berjalan pulang dengan perlahan.
EN: The verb 'promise' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) when expressing an agreement or commitment to perform an action. In this sentence, 'promise to support' means making a commitment to help each other.
We promised to arrive on time.
Kami berjanji akan tiba tepat waktu.
EN: 'Each other' is a reciprocal pronoun used to show that two or more people perform the same action toward one another. It functions as the object of the verb 'support'.
They always help each other with their homework.
Mereka selalu saling membantu dengan pekerjaan rumah.
EN: The verb 'hope' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or plan for the future.
We hope to visit Japan next summer.
Kami berharap untuk bepergian ke Jepang musim panas tahun depan.
EN: The adverb 'yet' is used after a superlative adjective (like 'best') to mean 'up to the present time' or 'so far'.
This is his most exciting book yet.
Ini adalah buku yang paling menarik yang pernah dia tulis sejauh ini.
EN: In Western culture, the transition to a new year is often associated with self-improvement, setting goals, and supporting friends and family in their 'New Year's resolutions'. Expressing a shared hope for a great year ahead is a common way to build community and mutual encouragement.
EN: The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
I want to learn English this year.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa Inggris tahun ini.
EN: In information questions (wh- questions) in the simple present tense, the auxiliary verb 'do' is placed before the subject 'you' when the main verb is a non-be verb.
Bahasa Indonesia: Dalam kalimat tanya informasi (wh- questions) pada simple present tense, ketika kata kerja utamanya bukan kata kerja be, kata kerja bantu "do" ditempatkan sebelum subjek "you".
What do you study on weekends?
Apa yang kamu baca pada akhir pekan?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, asking about plans or resolutions for 'this year' is a very common and friendly way to start a conversation, especially around the New Year. Addressing someone directly by their first name (like 'Emma') at the end of a question adds warmth and personal connection to the dialogue.
EN: The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) as its direct object. In this sentence, 'want' is followed by 'to learn', and 'learn' is also followed by another infinitive 'to swim' to show the action being learned.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "want" (ingin) harus diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) sebagai objek langsungnya. Dalam kalimat ini, "want" diikuti oleh "to learn", dan "learn" (belajar) juga diikuti oleh infinitif lain "to swim" untuk menyatakan tindakan yang dipelajari.
I want to learn to speak English.
Saya ingin belajar berbicara bahasa Inggris.
EN: The word 'well' is an adverb of manner used to modify the verb 'swim', indicating the ability to perform the action to a high standard.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata "well" adalah kata keterangan cara yang digunakan untuk memodifikasi kata kerja "swim" (berenang), menunjukkan bahwa tindakan tersebut dapat dilakukan dengan standar yang baik.
EN: The verb 'hope' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a desire or plan for the future. In this structure, 'to join' acts as the direct object of the verb 'hope'.
I hope to travel to Japan next year.
Saya berharap untuk bepergian ke Jepang tahun depan.
EN: The noun phrase 'the science club' uses the definite article 'the' because it refers to a specific, unique club within the school context that both the speaker and listener are aware of.
She decided to join the drama club.
Dia memutuskan untuk bergabung dengan klub drama.
EN: In American and British schools, extracurricular activities and clubs (like the 'science club', 'drama club', or 'sports clubs') play a huge role in student life. Joining these clubs is highly encouraged to build social skills, explore interests, and enhance university applications.
EN: The verb 'decide' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a decision to perform an action.
She decided to buy a new laptop.
Dia memutuskan untuk membeli laptop baru.
EN: 'A little' can be used as an adverb to mean 'slightly' or 'to a small degree', modifying a verb like 'study'.
I need to sleep a little before the meeting.
Saya perlu tidur sebentar sebelum rapat.
EN: The verb 'need' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) when it expresses an obligation, necessity, or intention to perform an action.
I need to study for my exams tonight.
Saya perlu belajar untuk ujian malam ini.
EN: The pattern 'spend time on + noun' is used to express dedicating a certain amount of time to an activity or object. 'Less' is the comparative form of 'little', used here with the uncountable noun 'time'.
She spends less time on social media now.
Dia sekarang menghabiskan lebih sedikit waktu di media sosial.
EN: In modern English-speaking cultures, discussing digital well-being and limiting screen time (or time spent on video games) is a very common topic among students and young professionals as they strive for a balanced lifestyle.
EN: The dummy subject 'It' is used as a placeholder at the beginning of the sentence when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure (It + be + adjective + to-infinitive) is used to make sentences easier to understand and more natural, avoiding a long subject at the start.
It is important to exercise every day.
Berolahraga setiap hari itu penting.
EN: The to-infinitive 'to have' acts as the real subject of the sentence. In this context, 'have' means to possess or maintain a specific thing (a clear plan).
To learn a new language takes time.
Belajar bahasa baru membutuhkan waktu.
EN: The verb 'plan' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to express an intention or a future arrangement. In this sentence, 'to save' acts as the direct object of the verb 'plan'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Kata kerja "plan" (berencana) diikuti oleh to-infinitif (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menyatakan niat atau pengaturan di masa depan. Dalam kalimat ini, "to save" berfungsi sebagai objek langsung dari kata kerja "plan".
I plan to visit my grandparents next weekend.
Saya berencana mengunjungi kakek dan nenek saya akhir pekan depan.
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to indicate purpose or destination. When followed by a noun (like 'a trip'), it explains the reason or goal of the action (saving money).
Bahasa Indonesia: Preposisi "for" digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan tujuan atau sasaran. Ketika diikuti oleh kata benda (seperti "a trip"), ini menjelaskan alasan atau tujuan dari tindakan (menabung) tersebut.
She is studying hard for the exam.
Dia sedang belajar dengan giat untuk ujian.
EN: The verb 'agree' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express consent or a decision to perform an action. In this sentence, 'agreed to study' shows that the decision was made in the past.
They agreed to meet at the library.
Mereka setuju untuk bertemu di perpustakaan.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'on weekends' is used to describe an action that happens regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. In American English, 'on weekends' is common, while British English often uses 'at weekends'.
Bahasa Indonesia: Frasa preposisional "on weekends" digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan tindakan yang terjadi secara rutin pada hari Sabtu dan Minggu. Dalam bahasa Inggris Amerika, umum digunakan "on weekends", sedangkan dalam bahasa Inggris Britania sering digunakan "at weekends".
I usually visit my grandparents on weekends.
Saya biasanya mengunjungi kakek dan nenek saya pada akhir pekan.
EN: The dummy subject 'It' is used as a placeholder at the beginning of the sentence when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure keeps the sentence balanced and avoids a heavy subject at the start.
It is important to exercise every day.
Berolahraga setiap hari itu penting.
EN: The infinitive 'to chase' acts as the real subject of the sentence. It is placed after the adjective 'exciting' to complete the meaning of what is exciting.
It is fun to learn a new language.
Belajar bahasa baru itu menyenangkan.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, especially around the New Year, there is a strong emphasis on self-improvement and setting 'resolutions' or 'goals'. Expressing excitement about these goals is a common way to motivate oneself and others.
EN: The structure 'Let's + base verb' (short for 'Let us') is used to make suggestions or proposals, inviting others to join in an action.
Let's work together to finish the project.
Mari kita bekerja sama untuk menyelesaikan proyek ini.
EN: The verb 'promise' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) to express a commitment or agreement to do something in the future.
I promise to call you when I arrive.
Saya berjanji akan menelepon Anda begitu saya tiba.
EN: In Western peer groups and educational settings, mutual growth and peer support ('helping each other grow') are highly valued concepts. It reflects a collaborative rather than purely competitive mindset.
Kosakata utama dengan pengucapan IPA, definisi, contoh kalimat, dan kuis interaktif.
Dalam konteks: memperbaiki, meningkatkan, membuat sesuatu menjadi lebih baik
Dalam konteks: sabar
Dalam konteks: mendukung, menyemangati, membantu
Dalam konteks: Buku harian, jurnal
Dalam konteks: kebiasaan
Dalam konteks: mengejar, mengejar (tujuan, impian)
Dalam konteks: setuju, mencapai kesepakatan
Dalam konteks: sangat baik, menyenangkan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, catatan penggunaan, dan contoh kalimat.
To stop trying to do something before you have finished, usually because it is too difficult.
menyerah
To start something again in a new way, forgetting about the past.
memulai kembali, memulai dengan awal yang baru
Used to refer to two or more people who do something to, or feel something for, the other person or people.
satu sama lain, saling
To keep money instead of spending it, especially in order to buy something in the future.
menabung, menghemat uang