EN: The preposition 'with' is used here to indicate the instrument or tool used to perform an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata depan "with" digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan alat atau cara yang digunakan untuk melakukan sesuatu tindakan.
I am writing with a pen.
Saya sedang menulis dengan pen mata.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, 'DIY' (Do It Yourself) culture is very common. Homeowners often take pride in fixing simple household issues like a dripping faucet themselves rather than calling a professional immediately.
EN: Using 'Part' followed by a letter is a common way to label sections of a book, lesson, or test.
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan "Part" diikuti oleh huruf adalah cara biasa untuk menandakan bahagian buku, kursus, atau peperiksaan.
Please look at Part B.
Sila lihat Bahagian B.
EN: In English educational materials, 'Part A' is the standard way to organize content. Unlike some languages that might use numbers first, English often uses letters for sub-sections.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used here to describe an action happening in a story or a scene (narrative present).
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Kini Mudah digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan tindakan yang berlaku dalam cerita atau suasana (kala kini naratif).
He opens the door and sees his friend.
Dia membuka pintu dan melihat kawannya.
EN: In Western households, it is common for people to attempt basic home repairs (DIY) like fixing a leaky faucet before calling a professional plumber, as professional services can be quite expensive.
EN: Use 'Why do you...' to ask for the reason behind someone's current action or state.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Why do you..." untuk bertanya sebab di sebalik tindakan atau keadaan semasa seseorang.
Why do you have an umbrella?
Mengapa kamu membawa payung?
EN: In many Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are common to save on the high cost of professional plumbers or electricians. Asking about a toolbox often implies curiosity about what needs fixing.
EN: The pattern 'keep + verb-ing' is used to describe an action that continues to happen or is repeated many times.
Bahasa Melayu: Corak "keep + kata kerja-ing" digunakan untuk menerangkan sesuatu tindakan yang berterusan atau berulang kali.
It keeps raining today.
Hari ini hujan turun tanpa henti.
EN: In many Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are common to save on the high cost of professional plumbing services.
EN: This is an imperative sentence used to give a command or request. In English, we can use just the base form of a verb to tell someone to do something.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini adalah ayat perintah yang digunakan untuk memberi arahan atau permintaan. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita boleh terus menggunakan bentuk dasar kata kerja untuk meminta seseorang melakukan sesuatu.
Stop.
Berhenti.
EN: In casual conversation, 'Wait' is often used to pause a discussion or express hesitation before someone makes a decision. It is less formal than 'Wait a moment'.
EN: Negative questions starting with 'Don't you...' are often used to suggest an idea or express surprise while seeking agreement.
Bahasa Melayu: Soalan negatif yang bermula dengan "Don't you..." sering digunakan untuk mencadangkan idea atau menyatakan kejutan, sambil mencari persetujuan daripada pihak lain.
Don't you think it's too late to go out?
Tidakkah kamu rasa terlalu lewat untuk keluar sekarang?
EN: In many Western countries, professional services like plumbing or electrical work can be very expensive. This is why Jonathan wants to fix it himself to 'save time and money,' while Dana is concerned about the difficulty of the task.
EN: The word 'No' can be used as a complete sentence to express disagreement or a negative answer to a question.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan "No" boleh digunakan sebagai ayat lengkap untuk menyatakan tidak setuju atau jawapan negatif kepada soalan.
No, I don't need help.
Tidak, saya tidak memerlukan bantuan.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'No' directly to a suggestion from a family member or partner is common when you are confident in your own ability to handle a task.
EN: The use of 'It's' (It is) to identify or describe a situation or object.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan "It's" (It is) untuk mengenal pasti atau menerangkan situasi atau objek.
It's a beautiful day.
Ini adalah hari yang indah.
EN: In many Western cultures, there is a strong 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) culture where homeowners take pride in fixing minor household issues themselves to save money.
EN: Using 'if' to talk about a possible situation and its result. The structure is: [Result] + if + [Condition].
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan "if" untuk membincangkan situasi yang mungkin dan akibatnya. Strukturnya ialah: [hasil] + if + [syarat].
I will be happy if you come to the party.
Jika awak datang ke parti, saya akan gembira.
EN: In many Western cultures, there is a strong 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) spirit. People often try to fix household items themselves to save money before calling a professional.
EN: 'Okay' is an interjection used to express agreement, acceptance, or to signal that you understand what someone has said.
Bahasa Melayu: "Okay" ialah kata seru yang digunakan untuk menyatakan persetujuan, penerimaan, atau untuk menunjukkan bahawa anda memahami apa yang dikatakan oleh orang lain.
Okay, I will help you.
Baiklah, saya akan tolong awak.
EN: 'Okay' is one of the most common words in the English language and is used globally to show consensus or to move a conversation forward.
EN: The phrase 'would like to' is a polite way to say 'want to'. It is followed by a base verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa "would like to" ialah cara yang sopan untuk mengatakan "want to" (mahu). Ia diikuti oleh kata kerja bentuk dasar.
I'd like to buy a coffee.
Saya ingin membeli secawan kopi.
EN: 'Lend a hand' is a common idiom. It literally means giving someone your hand to help them, but it is used for any kind of assistance.
EN: Use 'can' followed by the base form of a verb to ask about ability or to offer help. In questions, 'can' comes before the subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "can" diikuti oleh bentuk dasar kata kerja untuk bertanya tentang kebolehan atau menawarkan bantuan. Dalam ayat tanya, "can" perlu diletakkan sebelum subjek.
What can I buy?
Apa yang boleh saya beli?
EN: In Western culture, offering specific help with this phrase shows you are willing to cooperate and take direction, which is very helpful in DIY tasks.
EN: Using 'and' to connect two actions in a sequence.
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan "and" untuk menghubungkan dua tindakan yang berlaku mengikut urutan.
You can open the door and come inside.
Kamu boleh buka pintu dan kemudian masuk.
EN: In Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are very common to save on high labor costs for professional plumbers or electricians.
EN: This is a common idiomatic expression used to show that you understand a request and will do it immediately.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini adalah ungkapan idiomatik yang biasa digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa anda memahami permintaan seseorang dan akan melakukannya dengan segera.
Can you bring me some water? - You got it.
Bolehkah awak tolong ambilkan saya sedikit air? - Tiada masalah.
EN: In American English, 'You got it' is a very friendly and informal way to say 'Yes' or 'I will do that for you.' It is often used in service industries (like restaurants) or between friends.
EN: The phrase 'be going to' followed by a verb is used to talk about a plan or an action that is about to happen very soon.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa "be going to" diikuti oleh kata kerja digunakan untuk membincangkan satu rancangan atau tindakan yang akan berlaku.
I am going to clean the room.
Saya akan membersihkan bilik.
EN: In many Western homes, the main water shut-off valve for a kitchen faucet is located inside the cabinet directly underneath the sink.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: kotak alat
Dalam konteks: paip air
Dalam konteks: menitis
Dalam konteks: tukang paip
Dalam konteks: pembaikan
Dalam konteks: sepana
Dalam konteks: pemutar skru
Dalam konteks: sinki
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To ask a professional to come and do a particular job.
Memanggil seseorang (untuk membantu atau membaiki)
To help someone with something.
Membantu, menghulurkan bantuan
To stop the flow of water, gas, or electricity.
Menutup (air, elektrik, gas)
Used to say that you will do what someone has asked you to do.
Tentu saja, baiklah