EN: The phrase 'make a move' is a common collocation meaning to take action or change position. In a professional context, it often refers to changing jobs or joining a new team.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'make a move' ialah kolokasi biasa yang bermaksud mengambil tindakan atau menukar kedudukan. Dalam konteks kerjaya, ia biasanya merujuk kepada menukar pekerjaan atau menyertai pasukan baharu.
After five years at the company, she decided to make a move to a rival firm.
Selepas lima tahun bekerja di syarikat itu, dia memutuskan untuk berpindah ke syarikat pesaing.
EN: Past Simple Tense: Used to describe completed actions at a specific time in the past (In 2015). The verb 'make' becomes 'made'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Lampau Mudah: Digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa tertentu pada masa lalu (2015). Kata kerja 'make' berubah menjadi 'made'.
The team won the championship in 2010.
Pasukan itu memenangi kejuaraan pada tahun 2010.
EN: Tottenham Hotspur, commonly known as Spurs, is a top-tier English football club. Moving to the Premier League is considered a pinnacle for many footballers due to its global popularity and competitiveness.
EN: The passive structure 'become known for' is used to describe the reason or characteristic for which someone or something is famous. 'Become' acts as a linking verb showing a change in state.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur pasif 'become known for' digunakan untuk menerangkan sebab atau ciri yang menjadikan seseorang atau sesuatu terkenal. 'become' di sini berfungsi sebagai kata kerja penghubung, menunjukkan perubahan keadaan.
The city has become known for its beautiful architecture.
Bandar ini terkenal dengan seni binanya yang indah.
EN: Compound Noun Phrases: The sentence uses adjectives (incredible, lethal) to modify nouns (speed, left foot), creating descriptive phrases that provide specific details about the subject's abilities.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa Nama Majmuk: Ayat menggunakan kata adjektif (incredible, lethal) untuk menerangkan kata nama (speed, left foot), menghasilkan frasa deskriptif yang memberikan butiran khusus tentang kebolehan subjek.
She has a powerful voice and great stage presence.
Dia mempunyai suara yang kuat dan kehadiran pentas yang sangat baik.
EN: In football (soccer) culture, being 'lethal' with a specific foot is a high compliment, indicating a player's clinical finishing and scoring ability. Son Heung-min is particularly famous for being ambidextrous, meaning he can use both feet with equal precision, though his 'lethal left foot' is often highlighted as a key threat.
EN: The verb 'make' is used here as a causative verb with the structure 'make + object + complement'. In this case, the complement is a noun phrase ('one of the most dangerous attackers') that describes the state or identity of the object ('him').
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'make' di sini digunakan sebagai kata kerja kausatif dengan struktur 'make + objek + pelengkap'. Dalam ayat ini, pelengkapnya ialah frasa nama (salah seorang penyerang paling berbahaya di dunia), yang menerangkan identiti atau keadaan objek (dia).
Hard work made him a successful businessman.
Kerja keras menjadikannya seorang ahli perniagaan yang berjaya.
EN: The phrase 'one of the + superlative adjective + plural noun' is used to identify a specific person or thing as part of a top-tier group.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola ayat 'one of the + kata adjektif superlatif + kata nama majmuk' digunakan untuk mengklasifikasikan seseorang atau sesuatu sebagai ahli kumpulan teratas.
She is one of the most talented singers in the country.
Dia ialah salah seorang penyanyi paling berbakat di negara ini.
EN: In professional football (soccer), being called 'dangerous' is a high compliment. It refers to a player's ability to create scoring opportunities and threaten the opponent's defense, rather than physical aggression.
EN: The verb 'adore' is often used with the preposition 'for' (adore someone for something) to indicate the reason or cause for the deep admiration.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'adore' (memuja/mengagumi) sering digunakan dengan kata depan 'for' (adore someone for something), untuk menunjukkan sebab atau alasan yang menimbulkan perasaan kagum yang mendalam ini.
The students adore their teacher for her patience and kindness.
Para pelajar memuja guru mereka kerana kesabaran dan kebaikan hatinya.
EN: Compound Adjectives: 'Ever-present' is a compound adjective formed by an adverb and a participle, used to describe something that is always there or seen.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Adjektif Majmuk: 'Ever-present' ialah kata adjektif majmuk yang terbentuk daripada kata adverba dan partisipel, digunakan untuk menerangkan sesuatu yang sentiasa wujud atau jelas kelihatan (sentiasa konsisten).
The ever-present threat of rain ruined our picnic plans.
Ancaman hujan yang sentiasa ada merosakkan rancangan berkelah kami.
EN: In British English, 'pitch' is the standard term for a football (soccer) field. Son Heung-min is famous for his positive attitude, and his smile has become a key part of his public brand in the Premier League.
EN: The verb 'captain' is used here as a transitive verb meaning 'to lead a team as its captain'. It follows the structure: [Subject] + captained + [Team] + to + [Achievement].
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'captain' di sini digunakan sebagai kata kerja transitif yang bermaksud 'memimpin pasukan sebagai kapten'. Pola ayat yang biasa ialah: [subjek] + captained + [pasukan] + to + [pencapaian/hasil].
She captained the national team to their first Olympic victory.
Dia mengetuai pasukan kebangsaan meraih kemenangan Olimpik pertama mereka.
EN: Prepositional phrases of time and place: 'In 2018' (time) and 'at the Asian Games in Indonesia' (place) provide essential context. In English, specific locations (at the Games) usually precede general locations (in Indonesia).
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa kata depan masa dan tempat: 'In 2018' (masa) dan 'at the Asian Games in Indonesia' (tempat) memberikan maklumat latar yang perlu. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, lokasi khusus (di Sukan Asia) biasanya diletakkan sebelum lokasi yang lebih luas (di Indonesia).
The conference was held at the Grand Hotel in Taipei last month.
Mesyuarat itu diadakan di Hotel Grand Mayfull Taipei bulan lepas.
EN: In South Korea, winning a gold medal at the Asian Games or any medal at the Olympics grants male athletes an exemption from the mandatory 18-21 months of military service. This was a pivotal moment for Son Heung-min's career, as it allowed him to continue playing in Europe without interruption.
EN: The verb 'earn' can be used as a ditransitive verb (S + V + IO + DO), meaning to get something for someone or result in someone receiving something because of their actions.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'earn' boleh digunakan sebagai kata kerja dwitransitif (subjek + kata kerja + objek tak langsung + objek langsung), bermaksud tindakan seseorang menyebabkan dia memperoleh sesuatu atau membawa kepada sesuatu hasil.
Her hard work earned her a promotion.
Usahanya telah membawanya kenaikan pangkat.
EN: The preposition 'from' is used after 'exemption' to indicate the thing or requirement that one is released from.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata depan 'from' digunakan selepas 'exemption' (pengecualian) untuk menunjukkan tanggungjawab atau keperluan yang dikecualikan.
He was granted exemption from the final exam.
Dia diberi pengecualian daripada mengambil peperiksaan akhir.
EN: In South Korea, military service is mandatory for all able-bodied men. However, athletes who win a gold medal at the Asian Games or any medal at the Olympics can receive an exemption, which is a significant motivation for Korean athletes.
EN: The Present Participle Phrase (knowing...) acts as an adverbial clause of reason or simultaneous action, modifying the main clause to explain why the nation held its breath.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa partisipel kini (knowing...) di sini berfungsi sebagai klausa adverba yang menerangkan sebab atau menerangkan tindakan yang berlaku serentak, menjelaskan mengapa seluruh negara menahan nafas.
She walked out of the room, smiling at her friends.
Dia keluar dari bilik sambil tersenyum kepada rakan-rakannya.
EN: The idiom 'at stake' means to be at risk or in a position where it can be won or lost, often used to describe a critical situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Peribahasa 'at stake' bermaksud 'dalam bahaya' atau 'pertaruhan', sering digunakan untuk menerangkan situasi di mana sesuatu berada pada saat kritikal untuk menang atau kalah, atau untuk terus wujud atau tidak.
Thousands of jobs are at stake if the company goes bankrupt.
Jika syarikat itu muflis, ribuan pekerjaan akan terancam.
EN: In South Korea, mandatory military service is a significant obligation for men. For elite athletes like Son Heung-min, winning a gold medal at the Asian Games or any medal at the Olympics is the only way to receive an exemption, which is crucial for maintaining a professional career in Europe.
EN: The correlative conjunction 'not only... but also...' is used to connect two related ideas, emphasizing that both are true. It requires parallel structure, meaning the words following each part should be of the same grammatical category (in this case, both are noun phrases).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung korelatif 'not only... but also...' (bukan sahaja... tetapi juga...) digunakan untuk menghubungkan dua idea yang berkaitan, menekankan bahawa kedua-duanya adalah benar. Struktur ini memerlukan 'struktur selari', iaitu bentuk tatabahasa yang mengikuti kedua-dua bahagian hendaklah sama (dalam ayat ini, kedua-duanya ialah frasa nama).
The training program improved not only his physical strength but also his mental resilience.
Program latihan ini bukan sahaja meningkatkan kekuatan fizikalnya, tetapi juga ketahanan mentalnya.
EN: The verb 'secure' in this context means to guarantee or make certain that something will happen or be protected, often used in professional or legal contexts.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'secure' dalam konteks ini bermaksud 'memastikan' atau 'memperoleh', merujuk kepada menjamin sesuatu akan berlaku atau dilindungi, sering digunakan dalam konteks kerjaya atau undang-undang.
Her hard work helped her secure a promotion at the company.
Usahanya membantunya memperoleh kenaikan pangkat dalam syarikat.
EN: In South Korea, all able-bodied men are required to perform about two years of military service. However, athletes who win a gold medal at the Asian Games or any medal at the Olympics are granted an exemption, which is crucial for professional athletes whose peak years are limited.
EN: Appositive (同位語): A noun or noun phrase that sits next to another noun to rename or describe it. Here, 'a historic achievement' describes the entire preceding event of winning the Golden Boot.
Bahasa Melayu: Apositif ialah kata nama atau frasa nama yang diletakkan bersebelahan dengan kata nama lain untuk menamakan semula atau menerangkannya dengan lebih lanjut. Dalam ayat ini, 'a historic achievement' menerangkan keseluruhan peristiwa memenangi Kasut Emas.
The movie won an Oscar, a prestigious award in the film industry.
Filem ini memenangi Anugerah Oscar, satu pencapaian yang membanggakan dalam industri perfileman.
EN: Past Tense (過去式): Used to describe an action that was completed at a specific time in the past (in this case, 2022).
Bahasa Melayu: Kala lampau digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa tertentu pada masa lalu (dalam ayat ini, 2022).
She graduated from university in 2018.
Dia menamatkan pengajian di universiti pada tahun 2018.
EN: The Premier League Golden Boot is awarded to the leading goalscorer in the English Premier League. Son Heung-min's win in 2022 was particularly significant as he was the first Asian player to ever receive this honor, symbolizing a major breakthrough for Asian athletes in European football.
EN: The Present Participle Phrase (V-ing) is used here as a resultative modifier. It follows the main clause to describe a result or a simultaneous action that occurs as a consequence of the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa partisipel kini (V-ing) di sini digunakan sebagai keterangan hasil. Ia mengikuti klausa utama untuk menerangkan hasil yang dihasilkan oleh tindakan klausa utama atau tindakan iringan yang berlaku serentak.
The storm hit the city, causing widespread power outages.
Ribut melanda bandar itu, menyebabkan bekalan elektrik terputus secara besar-besaran.
EN: The use of 'the first + noun + to-infinitive' is a common structure to identify someone's unique achievement or position in a sequence.
Bahasa Melayu: 'the first + kata nama + infinitif (to V)' ialah struktur yang biasa digunakan untuk mengenal pasti pencapaian atau kedudukan unik seseorang dalam urutan.
She was the first person to arrive at the party.
Dia orang pertama yang tiba di parti itu.
EN: The 'Golden Boot' is a prestigious award in European football given to the leading goalscorer. For an Asian player to win this in the English Premier League was a landmark moment, as European leagues have historically been dominated by European and South American talent.
EN: Compound Predicate: This sentence uses a compound predicate where two verbs ('watched' and 'cried') share the same subject ('His father'), connected by the coordinating conjunction 'and'.
Bahasa Melayu: Predikat Majmuk: Ayat ini menggunakan predikat majmuk di mana dua kata kerja (watched dan cried) berkongsi subjek yang sama (His father) dan disambungkan oleh kata hubung koordinat 'and'.
She finished her homework and went to bed.
Dia menyiapkan kerja rumahnya dan tidur.
EN: Prepositional Phrases for Setting: The phrases 'on television' (medium) and 'in Korea' (location) provide specific context. In English, we typically place the medium/method before the larger geographical location.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa Kata Depan untuk Latar: Frasa 'on television' (medium) dan 'in Korea' (tempat) memberikan konteks yang khusus. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita biasanya meletakkan medium/cara sebelum lokasi geografi yang lebih besar.
They heard the news on the radio in London.
Mereka mendengar berita itu melalui radio di London.
EN: In many East Asian cultures, including Korea, a father's public display of emotion (like crying) is often seen as a profound sign of pride and breaking of traditional stoicism, highlighting the magnitude of Son's achievement.
EN: The verb 'cement' is used metaphorically here. While its literal meaning refers to the building material, in a figurative sense, it means to make a relationship, idea, or position stronger and more permanent.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'cement' digunakan secara metafora di sini. Walaupun makna literalnya merujuk kepada bahan binaan 'simen', dalam makna kiasan, ia bermaksud menjadikan hubungan, idea, atau kedudukan lebih kukuh dan berkekalan.
The successful merger cemented the company's reputation as a market leader.
Penggabungan yang berjaya ini mengukuhkan reputasi syarikat sebagai peneraju pasaran.
EN: The preposition 'among' is used when referring to being in the middle of or included in a group of three or more people or things.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata depan 'among' digunakan apabila merujuk kepada berada di tengah-tengah atau termasuk dalam kumpulan tiga atau lebih orang atau benda.
She felt comfortable being among her closest friends.
Dalam kalangan kawan rapatnya, dia berasa sangat selesa.
EN: The term 'elite' in sports refers to the highest level of professional achievement. For Son Heung-min, being an 'elite footballer' is particularly significant as he is often cited as a trailblazer for Asian athletes in European leagues, breaking stereotypes about Asian players' physical and technical capabilities.
EN: The correlative conjunction 'not just... but also...' (similar to 'not only... but also...') is used to connect two related pieces of information, emphasizing that both are true. It requires parallel structure, meaning the grammatical forms following both parts should match.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung korelatif 'not just... but also...' (serupa dengan not only... but also...) digunakan untuk menghubungkan dua maklumat yang berkaitan, menekankan bahawa kedua-duanya adalah benar. Ini memerlukan 'struktur selari', iaitu bentuk tatabahasa yang mengikuti kedua-dua frasa hendaklah konsisten.
She is famous not just for her singing but also for her acting skills.
Dia terkenal bukan sahaja kerana suaranya, tetapi juga kerana lakonannya.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used here ('is loved') because the subject (Son) is the receiver of the action. This structure focuses on the person being affected rather than who is performing the action.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara Pasif (kata kerja be + partisipel lampau) digunakan di sini (is loved) kerana subjek (Son Heung-min) ialah penerima tindakan. Struktur ini meletakkan fokus kepada orang yang terjejas, bukan kepada orang yang melakukan tindakan.
The traditional festival is celebrated by people all over the country.
Orang ramai di seluruh negara meraikan perayaan tradisional ini.
EN: In East Asian cultures, especially in South Korea, humility and respect for elders and opponents are highly valued traits. Despite being a global superstar, Son Heung-min's adherence to these traditional values (like bowing) has made him a role model and contributed significantly to his immense popularity both at home and abroad.
EN: Parallel Structure: When listing multiple actions performed by the same subject, the verbs must maintain the same tense and form. Here, 'bows', 'thanks', and 'wears' are all in the Present Simple tense for the third-person singular.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur Selari: Apabila menyenaraikan beberapa tindakan yang dilakukan oleh subjek yang sama, kata kerja mesti kekal dalam kala dan bentuk yang sama. Di sini, 'bows', 'thanks' dan 'wears' semuanya menggunakan kata kerja bentuk kini mudah orang ketiga tunggal.
She plays the piano, sings beautifully, and writes her own songs.
Dia bermain piano, menyanyi dengan merdu, dan menulis lagu sendiri.
EN: Adverbs of Frequency: Words like 'often' and 'always' describe how frequently an action occurs. In a sentence, they are typically placed before the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata Adverba Kekerapan: Perkataan seperti 'often' (kerap) dan 'always' (sentiasa) digunakan untuk menerangkan kekerapan sesuatu tindakan berlaku. Dalam ayat, ia biasanya diletakkan sebelum kata kerja utama.
He always arrives on time for meetings.
Dia sentiasa tiba tepat pada masanya untuk mesyuarat.
EN: In many East Asian cultures, including South Korea, bowing is a fundamental sign of respect, gratitude, and humility. Son Heung-min's habit of bowing to fans reflects his cultural upbringing and his 'humble' personality mentioned in the text.
EN: Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): The phrase 'showing...' acts as a participle phrase that provides additional information or describes the result of the main action. It functions like a shortened relative clause or a simultaneous action.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa Partisipel Kini (V-ing): 'showing...' di sini berfungsi sebagai frasa partisipel untuk menerangkan hasil atau keadaan iringan bagi tindakan klausa utama. Ia serupa dengan klausa relatif yang diringkaskan atau menunjukkan tindakan yang berlaku serentak.
She walked out of the room, closing the door quietly.
Dia keluar dari bilik, menutup pintu dengan senyap.
EN: Commitment to + Gerund (V-ing): The word 'to' in 'commitment to' is a preposition, not part of an infinitive. Therefore, it must be followed by a noun or a gerund (V-ing form).
Bahasa Melayu: Komitmen terhadap + Gerund (V-ing): 'to' dalam 'commitment to' ialah kata depan, bukan penanda infinitif, oleh itu ia mesti diikuti oleh kata nama atau gerund (V-ing).
His commitment to helping the poor is well-known.
Komitmennya untuk membantu orang miskin diketahui ramai.
EN: In South Korean culture, successful public figures are often expected to demonstrate 'noblesse oblige' by giving back to society. Son Heung-min's charitable acts, especially towards children, significantly enhance his image as a national hero and role model.
EN: The phrase 'Even with' is used as a prepositional phrase to express concession, similar to 'despite' or 'in spite of'. It highlights a surprising contrast between a condition and the resulting situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'Even with' digunakan sebagai frasa kata depan untuk menyatakan konsesi, serupa dengan 'despite' atau 'in spite of'. Ia menekankan kontras yang mengejutkan antara sesuatu keadaan dengan hasilnya.
Even with the heavy rain, the team continued their practice.
Walaupun hujan lebat, pasukan itu tetap meneruskan latihan.
EN: The present participle phrase 'pushing him...' functions as a resultative or circumstantial clause, describing an action that happens simultaneously with or as a result of the main verb 'believes'.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa partisipel kini 'pushing him...' di sini berfungsi sebagai keterangan iringan atau keterangan hasil, menerangkan tindakan yang berlaku serentak dengan atau disebabkan oleh kata kerja utama 'believes'.
She smiled at the audience, feeling proud of her performance.
Dia tersenyum kepada penonton, berasa bangga dengan persembahannya.
EN: This sentence reflects a common East Asian parenting philosophy, often influenced by Confucianism, which emphasizes humility and constant self-improvement (Kaizen) regardless of one's current achievements. Son Heung-min's father, Son Woong-jung, is famous for his strict training and for keeping his son grounded.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: penting, ketara
Dalam konteks: konsisten, stabil
Dalam konteks: pengecualian, pelepasan
Dalam konteks: wajib
Dalam konteks: pencapaian, kejayaan
Dalam konteks: halangan, sekatan
Dalam konteks: mengukuhkan, memperkukuh (kedudukan atau hubungan)
Dalam konteks: elit, yang terbaik
Dalam konteks: rendah hati, merendah diri
Dalam konteks: komitmen, dedikasi, pengorbanan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To wait anxiously or excitedly for something to happen.
Menahan nafas, menunggu dengan cemas
In a position to be lost or gained; at risk.
Dipertaruhkan, menjadi penentu hidup mati
To provide help or money to people or organizations that have helped you or who are in need.
Memberi kembali (kepada masyarakat)
Crying because of extreme happiness.
Air mata kegembiraan
A transfer of a professional athlete from one club to another.
Perpindahan (atlet profesional)
The field of play for sports like football (soccer), rugby, or cricket.
Padang bola sepak; gelanggang permainan
An award given to the top goalscorer in a football league or tournament.
Kasut Emas
To make a relationship, idea, or position firm and strong.
Mengukuhkan; memantapkan (kedudukan)
Points scored by putting the ball into the net in sports like football.
Gol; jaringan