EN: The verb 'is' (be verb) connects a person (the subject) to their job or identity. Use 'from' to show where someone was born or where they live.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'is' (kata kerja be) digunakan untuk menghubungkan seseorang (subjek) dengan pekerjaan atau identitinya. Gunakan 'from' untuk menunjukkan tempat asal atau tempat tinggal seseorang.
He is a teacher from Canada.
Dia seorang guru dari Kanada.
EN: The United Kingdom (UK) consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. In professional contexts, people often use their full title like 'food writer' to describe their specific expertise.
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to show what the recipe is about. It connects the word 'recipe' to the specific dish.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'for' digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan kandungan resipi ini. Ia menghubungkan 'recipe' (resipi) dengan nama hidangan yang khusus.
I have a recipe for chocolate cake.
Saya ada resipi untuk kek coklat.
EN: Souvlaki is a traditional Greek fast food consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. In this recipe, it is adapted into a salad form, which is a common way to modernize traditional street foods.
EN: Use 'made with' to describe the ingredients or materials used to create something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'made with' untuk menerangkan bahan-bahan atau ramuan yang digunakan untuk membuat sesuatu.
This cake is made with fresh strawberries.
Kek ini dibuat dengan strawberi segar.
EN: Souvlaki is a staple of Greek cuisine, typically consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer. It is often served in a pita wrap with garnishes and sauces.
EN: The phrase 'not... at all' is used to add emphasis to a negative statement, meaning 'not in any way' or 'zero percent'.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'not... at all' digunakan untuk menekankan ayat negatif, bermaksud 'langsung tidak' atau 'sama sekali tidak'.
I do not like spicy food at all.
Saya langsung tidak suka makanan pedas.
EN: In many Western countries, 'barbecue' (or BBQ) refers to a specific outdoor cooking method using a grill. This sentence highlights that the recipe is accessible for people living in apartments or those without outdoor space.
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express possibility or ability. It is followed by the base form of the verb (cook).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata bantu 'can' digunakan untuk menyatakan kemungkinan atau keupayaan. Ia diikuti oleh kata kerja dasar (cook).
You can make a Greek salad at home.
Anda boleh membuat salad Yunani di rumah.
EN: In many Western kitchens, the 'stove' (or hob) and the 'oven' are part of the same appliance, but 'stove' specifically refers to the top burners used for frying or boiling in a pan.
EN: Use 'First' at the beginning of a sentence to show the first step in a sequence of actions or instructions.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'First' pada awal ayat untuk menunjukkan langkah pertama dalam urutan tindakan atau arahan.
First, wash your hands before cooking.
Pertama, basuh tangan sebelum memasak.
EN: In Western cooking, marinating chicken with lemon and garlic is a classic technique to add brightness and depth of flavor, especially common in Mediterranean and Greek cuisine.
EN: An 'appositive' is a noun or noun phrase that follows another noun to explain or identify it. Here, 'two common spices' explains what oregano and paprika are.
Bahasa Melayu: 'Apositif' ialah kata nama atau frasa nama yang mengikuti kata nama lain untuk menerangkan atau menjelaskan kata nama tersebut. Di sini, 'two common spices' menerangkan apa itu oregano dan paprika.
I like pizza, a popular Italian food.
Saya suka piza, iaitu makanan Itali yang popular.
EN: Oregano and paprika are essential in Greek and Mediterranean cooking. Oregano provides an earthy aroma, while paprika adds color and a mild sweetness or smokiness to the meat.
EN: Use the preposition 'for' to talk about a period of time or duration.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan kata sendi nama 'for' untuk membincangkan tempoh masa atau jangka masa.
I study English for one hour every day.
Saya membaca bahasa Inggeris selama satu jam setiap hari.
EN: Olive oil is a staple of Greek and Mediterranean cooking, known for being healthy and flavorful. In this recipe, it is used instead of butter or other fats to keep the dish authentic to its Greek roots.
EN: Using 'and' to list items: When listing three or more things, use commas between the items and put 'and' before the last one.
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan 'and' untuk menyenaraikan item: Apabila menyenaraikan tiga atau lebih perkara, gunakan koma di antara item, dan letakkan 'and' sebelum item yang terakhir.
I bought apples, bananas, and oranges.
Saya membeli epal, pisang, dan oren.
EN: Red onions and black olives are staple ingredients in Greek cuisine, often found in a traditional Greek salad (Horiatiki).
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to show the purpose or reason for adding the bread.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'for' digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan tujuan atau sebab, menerangkan mengapa bahan-bahan ini ditambah.
I drink water for my health.
Saya minum air untuk kesihatan.
EN: Pitta bread is a staple in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine. In this recipe, toasting it until it's crunchy adds a texture contrast to the soft salad ingredients, similar to how croutons are used in Western salads.
EN: The verb 'taste' is a linking verb used to describe the flavor of something. It is followed by an adjective (like 'cool' or 'fresh') rather than an adverb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'taste' ialah kata kerja penghubung yang digunakan untuk menerangkan rasa sesuatu. Ia diikuti oleh kata sifat (seperti cool atau fresh) dan bukannya kata keterangan.
The soup tastes salty.
Sup ini rasanya masin.
EN: Greek yogurt is a key ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in sauces like Tzatziki. It is thicker and creamier than regular yogurt because the liquid whey is strained out.
EN: The preposition 'in' is used to indicate the amount of time it takes to complete an action or when something will be finished.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'in' di sini digunakan untuk menunjukkan jumlah masa yang diperlukan untuk menyelesaikan sesuatu, atau masa yang akan diambil sebelum sesuatu berlaku.
I can finish my homework in one hour.
Saya boleh menyiapkan kerja rumah saya dalam masa satu jam.
EN: The phrase 'be good for' is used to show that something is suitable or beneficial for a specific person, group, or purpose.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'be good for' digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu sesuai atau bermanfaat untuk objek, kumpulan, atau tujuan tertentu.
This movie is good for children.
Filem ini sesuai untuk kanak-kanak.
EN: In Western cooking, recipes are often designed for specific numbers of people (servings). 'Good for two' is a common way to say a dish provides two portions.
EN: The word 'for' is a preposition used here to show the purpose or use of something. When followed by a verb, we add '-ing' to the verb (sharing).
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'for' di sini ialah kata sendi nama yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan kegunaan atau tujuan sesuatu. Jika diikuti oleh kata kerja, kata kerja itu mesti ditambah dengan '-ing' (contohnya sharing).
This water is for drinking.
Air ini untuk diminum.
EN: In many cultures, including Greek culture which inspired this dish, sharing food is a central part of social life and hospitality.
EN: The phrase 'just as well' is used to say that something works equally effectively or is equally acceptable compared to another option.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'just as well' digunakan untuk menyatakan bahawa sesuatu berfungsi dengan sama berkesan atau sama boleh diterima berbanding dengan perkara lain.
You can use butter, but oil works just as well.
Anda boleh gunakan mentega, tetapi minyak juga berfungsi dengan sama baik.
EN: In the United Kingdom and Greece, a 'barbecue' often refers to outdoor grilling, which is a social event. However, Hayden emphasizes that home cooks can achieve great results indoors using a simple pan, making the recipe more accessible.
EN: The pattern 'Subject + be + adjective + to-infinitive' is used to describe how an action is performed on the subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan pola 'Subjek + kata kerja be + kata sifat + infinitif (to + kata kerja)' untuk menerangkan perasaan atau sifat apabila melakukan sesuatu tindakan terhadap subjek tersebut.
This book is easy to read.
Buku ini senang dibaca.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: resipi; cara memasak
Dalam konteks: dipanggang; dibakar
Dalam konteks: panggangan barbeku; memanggang di luar rumah
Dalam konteks: rempah; perasa
Dalam konteks: buah zaitun
Dalam konteks: dipanggang; dibakar
Dalam konteks: kerangupan; tekstur yang rangup apabila digigit
Dalam konteks: sos (salad)
Dalam konteks: berkongsi; makan bersama-sama
Dalam konteks: lazat, sedap
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
Food that is cooked and sold by vendors in public places, often for immediate consumption.
Makanan jalanan
Used in negative statements to emphasize that something is not true or does not happen.
The amount of time required before something is finished or prepared.
Sedia dalam masa...
Equally good or effective.
Sama baiknya