School ApplicationPermohonan Sekolah
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EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to talk about your desires or goals.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "want to" yang diikuti oleh kata kerja dasar untuk menceritakan tentang keinginan atau matlamat anda.
I want to eat an apple.
Saya mahu makan sebiji epal.
EN: In many cultures, including the US and East Asia, attending a 'good school' is highly valued as a path to future success.
EN: Use 'has' when the subject is a single thing or person (it, he, she).
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'has' apabila subjeknya ialah satu benda atau satu orang (it, he, she) untuk menunjukkan kepunyaan atau kandungan.
The book has many pictures.
Buku ini mempunyai banyak gambar.
EN: In English-speaking countries, a 'school application' often involves more than just grades, including essays and letters, which is why it is described as having 'many parts'.
EN: The verb 'need' is used to express that something is necessary. In English, we usually follow the pattern: Subject + need + Object.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "need" digunakan untuk menyatakan bahawa sesuatu itu perlu. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita biasanya mengikut pola ini: Subjek + need + objek.
I need a pen.
Saya memerlukan sebatang pen.
EN: In Western education systems, a 'personal statement' is a crucial essay where students describe their achievements and motivations to convince admissions officers.
EN: Use 'also' after the subject and before the main verb to add more information to a list of requirements.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "also" selepas subjek dan sebelum kata kerja utama untuk menambah syarat atau maklumat ekstra dalam senarai.
I also want a cup of tea.
Saya juga mahukan secawan teh.
EN: In Western education, a recommendation letter is a formal document where a teacher or employer evaluates your character and skills. It is a standard part of school applications.
EN: Use 'too' at the end of a sentence to mean 'also' or 'as well'. It adds extra information to a previous statement.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "too" di hujung ayat yang bermaksud "juga". Ia digunakan untuk menambah maklumat ekstra pada kenyataan sebelumnya.
I like apples too.
Saya juga suka epal.
EN: GPA stands for Grade Point Average. In the US and many international systems, it is the standard way to measure academic success on a scale (usually 0.0 to 4.0).
EN: The structure 'Let me + verb' is used to offer help or to tell someone what you are about to do.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur "Let me + kata kerja" digunakan untuk menawarkan bantuan atau memberitahu seseorang apa yang anda ingin lakukan seterusnya.
Let me help you with your bags.
Biar saya bantu anda membawakan beg itu.
EN: In English-speaking academic or professional settings, using 'Let me...' is a common and polite way to transition into a detailed explanation or presentation.
EN: Use 'be + about' to describe the topic or subject of something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "kata kerja be + about" untuk menceritakan topik atau subjek bagi sesuatu perkara.
This book is about animals.
Buku ini adalah tentang haiwan.
EN: In Western school applications, a 'personal statement' is a crucial essay where students showcase their personality and achievements beyond grades.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense to talk about facts or regular actions. The pattern is: Subject + Verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan Present Simple tense untuk menceritakan tentang fakta atau perbuatan kebiasaan. Polanya ialah: Subjek + kata kerja.
You read about history.
Anda membaca tentang sejarah.
EN: In Western school applications, a 'personal statement' is a chance to show your personality beyond grades. Writing about your 'life' means sharing meaningful stories, not just listing facts.
EN: Use 'about' after the verb 'write' to introduce the topic or subject of your writing.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "about" selepas kata kerja "write" untuk memperkenalkan topik atau subjek penulisan anda.
I write about my family.
Saya menulis tentang keluarga saya.
EN: In Western school applications, 'goals' usually refer to both short-term academic interests and long-term career aspirations.
EN: Use 'What do you want to...' to ask about someone's desires or plans. 'Want' is followed by 'to' and a base verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "What do you want to..." untuk bertanyakan tentang keinginan atau rancangan seseorang. "Want" diikuti oleh "to" dan kata kerja dasar.
What do you want to eat?
Apakah yang anda mahu makan?
EN: In English-speaking universities, 'study' often refers to your major or field of interest, rather than just the act of reading books.
EN: Use 'Why' at the beginning of a sentence to ask for a reason. In questions with 'do', the word order is: Why + do + person + action?
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Why" di permulaan ayat untuk bertanyakan sebab. Dalam soalan yang mengandungi "do", susunan perkataannya ialah: Why + do + subjek + kata kerja?
Why do you eat apples?
Mengapakah anda makan epal?
EN: In school applications, this is a very common interview question. Schools want to see if you have researched their specific programs and values, rather than just giving a generic answer.
EN: Use 'Keep + Object + Adjective' to describe maintaining a certain state or condition.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan pola "Keep + Objek + Kata Sifat" untuk menerangkan perbuatan mengekalkan keadaan atau syarat tertentu.
Keep the room clean.
Pastikan bilik sentiasa kemas.
EN: In Western school applications, being concise is highly valued. Admissions officers read thousands of essays, so 'short and clear' is practical advice.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to express a desire or goal.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "want to" yang diikuti oleh kata kerja dasar untuk menyatakan keinginan atau matlamat.
I want to eat an apple.
Saya mahu makan sebiji epal.
EN: In Western school applications, 'knowing you' refers to understanding your personality and character beyond just your grades.
EN: Use 'from' to show the source or the person who provides something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'from' untuk menunjukkan sumber atau individu yang memberikan sesuatu.
This gift is from my mother.
Hadiah ini daripada ibu saya.
EN: In Western academic culture, recommendation letters are confidential. Students usually do not read what the teacher writes.
EN: When the subject is 'he', 'she', 'it', or a single person (like 'your teacher'), we add an 's' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Apabila subjeknya ialah "he", "she", "it", atau kata nama tunggal (seperti "your teacher"), kata kerja dalam present tense perlu ditambah s.
My friend plays soccer.
Rakan saya bermain bola sepak.
EN: In Western school applications, a recommendation letter from a teacher is a standard requirement to show a student's character beyond grades.
EN: Use 'says' after a singular person (like 'the teacher') to report what someone is telling you right now or in general.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan says selepas subjek orang tunggal (seperti 'the teacher') untuk melaporkan apa yang dikatakan oleh seseorang sekarang atau secara kebiasaan.
He says the food is delicious.
Dia berkata makanan ini sedap.
EN: In Western academic culture, a recommendation or a positive comment from a teacher is highly valued for school applications.
EN: When the subject is 'he', 'she', 'it', or a single person (like 'the teacher'), we add an 's' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Apabila subjeknya ialah "he", "she", "it", atau kata nama tunggal (seperti the teacher), kata kerja dalam present tense perlu ditambah s.
The student studies hard.
Murid ini belajar dengan tekun.
EN: In Western school applications, 'work' often refers to a student's overall academic performance, effort, and participation, not just a specific job.
EN: Use 'who' to give more information about a person. It connects the person (teacher) to what they do (knows you well).
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "who" untuk memberikan maklumat lanjut tentang seseorang. Ia menghubungkan orang tersebut (guru) dengan perbuatannya (sangat mengenali anda).
I have a friend who lives in London.
Saya mempunyai seorang rakan yang tinggal di London.
EN: In Western academic culture, a recommendation letter is most effective when the teacher can provide specific anecdotes about your character and work ethic, which is why knowing the student 'well' is crucial.
EN: Imperative sentences (commands or advice) start with a base verb. Use 'Be' + adjective to tell someone how to act.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat perintah (arahan atau nasihat) bermula dengan kata kerja dasar. Gunakan "Be" + kata sifat untuk memberitahu seseorang bagaimana untuk berprilaku.
Be quiet and listen.
Sila senyap dan dengar.
EN: In Western academic culture, asking for recommendation letters several weeks or months in advance is considered respectful of a teacher's busy schedule.
EN: In English, we use the 'Subject + Verb + Object' pattern. When the subject is singular (like 'GPA'), we add an 's' to the verb (show -> shows).
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita menggunakan pola "Subjek + Kata Kerja + Objek". Apabila subjek berbentuk tunggal (seperti GPA), kata kerja perlu ditambah s (show menjadi shows).
The map shows the way.
Peta ini menunjukkan laluan tersebut.
EN: GPA stands for 'Grade Point Average'. In the US and many other countries, it is a standard way to measure academic success on a scale, usually from 0.0 to 4.0.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (A high GPA) with an adjective (good) to describe it.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal (A high GPA) dengan kata sifat (good) bagi menerangkan keadaan subjek tersebut.
The coffee is hot.
Kopi ini panas.
EN: GPA (Grade Point Average) is the standard way to measure academic success in the US education system, typically on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0.
EN: Use 'look at' to talk about directing your eyes toward something or checking information.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'look at' untuk menyatakan perbuatan memandang sesuatu atau menyemak maklumat.
Please look at the whiteboard.
Sila lihat papan putih.
EN: GPA stands for Grade Point Average. In many English-speaking countries, especially the US, it is the primary metric used for academic evaluation.
EN: Use 'Do you have...?' to ask if someone possesses something or participates in something. It is a common way to start a question in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Do you have...?" untuk bertanyakan sama ada seseorang mempunyai sesuatu atau menyertai sesuatu. Ini ialah cara bertanya yang sangat lazim dalam present tense.
Do you have a pen?
Adakah anda mempunyai pen?
EN: In many Western countries, schools value 'extracurricular activities' (like sports or music) as much as grades because they show a student's personality and teamwork skills.
EN: Use commas and 'and' to list three or more items. Place a comma after each item and 'and' before the last item.
Bahasa Melayu: Mengenai senarai tiga atau lebih item, letakkan tanda koma selepas setiap item dan gunakan 'and' sebelum item terakhir.
Apples, bananas, and oranges are fruits.
Epal, pisang, dan oren ialah buah-buahan.
EN: In Western education, 'extracurricular activities' are highly valued by universities as they show a student's character and interests beyond academic grades.
EN: In English, we use plural nouns (ending in -s) to talk about a group in general. Here, 'Schools' and 'students' refer to schools and students everywhere.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita menggunakan kata nama jamak (berakhiran -s) untuk merujuk kepada sesuatu kumpulan secara umum. Di sini, "Schools" dan "students" merujuk kepada sekolah dan murid secara umum.
Cats like milk.
Kucing suka susu.
EN: In many Western education systems, being 'active' (participating in clubs, sports, or volunteering) is often considered as important as having high grades for school admissions.
EN: Use 'These' + plural noun to talk about things that are close to you or just mentioned.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "These" (ini) + kata nama jamak untuk merujuk kepada perkara yang berdekatan dengan anda atau yang baru sahaja disebutkan.
These books are interesting.
Buku-buku ini sangat menarik.
EN: In Western school applications, 'extracurricular activities' are highly valued because they show a student's character beyond just grades.
EN: Use 'Some' with plural nouns to talk about an unspecified number of things or people.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'Some' dengan kata nama jamak untuk merujuk kepada bilangan barang atau orang yang tidak ditentukan.
Some students like music.
Sesetengah murid suka akan muzik.
EN: In many Western school applications, the interview is a chance for the school to see your personality beyond your grades.
EN: When the subject is one person (he, she, it, or 'a person'), we add 's' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Apabila subjek terdiri daripada seorang (seperti he, she, it, atau a person), kita menambah 's' pada kata kerja dalam present tense.
The teacher helps the students.
Guru membantu murid.
EN: In English-speaking school interviews, 'a person' usually refers to an admissions officer or a faculty member. It's common to use simple language to describe the process to beginners.
EN: Use 'What are' to ask about plural things (more than one). The word order for questions is: Question word + are + subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "What are" untuk bertanyakan tentang perkara kata jamak (lebih daripada satu). Susunan perkataan untuk ayat tanya ialah: Perkataan soalan + are + subjek.
What are your favorite colors?
Apakah warna-warna kegemaran anda?
EN: In school or job interviews, talking about hobbies shows your personality and how you balance your life. It is a common 'icebreaker' question.
EN: Use 'Who' at the beginning of a sentence to ask about a person's identity.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Who" di permulaan ayat untuk bertanyakan identiti seseorang.
Who is your best friend?
Siapakah rakan karib anda?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, asking about a favorite teacher is a common icebreaker in school settings and is considered a friendly, polite question.
EN: Imperative sentences start with a base verb to give advice, instructions, or commands. They do not need a subject like 'You'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat perintah bermula dengan kata kerja dasar untuk memberikan nasihat, arahan, atau perintah. Ayat jenis ini tidak memerlukan subjek (seperti You).
Be kind and help others.
Sentiasa berbuat baik dan bantu orang lain.
EN: In Western interview culture, smiling and being honest are seen as signs of confidence and reliability. It helps build rapport with the interviewer.
EN: This sentence starts with a verb (Prepare), which is called an 'imperative sentence.' It is used to give instructions, advice, or commands.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini bermula dengan kata kerja (Prepare), yang dipanggil 'imperative sentence' (ayat perintah). Ia digunakan untuk memberikan arahan, nasihat, atau perintah.
Wash your hands before dinner.
Sila basuh tangan sebelum makan malam.
EN: In Western school applications and job interviews, preparation is highly valued. It shows respect for the interviewer's time and demonstrates your seriousness about the opportunity.
EN: The word 'can' is a helping verb used to express ability or possibility. It is followed by the base form of the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'can' ialah kata kerja bantu yang digunakan untuk menyatakan kebolehan atau kemungkinan. Ia diikuti oleh kata kerja dasar.
I can swim.
Saya boleh berenang.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'You can do it!' is a very common phrase used to motivate someone who is facing a challenge, like a test or a job interview.
EN: Use 'Good luck with + [something]' to wish someone success in a specific activity or event.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Good luck with + [sesuatu]" untuk mendoakan kejayaan seseorang dalam aktiviti atau peristiwa tertentu.
Good luck with your exam!
Selamat maju jaya dalam ujian anda!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, wishing someone 'good luck' is a very common way to show support and kindness before a big event like a school or job application.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: permohonan, biasanya merujuk kepada permintaan rasmi untuk kemasukan ke sekolah atau pekerjaan
Dalam konteks: penyata peribadi, karangan yang memperkenalkan diri semasa memohon ke sekolah
Dalam konteks: surat sokongan / surat rekomendasi, surat yang ditulis oleh orang lain untuk menyokong pemohon
Dalam konteks: Purata Nilai Gred (Grade Point Average / GPA)
Dalam konteks: matlamat, pencapaian yang ingin dicapai
Dalam konteks: bersopan, berbudi bahasa
Dalam konteks: kokurikulum, merujuk kepada aktiviti di luar kurikulum sekolah
Dalam konteks: temu dua / sesi temuduga, proses soal jawab secara bersemuka
Dalam konteks: jujur
Dalam konteks: bersiap sedia / menyediakan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To examine or consider something.
Melihat, mempertimbangkan
To be very familiar with someone's character or abilities.
Sangat mengenali anda
Used to wish someone success in something they are going to do.
Semoga berjaya
A formal essay written by an applicant to describe their personal qualities, achievements, and reasons for applying to a school.
Kenyataan peribadi / Esei permohonan
A formal document in which a teacher or supervisor evaluates the skills and character of an applicant.
Surat perakuan / Surat cadangan
Grade Point Average; a numerical representation of a student's academic performance.
Purata Nilai Gred (GPA)
Activities performed by students that fall outside the realm of the normal curriculum of school education.
Aktiviti kokurikulum