EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to show purpose or who something is intended for.
Bahasa Melayu: Preposisi "for" digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan tujuan atau siapa yang dimaksudkan untuk sesuatu itu.
This is a gift for you.
Ini hadiah untuk awak.
EN: In Western cooking, a 'recipe' is more than just instructions; it often implies a shared tradition or a specific chef's method.
EN: The verb 'is' (be verb) connects a subject to a description or a noun that identifies it. In the pattern 'A is B', A and B are the same thing.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "is" (kata kerja be) menghubungkan subjek dengan penerangan atau kata nama yang mengenal pastinya. Dalam struktur "A is B", A dan B merujuk kepada benda yang sama.
Pizza is a popular food.
Piza ialah makanan yang popular.
EN: Risotto is a northern Italian rice dish cooked with broth until it reaches a creamy consistency. 'Primavera' means spring in Italian, reflecting the use of seasonal vegetables like peas, asparagus, and broad beans.
EN: The verb 'means' is used to explain the definition or translation of a word. When the subject is singular (The name), we add 's' to the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "means" digunakan untuk menerangkan definisi atau terjemahan sesuatu perkataan. Apabila subjek adalah tunggal (The name), kata kerja perlu ditambah "s" di hujungnya.
This sign means 'stop'.
Tanda ini bermaksud "berhenti".
EN: In Italian, 'primavera' means spring. This dish is traditionally made with seasonal vegetables that appear in Italy during the spring months.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used here to describe a general fact or a set of instructions. When the subject is singular (This recipe), we add 's' to the verb (uses).
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Kini Mudah digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan fakta umum atau arahan. Apabila subjek adalah tunggal (This recipe), kata kerja perlu ditambah 's' di hujungnya (uses).
This soup tastes delicious.
Sup ini rasanya sangat sedap.
EN: In Italian cooking, 'primavera' refers to spring. A 'Risotto primavera' specifically highlights the first harvest of the season, such as peas, asparagus, and artichokes.
EN: The word 'enough' is used after an adjective to mean 'to the necessary degree'.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan "enough" digunakan selepas kata adjektif untuk bermaksud "secukupnya, mencapai tahap yang diperlukan".
This soup is hot enough to eat.
Sup ini cukup panas untuk diminum.
EN: In many cultures, lunch is a lighter meal compared to dinner. Spring vegetables like asparagus or peas are often described as 'light' because they are fresh and not heavy on the stomach.
EN: Using 'also' to add information: 'Also' is used to add a new idea or quality to the subject. It usually comes after the verb 'be'.
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan 'also' untuk menambah maklumat: 'also' digunakan untuk menambah idea atau kualiti baharu kepada topik. Ia biasanya diletakkan selepas kata kerja be.
The soup is hot and also delicious.
Sup ini panas, dan juga sedap.
EN: In many Western cultures, a 'filling' meal is highly valued during cold weather. Risotto, being rich and creamy, is considered a 'comfort food' that provides warmth and energy when temperatures drop.
EN: The structure 'serve A as B' is used to describe the role or purpose of a dish in a meal.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur "serve A as B" digunakan untuk menerangkan peranan atau tujuan sesuatu hidangan dalam sesuatu hidangan (menghidangkan A sebagai B).
You can serve this bread as a side dish.
Awak boleh menghidangkan roti ini sebagai hidangan sampingan.
EN: In Italian dining culture, a meal is often divided into several courses. A 'starter' (antipasto) is small, while the 'main course' (usually divided into primo and secondo) is more substantial. Risotto is traditionally a 'primo piatto' (first course).
EN: The verb 'is' (be verb) acts like an equal sign (=) to define or describe the subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "is" (kata kerja be) bertindak seperti tanda sama dengan (=) untuk mentakrifkan atau menerangkan subjek.
A salad is a healthy snack.
Salad ialah snek yang sihat.
EN: In Western dining, a 'starter' (or appetizer) is meant to stimulate the appetite. It is usually smaller in portion than the main course.
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express possibility or permission. It is followed by the base form of a verb (without 'to').
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal "can" digunakan untuk menyatakan kemungkinan atau kebenaran. Ia diikuti oleh kata kerja dasar (tanpa to).
You can buy fresh fruit here.
Awak boleh membeli buah-buahan segar di sini.
EN: In Italy and many European cultures, shopping at a 'local market' for fresh, seasonal ingredients is a key part of traditional cooking, especially for dishes like risotto which rely on the quality of the produce.
EN: The word 'best' is the superlative form of 'good'. It is used to compare three or more things to show which one is the highest quality. We usually put 'the' before it.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'best' ialah bentuk superlatif bagi 'good'. Ia digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga atau lebih benda untuk menunjukkan yang mana satu mempunyai kualiti tertinggi. Kita biasanya meletakkan 'the' di hadapannya.
Fresh milk makes the best cheese.
Susu segar menghasilkan keju yang terbaik.
EN: In Italian cooking, the quality of raw ingredients is considered more important than complex cooking techniques. This philosophy is reflected in the simplicity of many classic recipes.
EN: Superlative adjectives (the most + long adjective) are used to compare three or more things and show which one is 'the best' or 'the top' in a certain quality.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adjektif superlatif (the most + kata adjektif panjang) digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga atau lebih benda dan menunjukkan yang mana satu adalah "yang terbaik" atau "yang paling utama" dalam sesuatu kualiti.
The most expensive car is the red one.
Kereta yang paling mahal ialah yang merah itu.
EN: In Italian cooking, the type of rice is crucial because different grains release different amounts of starch, which creates the creamy texture characteristic of a good risotto.
EN: Use 'There are' to say that more than one thing exists. It is followed by a plural noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "There are" untuk menyatakan bahawa wujud lebih daripada satu benda. Ia diikuti oleh kata nama jamak.
There are many colors in the rainbow.
Pelangi mempunyai banyak warna.
EN: In Italy, rice is as important as pasta. Different types of rice are used for different textures in risotto, which is a staple of Northern Italian cuisine.
EN: Superlative adjectives are used to compare three or more things. For short words like 'easy', we add '-est' to the end and put 'the' before it to show it is the 'most' of that quality.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adjektif superlatif digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga atau lebih benda. Untuk perkataan yang lebih pendek seperti 'easy', kita tambah '-est' di hujungnya dan letakkan 'the' di hadapannya untuk menunjukkan bahawa ia adalah yang "paling..." dalam sifat itu.
This is the cheapest rice in the supermarket.
Ini beras yang paling murah di pasar raya.
EN: Arborio rice is the most common variety of Italian short-grain rice used for risotto in Western supermarkets because it is widely exported and easy to grow, though professional chefs often prefer other varieties for texture.
EN: Use 'a little' before an adjective ending in '-er' (comparative) to show a small difference.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'a little' sebelum kata adjektif perbandingan (seperti harder) untuk menunjukkan perbezaan tahap yang "sedikit, sedikit sahaja".
This book is a little cheaper than that one.
Buku ini sedikit lebih murah daripada yang itu.
EN: Carnaroli is often called the 'king of rice' in Italy because it keeps its shape better than Arborio during slow cooking.
EN: The superlative form 'the hardest' is used to compare three or more things, showing which one has the highest degree of a quality.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk superlatif "the hardest" digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga atau lebih benda, menunjukkan yang mana satu mempunyai tahap sifat yang paling tinggi (paling sukar).
This is the hardest puzzle in the book.
Ini teka-teki yang paling sukar dalam buku ini.
EN: Vialone nano is a premium Italian rice variety grown in the Veneto region. It is highly prized by chefs for its ability to absorb liquid while maintaining its shape, making it ideal for creamy risottos.
EN: The conjunction 'but' is used to connect two contrasting ideas. In this sentence, it shows that while the rice is 'good', it is 'not the best'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung "but" digunakan untuk menghubungkan dua idea yang bertentangan. Dalam ayat ini, ia menunjukkan bahawa walaupun beras ini "baik", ia "bukan yang terbaik".
This car is fast but very expensive.
Kereta ini laju, tetapi sangat mahal.
EN: Arborio rice is the most common risotto rice found outside of Italy. While it is widely used, professional chefs often prefer Carnaroli or Vialone nano because they maintain their texture better during the slow cooking process.
EN: Use 'a little too' before an adjective to say that something is more than you want, but only by a small amount.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "a little too" sebelum kata adjektif untuk menyatakan bahawa sesuatu itu "sedikit terlalu...", untuk menunjukkan bahawa tahapnya melebihi julat yang ideal, tetapi tidak terlalu banyak.
This soup is a little too salty.
Sup ini sedikit terlalu masin.
EN: In the context of Italian risotto, texture is very important. While risotto should be creamy, experts believe that certain rice types like 'Arborio' can become overly sticky or gummy if not cooked perfectly, which is why some prefer other varieties.
EN: Use 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to compare two things that are equal. In negative sentences (not as... as), it means the first thing is 'less' than the second thing.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "as + kata adjektif/kata keterangan + as" untuk membandingkan dua benda yang sama. Dalam ayat negatif (not as... as), ia menunjukkan bahawa benda pertama "tidak se..." seperti benda kedua.
This apple is not as sweet as that one.
Epal ini tidak semanis yang itu.
EN: In Italian cooking, the ability of rice to absorb broth while releasing starch is key to a creamy risotto. Arborio is popular because it is widely available, but chefs often prefer Carnaroli or Vialone nano for their superior texture and absorption qualities.
EN: The past participle (used) can act as an adjective to describe a noun. In this sentence, 'used in cooking' describes the 'liquid'.
Bahasa Melayu: Partisipel lampau (used) boleh bertindak sebagai kata adjektif untuk menerangkan kata nama. Dalam ayat ini, "used in cooking" digunakan untuk menerangkan "liquid" (cecair) yang disebut sebelumnya.
This is a tool used for gardening.
Ini ialah alat yang digunakan untuk berkebun.
EN: In Italian cooking, broth (brodo) is the foundation of a good risotto. Unlike plain water, it adds deep flavor to the rice as it is absorbed.
EN: The verb 'prefer' is used to show that you like one thing more than another. The pattern is 'Subject + prefer + Object'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "prefer" digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa awak lebih suka sesuatu berbanding yang lain. Strukturnya ialah "subjek + prefer + objek".
I prefer tea for breakfast.
Saya lebih suka minum teh untuk sarapan.
EN: In Italy, the choice of rice is crucial for risotto. While Arborio is common globally, many Italian chefs consider Vialone nano superior because it absorbs flavors well while maintaining its shape.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: resipi; cara memasak
Dalam konteks: (makanan) yang mengenyangkan
Dalam konteks: (hidangan) pembuka selera, hidangan pertama
Dalam konteks: (bahan masakan) bahan-bahan, ramuan
Dalam konteks: melekit, bersifat melekat
Dalam konteks: menyerap (cecair, gas, dll.)
Dalam konteks: (sup yang dibuat daripada daging atau sayur-sayuran) air rebusan
Dalam konteks: pakar, orang yang mahir
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
The primary or most substantial dish of a meal.
Hidangan utama
A place where people buy and sell goods, typically fresh produce, within their own community.
Pasar tempatan
Specific varieties of short-grain rice used to make risotto due to their high starch content.
Beras risoto