EN: Use the past simple tense (won) to talk about a completed action that happened at a specific time in the past (this week).
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan kala lampau mudah (won) untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai yang berlaku pada masa tertentu pada masa lalu (minggu ini).
Our team won the football game yesterday.
Pasukan kami memenangi perlawanan bola sepak semalam.
EN: In the UK, a 'bistro' usually refers to a small, informal, and cozy restaurant serving French-style food. Winning a national 'restaurant of the year' award is a massive achievement, especially for a small establishment located above a traditional pub, as it challenges the dominance of high-end, expensive fine-dining restaurants.
EN: We use 'is called' to give the name of a person, place, or thing. It is a simple passive pattern (be + called) that means 'has the name'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kita menggunakan "is called" untuk memberikan nama seseorang, tempat, atau benda. Ini ialah pola pasif yang mudah (kata kerja be + called), yang bermaksud "dinamakan" atau "dipanggil".
My dog is called Max.
Anjing saya bernama Max.
EN: The name 'Bouchon Racine' has French origins. In France, a 'bouchon' is a type of traditional restaurant found in Lyon, known for serving hearty meat dishes and a warm, convivial atmosphere. 'Racine' means 'root' in French, suggesting a return to traditional culinary roots.
EN: Use 'above' to describe something that is in a higher position than another object, without touching it directly.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "above" untuk menerangkan sesuatu yang berada pada kedudukan yang lebih tinggi daripada objek lain, tetapi kedua-duanya tidak bersentuhan (di atas).
Our apartment is above a bakery.
Apartmen kami berada di atas sebuah kedai roti.
EN: In the UK, it is very common for historic buildings to have a traditional pub on the ground floor and a separate restaurant or dining room upstairs. Farringdon is a historic area in central London known for its food scene and markets.
EN: We use the Past Simple tense (opened, became) to talk about completed actions in the past. When linking two past actions that happened around the same time, we can connect them with 'and'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kita menggunakan kala lampau mudah (opened, became) untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa lalu. Apabila menghubungkan dua tindakan yang berlaku pada masa yang lebih kurang sama pada masa lalu, kita boleh menggunakan "and" untuk menghubungkannya.
She arrived at the party and met her friends.
Dia tiba di parti dan bertemu dengan kawan-kawannya.
EN: The verb 'own' is a state verb (stative verb). It describes a state of possession, not an action. We do not usually use it in the continuous form (e.g., we say 'they own', not 'they are owning').
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "own" (memiliki) ialah kata kerja keadaan. Ia menerangkan keadaan pemilikan, bukan tindakan. Kita biasanya tidak menggunakan kala progresif (contohnya, kita kata "they own", bukan "they are owning").
My parents own a small house near the park.
Ibu bapa saya memiliki sebuah rumah kecil berhampiran taman.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs and bistros are run as joint ventures by business partners or friends. The word 'bistro' is borrowed from French, referring to a small, casual, and cozy restaurant serving simple meals.
EN: To talk about someone's age, we use the structure: [Subject] + [be verb (am/is/are)] + [age number] + (years old). The phrase 'years old' is optional and often omitted in casual conversation.
Bahasa Melayu: Untuk menyatakan umur seseorang, kita menggunakan struktur: [Subjek] + [kata kerja be (am/is/are)] + [angka umur] + (tahun). "tahun" boleh diabaikan; dalam percakapan harian, kita sering menyebut angka sahaja.
My sister is 25 years old, and my brother is 20.
Kakak saya berumur 25 tahun, dan adik lelaki saya berumur 20 tahun.
EN: In English-speaking countries, it is common to state ages directly in news articles to give context about the people involved, though in personal social situations, asking about age directly can sometimes be considered impolite.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used to talk about facts, habits, or regular actions. In this sentence, 'serve' is in the present simple because it describes a regular service of the restaurant.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala kini mudah digunakan untuk menerangkan fakta, tabiat, atau tindakan yang berlaku secara tetap. Dalam ayat ini, 'serve' (menghidangkan) menggunakan kala kini mudah kerana ia menerangkan perkhidmatan yang berterusan dan tetap yang disediakan oleh restoran ini.
They speak English at home.
Mereka bercakap bahasa Inggeris di rumah.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'French cooking' or 'French cuisine' is highly respected and often associated with classic, high-quality culinary techniques. Traditional bistros focus on simple, hearty, and authentic dishes rather than modern fusion food.
EN: The pattern 'be famous for' is used to describe the reason why someone or something is well-known. It is followed by a noun or a gerund (verb-ing).
Bahasa Melayu: Pola "be famous for" digunakan untuk menerangkan sebab mengapa seseorang atau sesuatu terkenal. Ia diikuti dengan kata nama atau gerund (kata kerja + -ing).
The city is famous for its beautiful beaches.
Bandar ini terkenal dengan pantainya yang indah.
EN: In the UK and France, a 'long lunch' is a traditional dining habit where people spend several hours enjoying their food, wine, and conversation, contrasting with the quick lunches common in modern fast-paced work environments.
EN: Using 'and' to connect two nouns or noun phrases. In this sentence, 'and' connects 'the French cuisine' and 'the warm feeling inside' as two things that people love.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "and" untuk menghubungkan dua kata nama atau frasa nama. Dalam ayat ini, "and" menghubungkan "the French cuisine" (masakan Perancis) dengan "the warm feeling inside" (perasaan hangat di dalam), sebagai dua perkara yang digemari orang.
I like the hot tea and the sweet cake.
Saya suka teh panas dan kek manis.
EN: In the UK, traditional French bistros are highly valued for their cozy, unpretentious atmosphere (often referred to as 'warm feeling') and classic comfort food, offering a contrast to modern, fast-paced dining trends.
EN: The pattern 'be + adjective + to + verb' is used to express feelings or reactions to an action. In this sentence, 'were very surprised to win' shows how the owners felt about winning.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola "be + adjective + to + verb" untuk menyatakan perasaan atau reaksi terhadap sesuatu tindakan. Dalam ayat ini, "were very surprised to win" menunjukkan perasaan pemilik restoran terhadap kemenangan anugerah.
She was very happy to hear the good news.
Dia sangat gembira mendengar berita baik itu.
EN: We use 'thought' followed by 'would' to talk about what we expected or planned in the past. It is the past tense version of 'think + will'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kita menggunakan "thought" (fikir) diikuti dengan "would" (akan) untuk menerangkan jangkaan atau rancangan pada masa lalu. Ini adalah ungkapan kala lampau bagi "think + will".
She thought she would arrive at five o'clock.
Dia menyangka dia akan tiba pada pukul lima.
EN: In the UK, restaurant awards like the National Restaurant Awards are highly competitive. For a small, newly opened bistro to reach the top 20 is already considered a massive achievement, which is why the owners were so surprised to win first place.
EN: Use 'expect + to + verb' to talk about what you think will happen in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "expect + to + kata kerja" untuk menyatakan apa yang anda jangka akan berlaku pada masa hadapan.
We expect to arrive at five o'clock.
Kami menjangka tiba pada pukul lima.
EN: In British culture, winning a major national award is a huge achievement, especially for a small, traditional bistro. The phrase 'number one' highlights their unexpected rise to the very top of the UK restaurant scene.
EN: The pattern 'choose someone as something' is used to show that someone has been selected to have a specific role, title, or position.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola "choose someone as something" digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa seseorang telah dipilih untuk memegang peranan, gelaran, atau jawatan tertentu (memilih seseorang sebagai...).
They chose her as the team leader.
Mereka memilih dia sebagai ketua pasukan.
EN: In the UK, national restaurant awards carry significant prestige, often transforming small, local establishments into fully-booked culinary destinations overnight. Winning such an award is a major achievement for independent bistros.
EN: The pattern 'want to + verb' is used to express a desire or intention to do an action. 'Want' is the main verb, and it is followed by an infinitive (to + verb).
Bahasa Melayu: Corak "want to + verb" digunakan untuk menyatakan keinginan atau niat untuk melakukan sesuatu tindakan. Di sini, "want" ialah kata kerja utama, diikuti dengan infinitif (to + kata kerja).
She wants to learn English.
Dia ingin belajar bahasa Inggeris.
EN: In the modern digital age, many restaurants rely heavily on online booking systems. The bistro's decision to return to phone calls and text messages reflects a growing trend of 'digital detox' and a desire for more personal, human connection in the hospitality industry.
EN: The verb 'stop' is followed by a verb ending in '-ing' (gerund) to mean that someone ceases doing an action. For example, 'stop taking' means you do not take them anymore.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "stop" (berhenti) diikuti dengan kata kerja berakhiran "-ing" (gerund) untuk bermaksud berhenti melakukan sesuatu yang sedang berlaku atau kebiasaan. Contohnya, "stop taking" bermaksud tidak lagi menerima.
She wants to stop eating fast food.
Dia mahu berhenti makan makanan segera.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs and small bistros are moving away from fully automated online booking systems. This is because 'no-shows' (people who book but do not come) hurt small businesses financially. Returning to phone calls or text messages helps owners build a personal connection with customers.
EN: The pattern 'want + someone + to + verb' is used to express what you would like another person to do.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola "want + seseorang + to + kata kerja" digunakan untuk menyatakan apa yang anda ingin seseorang lakukan.
She wants me to help her.
Dia mahu saya menolongnya.
EN: In the UK and many parts of Europe, some traditional or high-end restaurants are moving away from online booking systems. This is to reduce 'no-shows' (people who book but do not come) and to bring back a more personal, human connection with their customers.
EN: Use 'but' to connect two contrasting ideas. In this sentence, it connects the action of booking many tables with the contrasting action of only showing up to one.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "but" (tetapi) untuk menghubungkan dua idea yang bertentangan. Dalam ayat ini, ia menghubungkan "menempah banyak meja" dengan "hanya datang sekali" sebagai situasi yang bertentangan.
She wanted to buy the dress but she did not have enough money.
Dia mahu membeli baju itu, tetapi dia tidak mempunyai wang yang cukup.
EN: In the UK and many Western countries, 'no-shows' (people who book a table but do not show up) are a major financial problem for small restaurants. This is why some restaurants are moving away from online booking systems or starting to ask for credit card details to secure a booking.
EN: Using 'and' to connect two adjectives (empty and wasted) to describe the state of a noun (the other tables).
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "and" (dan) untuk menghubungkan dua kata sifat (empty dan wasted) untuk menerangkan keadaan kata nama (the other tables).
The room was cold and dark.
Bilik itu sejuk dan gelap.
EN: In the UK restaurant industry, 'no-shows' (people who book tables but do not show up) are a major financial problem. This is why many restaurants are moving away from online booking systems or requiring credit card deposits.
EN: We use 'there is' to say that something exists. 'Still' means that the situation has not changed and continues to exist.
Bahasa Melayu: Kita menggunakan "there is" untuk menyatakan bahawa sesuatu wujud. "Still" bermaksud keadaan itu tidak berubah dan masih berterusan.
There is still some milk in the fridge.
Masih ada sedikit susu di dalam peti sejuk.
EN: In the UK, many traditional pubs have historic names like 'Three Compasses'. It is also very common in British cities for a building to have a traditional pub on the ground floor (downstairs) and a separate restaurant or venue upstairs.
EN: We use the preposition 'for' followed by a noun (like 'drinks', 'lunch', or 'a walk') to show the purpose of an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Kita menggunakan kata sendi "for" diikuti dengan kata nama (seperti "drinks", "lunch", atau "a walk") untuk menyatakan tujuan sesuatu tindakan.
We went to the park for a run.
Kami pergi ke taman untuk berlari.
EN: In the UK, going 'for drinks' after work is a very common social custom. It is a relaxed way for colleagues to chat and unwind in a local pub before heading home.
EN: The verb 'feel' is a linking verb. When we want to compare how something feels to a noun, we use the pattern 'feel + like + noun'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja "feel" (rasa) ialah kata kerja penghubung. Apabila kita ingin membandingkan sesuatu perasaan dengan kata nama, kita menggunakan pola "feel + like + kata nama".
This soft blanket feels like a warm hug.
Selimut lembut ini terasa seperti pelukan yang hangat.
EN: In London, many historic pubs have a separate dining room upstairs. While the ground floor (downstairs) is usually a lively, noisy place for drinking beer, the upstairs area is often transformed into a quiet, cozy restaurant, offering a completely different, intimate atmosphere.
EN: The phrase 'take someone away from...' is used to describe moving someone from one place or state to another, often to help them relax or escape a busy situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa "take someone away from..." digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan memindahkan seseorang dari satu tempat atau keadaan, biasanya untuk membantu mereka berehat atau melarikan diri dari persekitaran yang sibuk.
A good book takes you away from your daily worries.
Sebuah buku yang baik dapat membawa anda jauh dari masalah harian.
EN: London is known as a fast-paced global financial and cultural hub. For locals and visitors alike, finding a quiet 'secret' spot like a traditional French bistro upstairs from a pub is a highly valued way to escape the overwhelming energy of the city.
EN: The pattern 'what + subject + does best' is used to talk about someone's special skill or the thing they do most successfully.
Bahasa Melayu: Pola "what + subjek + does best" digunakan untuk menerangkan kemahiran istimewa seseorang, atau perkara yang paling baik dilakukan oleh sesebuah kedai.
Making fresh pasta is what this Italian restaurant does best.
Membuat pasta segar ialah perkara yang paling baik dilakukan oleh restoran Itali ini.
EN: In the UK and France, a 'long lunch' is a traditional dining culture where people spend several hours enjoying food, wine, and conversation, contrasting with the modern habit of eating a quick sandwich at one's desk.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Bistro, restoran kecil (biasanya menyajikan masakan Perancis yang mudah dan murah)
Dalam konteks: Anugerah, hadiah
Dalam konteks: Tradisional
Dalam konteks: Masakan, hidangan, gaya memasak
Dalam konteks: Terkejut, berasa hairan
Dalam konteks: Menjangkakan, meramalkan
Dalam konteks: Juri, pengadil
Dalam konteks: Ditempah, dijadualkan
Dalam konteks: Terbuang, sia-sia
Dalam konteks: Rahsia, tersembunyi
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To accept reservations for a table, room, or service.
Menerima tempahan
To make someone forget about their ordinary life or worries by transporting them mentally or physically to a different place.
Membawa seseorang pergi dari, membuatkan seseorang melupakan seketika (kebimbangan atau kesibukan)
Using the telephone as a means of communication.
Melalui telefon, dengan telefon