EN: The phrase 'While in prison' is a reduced adverbial clause. The subject and the verb 'to be' (While he was in prison) are omitted because the subject is the same as the main clause.
Bahasa Melayu: 'While in prison' ialah klausa adverba yang diringkaskan. Apabila subjek klausa subordinat sama dengan subjek klausa utama, dan kata kerja ialah kata kerja be (While he was in prison), subjek dan kata kerja be boleh digugurkan.
While in London, she visited many museums.
Semasa di London, dia melawat banyak muzium.
EN: The verb 'continue' can be followed by an infinitive (to study) or a gerund (studying) with little to no change in meaning, indicating an action that persists.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'continue' boleh diikuti oleh infinitif (to study) atau gerund (studying), kedua-duanya mempunyai makna yang hampir sama, digunakan untuk menunjukkan tindakan yang berterusan.
They continued to work despite the heavy rain.
Walaupun hujan lebat, mereka tetap terus bekerja.
EN: 'Study by correspondence' refers to distance learning via mail, which was the primary way for prisoners to receive higher education before the internet era. Mandela's pursuit of a law degree while imprisoned was a significant act of intellectual resistance.
EN: The verb 'refuse' is followed by a 'to-infinitive' (to + base verb) to indicate what action the subject declines to do.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'refuse' (menolak) diikuti oleh 'infinitif' (to + kata kerja dasar) untuk menunjukkan tindakan yang subjek enggan lakukan.
She refused to accept the bribe.
Dia enggan menerima rasuah.
EN: The conjunction 'even though' introduces a concession clause, used to express a fact that makes the main statement surprising or unexpected.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'even though' (walaupun) memperkenalkan klausa konsesi, digunakan untuk menyatakan fakta yang membuat penyataan dalam klausa utama kelihatan mengejutkan atau tidak dijangka.
Even though it was raining, they went for a hike.
Walaupun hujan, mereka tetap pergi mendaki.
EN: This sentence highlights Nelson Mandela's philosophy of non-violence and forgiveness. In the context of South Africa's Apartheid, 'the system' refers to the institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination enforced by the government from 1948 to 1994.
EN: The verb 'grow' followed by an infinitive (to + verb) means to gradually begin to do something or to develop a feeling over time.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'grow' yang diikuti oleh infinitif (to + kata kerja) bermaksud 'secara beransur-ansur mula melakukan sesuatu' atau mengalami perasaan dari masa ke masa.
I grew to like the quiet life in the countryside.
Saya semakin menyukai kehidupan yang tenang di desa.
EN: The preposition 'for' is used here to indicate the reason or cause for the respect being given.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi 'for' digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan sebab atau alasan bagi penghormatan yang diberikan.
The teacher is admired for her patience.
Guru itu dikagumi kerana kesabarannya.
EN: This sentence reflects Nelson Mandela's extraordinary character. In the context of South African Apartheid, the relationship between white guards and black prisoners was typically one of extreme hostility. Mandela's ability to win the respect of his oppressors through moral consistency is a central theme of his legacy.
EN: The sentence uses a Noun Clause starting with 'that' as the direct object of the verb 'realized'. This clause functions as a noun to express the content of his realization.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan klausa kata nama yang dimulakan dengan 'that' sebagai objek langsung bagi kata kerja 'realized'. Klausa ini berfungsi seperti kata nama, digunakan untuk menyatakan kandungan khusus yang dia sedari.
She realized that hard work was the key to success.
EN: The modal verb 'would' is used here to express a future-in-the-past perspective, showing what Mandela predicted or understood about the consequences of bitterness from his viewpoint at that time.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'would' digunakan di sini untuk menyatakan perspektif 'masa depan dalam masa lampau', menunjukkan ramalan atau pemahaman Mandela tentang akibat kebencian dari sudut pandangnya pada masa itu.
He knew that the rain would stop eventually.
Dia tahu bahawa hujan akhirnya akan berhenti.
EN: In this context, 'cause' refers to a principle or movement that someone is prepared to support or fight for, specifically the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. Mandela's realization highlights the philosophy of Ubuntu and reconciliation that defined his leadership.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the subject receives the action rather than performing it. In this case, Mandela did not release himself; he was released by the authorities.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (kata kerja be + partisipel lampau): Digunakan apabila subjek menerima tindakan dan bukan pelaku tindakan. Dalam ayat ini, Mandela tidak membebaskan dirinya sendiri, tetapi dibebaskan oleh pihak berkuasa.
The new library was opened by the mayor last week.
Perpustakaan baharu itu dirasmikan oleh datuk bandar minggu lepas.
EN: Prepositions of Time and Place: 'On' is used for specific dates (February 11), while 'from' indicates the point of origin or separation.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi masa dan tempat: 'On' digunakan untuk tarikh tertentu (11 Februari), manakala 'from' menunjukkan asal atau titik permulaan pemisahan.
The flight from London arrived on July 4th.
Penerbangan dari London tiba pada 4 Julai.
EN: The release of Nelson Mandela after 27 years in prison marked a pivotal moment in the end of apartheid in South Africa. February 11, 1990, is remembered globally as a symbol of the triumph of the human spirit and the beginning of a new democratic era.
EN: The conjunction 'as' is used here to indicate that two actions are happening simultaneously. It functions similarly to 'while' or 'at the same time that'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'as' digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan bahawa dua tindakan berlaku serentak. Fungsinya serupa dengan 'while' atau 'at the same time that' (semasa).
She waved to her parents as the train pulled out of the station.
Dia melambai kepada ibu bapanya semasa kereta api meninggalkan stesen.
EN: The phrase 'millions of' is used to describe a large, indefinite number. Note that 'million' is pluralized (millions) when followed by 'of' and a noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'millions of' digunakan untuk menerangkan bilangan yang besar dan tidak tentu. Perhatikan bahawa apabila diikuti oleh 'of' dan kata nama, 'million' mesti menggunakan bentuk jamak (millions).
Millions of stars were visible in the clear night sky.
Berjuta-juta bintang dapat dilihat di langit malam yang cerah.
EN: Nelson Mandela's release from Victor Verster Prison in 1990 was a pivotal global event, symbolizing the beginning of the end of Apartheid in South Africa. The phrase 'walked to freedom' refers to his famous autobiography title, 'Long Walk to Freedom'.
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses, showing a contrast between the subject's physical age and his mental strength.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung koordinat 'but' digunakan untuk menyambungkan dua klausa bebas, untuk menunjukkan kontras antara usia fizikal dan daya tahan mental subjek.
The task was difficult, but she completed it on time.
Tugasan itu sukar, tetapi dia menyiapkannya tepat pada masanya.
EN: The linking verb 'remain' is followed by adjectives (strong and unbroken) to describe the state or quality of the subject (his spirit) that continues to exist.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja penghubung 'remain' diikuti oleh adjektif (strong dan unbroken) untuk menerangkan keadaan atau sifat yang berterusan bagi subjek (semangatnya).
Despite the noise, the baby remained asleep.
Walaupun terdapat bunyi bising, bayi itu masih tidur.
EN: Nelson Mandela's resilience after 27 years in prison is a cornerstone of modern South African history. The term 'unbroken' specifically refers to his refusal to compromise his ideals despite decades of confinement.
EN: The phrase 'instead of' is a prepositional phrase meaning 'in place of' or 'rather than'. When followed by a verb, the verb must be in the gerund form (-ing) because it follows a preposition.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'instead of' ialah frasa sendi nama yang bermaksud 'sebagai ganti' atau 'daripada'. Apabila diikuti oleh kata kerja, kata kerja itu mesti menggunakan bentuk gerund (-ing) kerana ia terletak selepas kata sendi.
Instead of staying home, we went to the park.
Kami pergi ke taman dan bukannya tinggal di rumah.
EN: The phrasal verb 'call for' means to publicly ask for or demand something that is needed or wanted, often used in political or social contexts.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa 'call for' bermaksud meminta atau menuntut secara terbuka sesuatu yang perlu atau diingini, sering digunakan dalam konteks politik atau sosial.
The protesters are calling for a change in the law.
Para penunjuk perasaan menuntut agar undang-undang diubah.
EN: This sentence refers to Nelson Mandela's pivotal role in ending Apartheid in South Africa. Instead of seeking retribution against the white minority government that imprisoned him for 27 years, he promoted the 'Truth and Reconciliation Commission' to heal the nation's wounds through forgiveness.
EN: The relative adverb 'where' is used to introduce a relative clause that provides more information about a place or a specific situation (in this case, the 'election'). It functions as 'in which'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adverba relatif 'where' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa relatif yang memberikan maklumat lanjut tentang tempat atau situasi tertentu (dalam ayat ini, 'pilihan raya'). Fungsinya sama dengan 'in which'.
This is the school where I studied ten years ago.
Inilah sekolah yang saya hadiri sepuluh tahun yang lalu.
EN: The Past Simple tense ('held') is used to describe a completed action that took place at a specific time in the past ('In 1994').
Bahasa Melayu: Kala lampau mudah ('held') digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai yang berlaku pada masa tertentu pada masa lalu ('In 1994').
The company held a meeting yesterday to discuss the new project.
Syarikat itu mengadakan mesyuarat semalam untuk membincangkan rancangan baharu.
EN: The 1994 election was a landmark event in world history, marking the end of apartheid in South Africa. It was the first time the black majority could exercise their right to vote, leading to Nelson Mandela becoming the country's first black president.
EN: The sentence uses the 'Compound Predicate' structure, where a single subject (Nelson Mandela) performs two actions connected by the conjunction 'and'. Both verbs ('won' and 'became') must be in the same tense (Past Simple) to maintain parallel structure.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan struktur 'predikat majmuk', di mana satu subjek (Nelson Mandela) melakukan dua tindakan yang disambungkan oleh kata hubung 'and'. Untuk mengekalkan struktur selari, kedua-dua kata kerja (won dan became) mesti menggunakan kala yang sama (kala lampau mudah).
She finished her homework and went to the park.
Dia menyiapkan kerja rumahnya dan pergi ke taman.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'by a landslide' functions as an adverbial of manner, describing how the victory was achieved. In political contexts, it specifically refers to winning by a very large margin.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama 'by a landslide' berfungsi sebagai keterangan cara, menerangkan bagaimana kemenangan itu diperoleh. Dalam konteks politik, ia merujuk secara khusus kepada menang dengan majoriti yang sangat besar (kemenangan besar).
The mayor was re-elected by a landslide.
Datuk bandar itu memenangi pemilihan semula dengan majoriti yang sangat besar.
EN: The 1994 election was a landmark event in world history as it marked the end of apartheid in South Africa. A 'landslide' victory for Mandela's party (the ANC) was significant because it demonstrated the overwhelming support for a new, inclusive government after decades of racial segregation.
EN: The verb 'invite' follows the pattern 'invite someone to do something' (Infinitive Phrase). This structure indicates the action the object is being asked to perform.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'invite' mengikut pola 'invite someone to do something' (frasa infinitif). Struktur ini digunakan untuk menunjukkan tindakan yang diminta dilakukan oleh orang yang dijemput.
She invited her neighbors to join the party.
Dia menjemput jiran-jirannya ke majlis itu.
EN: The use of 'on' as a preposition of time for specific days or dates (e.g., 'on inauguration day').
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan 'on' sebagai kata sendi masa untuk hari atau tarikh tertentu (contohnya, 'pada hari pelantikan').
We usually exchange gifts on Christmas Day.
Kami biasanya bertukar hadiah pada Hari Krismas.
EN: The 'front row' at an inauguration is typically reserved for high-ranking officials, foreign dignitaries, and family members. By inviting his former jailers to sit there, Mandela made a powerful global statement about reconciliation and the end of the Apartheid era's animosity.
EN: The noun 'commitment' is frequently followed by the preposition 'to' to indicate the target or goal of the dedication. Note that 'to' here is a preposition, so it is followed by a noun or a gerund (V-ing).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata nama 'commitment' (komitmen/dedikasi) sering diikuti oleh kata sendi 'to' untuk menunjukkan dedikasi terhadap matlamat atau objek tertentu. Perhatikan bahawa 'to' di sini ialah kata sendi, oleh itu ia mesti diikuti oleh kata nama atau gerund (V-ing).
The company has a strong commitment to environmental protection.
Syarikat ini mempunyai komitmen yang kukuh terhadap perlindungan alam sekitar.
EN: The Past Simple tense is used here ('symbolized') to describe a completed action or state in the past within a historical narrative.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala lampau mudah digunakan di sini ('symbolized') untuk menerangkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa lalu atau keadaan yang wujud ketika itu dalam naratif sejarah.
The white dove symbolized peace after the long war.
Selepas perang yang panjang, burung merpati putih melambangkan keamanan.
EN: This sentence refers to Nelson Mandela's efforts to heal South Africa after the end of Apartheid. Instead of seeking retribution against those who imprisoned him, he focused on 'reconciliation,' a key concept in South African history that led to the formation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
EN: Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): Used here as a reduced relative clause or a supplementary action, describing the manner or result of the main action. 'Choosing' explains how Mandela acted while creating the commission.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa partisipel kini (V-ing): Digunakan di sini sebagai klausa yang diringkaskan atau penerangan tambahan, menerangkan cara atau hasil tindakan dalam klausa utama. 'Choosing' menerangkan sikap atau cara Mandela semasa menubuhkan suruhanjaya itu.
She walked out of the room, slamming the door behind her.
Dia keluar dari bilik dan menutup pintu dengan kuat.
EN: Prepositional Phrase 'A over B': This structure is used to indicate a preference or choice of one thing (A) instead of another (B).
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama 'A over B': Struktur ini digunakan untuk menunjukkan keutamaan atau pilihan terhadap sesuatu (A) berbanding yang lain (B).
Many people prefer tea over coffee in the morning.
Ramai orang lebih suka minum teh daripada kopi pada waktu pagi.
EN: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) was a court-like restorative justice body assembled in South Africa after the end of apartheid. It was a crucial part of the transition to democracy, focusing on uncovering the truth about human rights violations rather than seeking simple retribution.
EN: The Present Participle Phrase (V-ing) is used here as a resultative clause, indicating an action that happens as a direct consequence of the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa partisipel kini (V-ing) digunakan di sini sebagai klausa hasil, menunjukkan hasil atau kesan langsung yang disebabkan oleh tindakan dalam klausa utama.
The storm destroyed the bridge, making it impossible to cross the river.
Ribut itu memusnahkan jambatan, menjadikan mustahil untuk menyeberangi sungai.
EN: The phrasal verb 'step down' means to resign or leave an important position, often used in political or corporate contexts.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa 'step down' bermaksud meletakkan jawatan atau meninggalkan jawatan penting, sering digunakan dalam konteks politik atau korporat.
The CEO decided to step down after ten years of service.
Ketua pegawai eksekutif itu memutuskan untuk meletakkan jawatan selepas sepuluh tahun berkhidmat.
EN: In many developing democracies, leaders often try to extend their power beyond constitutional limits. Mandela's decision to serve only one term (1994-1999) was a powerful symbolic act that prioritized democratic stability over personal power, setting a rare precedent in African politics.
EN: The sentence uses a 'Noun Clause' as the direct object of the verb 'showed'. The word 'that' introduces a complete sentence (27 years... spirit) which functions as a single noun to tell us what was shown.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan 'klausa kata nama' sebagai objek langsung bagi kata kerja 'showed'. Kata hubung that memperkenalkan ayat lengkap (27 years... spirit), dan klausa ini berfungsi secara fungsional seperti kata nama, digunakan untuk menerangkan apa yang ditunjukkan.
The teacher showed the students that hard work pays off.
Guru menunjukkan kepada pelajar-pelajar bahawa usaha akhirnya membuahkan hasil.
EN: The modal verb 'cannot' (can + not) is used to express impossibility or a lack of ability. In this context, it emphasizes the resilience of the human spirit against external force.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'cannot' (can + not) digunakan untuk menyatakan kemustahilan atau kekurangan keupayaan. Dalam konteks ini, ia menekankan daya tahan semangat manusia dalam menghadapi kuasa luar.
Fear cannot stop us from pursuing our dreams.
Ketakutan tidak dapat menghalang kita daripada mengejar impian kita.
EN: Nelson Mandela's 27-year imprisonment is a central symbol of the struggle against Apartheid in South Africa. His ability to emerge without bitterness and lead the nation toward reconciliation is considered one of the greatest moral achievements of the 20th century.
EN: The sentence uses a Noun Clause starting with 'that' as the direct object of the verb 'proved'. This clause functions as a noun to state a fact or belief.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan klausa kata nama yang dimulakan dengan 'that' sebagai objek langsung bagi kata kerja 'proved'. Klausa ini berfungsi seperti kata nama, digunakan untuk menyatakan fakta atau kepercayaan.
She proved that hard work leads to success.
Dia membuktikan bahawa usaha akan membawa kejayaan.
EN: A Relative Clause (Adjective Clause) starting with 'who' is used to modify the noun 'person', providing more specific information about which person is being discussed.
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa relatif (klausa adjektif) yang dimulakan dengan 'who' digunakan untuk menerangkan kata nama 'person', memberikan maklumat yang lebih khusus tentang orang tersebut.
I admire people who never give up.
Saya mengagumi orang-orang yang tidak pernah berputus asa.
EN: This sentence encapsulates Nelson Mandela's legacy. Despite 27 years in prison, his refusal to succumb to despair became a global symbol of resilience and the power of the human spirit against systemic oppression.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: secara meluas; pada tahap yang besar
Dalam konteks: (terutamanya melalui surat) surat-menyurat, komunikasi
Dalam konteks: menindas; menekan
Dalam konteks: tidak berbelah bahagi; tidak goyah
Dalam konteks: perdamaian; pendamaian
Dalam konteks: demokratik
Dalam konteks: (dalam pilihan raya) kemenangan yang sangat besar
Dalam konteks: upacara pelantikan
Dalam konteks: melambangkan; mewakili
Dalam konteks: komitmen; dedikasi
Dalam konteks: suruhanjaya
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To resign from a high position or office.
Meletak jawatan; turun takhta; berundur
To publicly ask for something to happen.
menyeru; menuntut
By a very large majority of votes.
(menang) dengan majoriti besar
To stop believing that something good will happen.
berputus asa
A method of distance learning where educational materials and assignments are sent between the student and the institution by mail.
Belajar undang-undang melalui surat-menyurat
A principle, social movement, or political goal that someone supports and fights for.
Merosakkan perjuangannya/cita-citanya
An election victory in which one candidate or party receives a very large majority of the votes.
Memenangi pilihan raya dengan kemenangan besar
A specialized official body (commission) tasked with discovering and revealing past wrongdoing by a government.
Suruhanjaya Kebenaran dan Pendamaian
A fixed period of time during which a person holds a particular office or position.
Berkhidmat untuk satu penggal sahaja