EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or processes where the doer of the action is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. Here, 'is grown' indicates that rice undergoes the action of being cultivated.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif masa kini mudah (is/are + past participle) digunakan untuk menerangkan fakta, kebenaran umum, atau proses, apabila pelaku tindakan biasanya jelas, tidak diketahui, atau kurang penting daripada tindakan itu sendiri. Di sini, "is grown" menunjukkan bahawa padi menerima tindakan "ditanam".
Tea is grown on the hillsides of Taiwan.
Teh ditanam di lereng-lereng bukit Taiwan.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'in many parts of' is used to describe a widespread distribution across various regions of a larger geographical area.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama "in many parts of" (di banyak bahagian) digunakan untuk menerangkan taburan yang meluas di pelbagai kawasan dalam sesebuah kawasan geografi yang lebih besar.
Wheat is harvested in many parts of Europe.
Gandum dituai di banyak bahagian Eropah.
EN: Rice is the staple food for more than half of the world's population, particularly in Asia. The wet-rice cultivation method (paddy farming) has shaped the landscape, social structures, and cultural traditions of many Asian countries for thousands of years.
EN: The Present Simple Passive (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or regular processes where the action is more important than the person performing it.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menerangkan fakta, kebenaran umum atau proses yang berulang, di mana tindakan itu sendiri lebih penting daripada orang yang melakukannya.
Coffee beans are harvested in autumn.
Biji kopi dituai pada musim luruh.
EN: The adverbial phrase 'by hand' is used to describe an action done manually using physical effort, rather than using machines.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa adverba 'by hand' (dengan tangan) digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang dilakukan secara manual oleh tenaga manusia, bukan menggunakan mesin.
EN: In many tea-producing regions of Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still harvested by hand to ensure only the finest top leaves and buds are selected, preserving the traditional craftsmanship of tea making.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe regular actions, facts, or routines where the person performing the action is obvious, unimportant, or unknown. In this sentence, 'is baked' focuses on the bread itself rather than the baker.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang berlaku secara tetap, fakta atau rutin, di mana orang yang melakukan tindakan biasanya jelas, tidak penting atau tidak diketahui. Dalam ayat ini, 'is baked' (dibakar) meletakkan fokus pada roti itu sendiri, bukan pada tukang roti.
Letters are delivered to our office every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar ke pejabat kami setiap petang.
EN: The word 'fresh' is used here as a flat adverb (an adverb that has the same form as its corresponding adjective) meaning 'newly' or 'recently'. It directly modifies the participle 'baked' to describe the state of the bread when the action occurs.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'fresh' digunakan di sini sebagai adverba tanpa akhiran (adverba yang bentuknya sama dengan adjektif), bermaksud 'dengan segar' atau 'baru sahaja'. Ia secara langsung menerangkan partisipel 'baked' untuk menerangkan keadaan roti semasa tindakan itu berlaku.
The flowers were cut fresh from the garden.
Bunga-bunga ini baru sahaja dipetik segar dari taman.
EN: In many Western cultures, buying freshly baked bread daily from a local bakery (or baking it at home) is a deeply rooted morning tradition, representing comfort, warmth, and the start of a new day.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice is used to describe facts, general truths, or regular actions when the agent (the person or thing doing the action) is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. It is formed using 'am/is/are' + past participle (V3).
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif masa kini mudah (Present Simple Passive Voice) digunakan untuk menerangkan fakta, kebenaran umum, atau tindakan yang berlaku secara tetap. Apabila pelaku tindakan itu jelas, tidak diketahui, atau kurang penting daripada tindakan itu sendiri, bentuk ayat ini digunakan. Strukturnya ialah "am/is/are + past participle (V3)".
Coffee is grown in Brazil.
Kopi ditanam di Brazil.
EN: The preposition 'on' is used with 'farm' (on a farm / on local farms) to indicate location, as a farm is considered an open area of land.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'on' digunakan dengan 'farm' (ladang) (contohnya on a farm atau on local farms) untuk menunjukkan tempat, kerana ladang dalam bahasa Inggeris dianggap sebagai kawasan tanah yang terbuka.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong consumer preference for supporting 'local farms' and buying locally produced dairy and agriculture. This is associated with freshness, reducing carbon footprints (food miles), and supporting the local economy.
EN: The passive voice is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. It is formed using 'be + past participle (V3)'. In this sentence, 'is made' is the present simple passive voice.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Strukturnya ialah 'be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga (V3)'. Dalam ayat ini, 'is made' ialah bentuk pasif (Present Simple).
This book is written in English.
Buku ini ditulis dalam bahasa Inggeris.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'be made from' is used when a substance is transformed into something else, and the original raw material is no longer visible or has changed its form (chemical or physical transformation). In contrast, 'be made of' is used when the original material is still recognizable.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi 'be made from' digunakan apabila sesuatu bahan diubah menjadi bahan lain, dan bahan asal tidak lagi dapat dikenal pasti secara langsung atau telah berubah bentuknya (perubahan kimia atau fizikal). Sebaliknya, 'be made of' digunakan untuk bahan asal yang masih jelas kelihatan.
Paper is made from wood.
Kertas diperbuat daripada kayu.
EN: In Western culinary culture, cheese is classified by its source of milk (cow, goat, or sheep). Goat cheese (often referred to as 'chèvre' in French) has a distinct, tart flavor and is highly popular in Mediterranean and European cuisines.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe actions where the focus is on the action itself or the receiver of the action, rather than who performs it. In this sentence, 'are washed' and 'are sold' are passive forms because the vegetables do not wash or sell themselves.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, 'are washed' (dibasuh) dan 'are sold' (dijual) ialah bentuk pasif kerana sayur-sayuran tidak boleh membasuh atau menjual sendiri.
The letters are delivered every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar setiap petang.
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'before' is used to connect two clauses, indicating that the action in the main clause happens prior to the action in the subordinate clause. In this sentence, 'before' introduces the adverbial clause of time 'before they are sold'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung subordinat 'before' (sebelum) digunakan untuk menghubungkan dua klausa, menunjukkan bahawa tindakan dalam klausa utama berlaku sebelum tindakan dalam klausa subordinat. Dalam ayat ini, 'before' memperkenalkan klausa adverba masa 'before they are sold' (sebelum ia dijual).
Please wash your hands before you eat.
Sila basuh tangan anda sebelum makan.
EN: Present Simple Passive Voice: Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'. It is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action (the fruit), rather than who performs the action.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara Pasif Present Simple: Dibentuk dengan 'am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga'. Ia digunakan apabila fokus pertuturan ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan (di sini, buah-buahan), bukan pelaku tindakan.
The letters are delivered every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar setiap petang.
EN: Adverb Placement: The adverb 'carefully' is placed at the end of the sentence to describe the manner in which the action (is packed) is performed.
Bahasa Melayu: Kedudukan Adverba: Adverba 'carefully' (dengan berhati-hati) diletakkan di hujung ayat untuk menerangkan cara tindakan (is packed, dibungkus) dilakukan.
The glass was handled gently.
Gelas-gelas itu dipegang dengan lembut.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are dried' is the present simple passive, showing a general fact or regular process.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (be + past participle) digunakan apabila tumpuan diberikan kepada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, "are dried" ialah suara pasif dalam bentuk masa kini mudah, digunakan untuk menyatakan fakta umum atau langkah rutin.
The tea leaves are harvested in spring.
Daun teh dituai pada musim bunga.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'under the sun' acts as an adverbial of place/manner, indicating the location or condition under which the action of drying takes place.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama "under the sun" (di bawah matahari) di sini berfungsi sebagai frasa keterangan tempat atau cara, digunakan untuk menunjukkan tempat atau keadaan di mana tindakan "menjemur" berlaku.
The wet clothes were hung under the sun.
Pakaian basah digantung untuk dijemur di bawah sinar matahari.
EN: Sun-drying is a traditional and natural method of processing coffee beans, often associated with 'natural' or 'dry process' coffees, which tend to have a sweeter and fruitier flavor profile compared to wet-processed beans.
EN: Passive Voice (Past Simple): Used to focus on the action or the receiver of the action rather than the doer. It is formed with 'was/were' + past participle (V3).
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Past Simple): Digunakan untuk menekankan tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Strukturnya ialah 'was/were + kata kerja bentuk ketiga (V3)'.
The letters were written by Mary.
Surat-surat ini ditulis oleh Mary.
EN: Prepositional Phrase 'by hand': An idiomatic phrase meaning made or done by a person using their hands, rather than by a machine.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi 'by hand': Ungkapan yang bermaksud 'dengan tangan' atau 'dibuat dengan tangan', bukan dihasilkan dengan mesin.
This sweater was knitted by hand.
Baju sejuk ini dikait dengan tangan.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'made by hand' or 'handmade' often carries a connotation of high quality, care, and premium value, contrasting with mass-produced factory goods.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is collected' emphasizes the process of gathering honey.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Di sini, 'is collected' (dikutip) menekankan proses pengumpulan madu.
The mail is delivered every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar setiap petang.
EN: The preposition 'from' is used to indicate the source or origin of something. In this sentence, it shows that the busy bees are the source of the honey.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi 'from' digunakan untuk menunjukkan sumber atau asal usul sesuatu. Dalam ayat ini, ia menunjukkan bahawa lebah yang sibuk adalah sumber madu.
We get fresh milk from local farms.
Kami mendapat susu segar dari ladang tempatan.
EN: The phrase 'busy bee' is a common English idiom used to describe someone who is very active and hardworking. This sentence plays on that literal and figurative association, as bees are famously industrious creatures.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is grown' emphasizes the process of cultivating the food.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (be + past participle) digunakan apabila tumpuan diberikan kepada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Di sini, "is grown" (ditanam) menekankan proses penanaman makanan.
The grapes are harvested in autumn.
Anggur-anggur ini dituai pada musim luruh.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'with + noun' is used to describe the manner in which an action is performed, functioning as an adverbial modifier.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama "with + noun" digunakan untuk menerangkan cara sesuatu tindakan dilakukan, di sini berfungsi sebagai keterangan adverba, bermaksud "dengan cara..." atau "dengan...".
She painted the canvas with great passion.
Dia melukis kanvas ini dengan penuh semangat.
EN: The phrase 'with great care' reflects a cultural appreciation for craftsmanship, agriculture, and mindful consumption. In many cultures, food is not just fuel but a product of dedication and respect for nature.
EN: The adverb 'hard' is used here to modify the intransitive verb 'work'. In English, some adverbs have the same form as their corresponding adjectives (known as flat adverbs), and 'hard' is one of them. It means with great energy or effort.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata keterangan "hard" (dengan bersungguh-sungguh) digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan kata kerja tak transitif "work" (bekerja). Dalam bahasa Inggeris, sesetengah kata keterangan mempunyai bentuk yang sama dengan kata adjektif yang sepadan (dipanggil kata keterangan tanpa akhiran), dan "hard" ialah salah satu daripadanya, yang bermaksud mengeluarkan tenaga atau usaha yang besar.
She works hard to support her family.
Dia bekerja keras untuk menyara keluarganya.
EN: The preposition 'for' is used to indicate purpose, reason, or the recipient of an action. In this sentence, 'for our meals' shows the purpose or beneficiary of the farmers' hard work.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama "for" di sini digunakan untuk menyatakan tujuan, sebab, atau penerima manfaat sesuatu tindakan. Dalam ayat ini, "for our meals" (untuk makanan kami) menunjukkan tujuan atau penerima manfaat di sebalik kerja keras para petani.
We should thank them for their help.
Kita patut berterima kasih kepada mereka atas bantuan mereka.
EN: This sentence reflects a universal appreciation for agriculture and the labor involved in food production, emphasizing the connection between daily meals and the hard work of farmers.
EN: The Present Perfect Tense (have + past participle) is used here with 'ever' to ask about life experiences up to the present moment.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Kini Sempurna (have + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan di sini dengan 'ever' (pernah) untuk bertanya tentang pengalaman hidup seseorang sehingga masa kini.
Have you ever visited a chocolate factory?
Pernahkah anda melawat kilang coklat?
EN: An indirect question (noun clause) 'how our food is made' functions as the object of the verb 'wondered'. It uses statement word order (subject + verb) rather than question word order.
Bahasa Melayu: Soalan tidak langsung (klausa nama) 'how our food is made' berfungsi sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'wondered'. Ia menggunakan susunan kata penyata (subjek + kata kerja), bukan susunan kata tanya.
Do you know where they grow these apples?
Adakah anda tahu di mana mereka menanam epal ini?
EN: In modern society, there is a growing movement toward food traceability and understanding farm-to-table processes, making this question highly relevant to contemporary consumers.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or processes where the doer of the action is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. Here, 'is grown' focuses on the rice being cultivated.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menerangkan fakta, kebenaran umum atau proses, di mana pelaku tindakan biasanya jelas, tidak diketahui, atau tidak penting berbanding tindakan itu sendiri. Di sini, 'is grown' (ditanam) menekankan proses penanaman padi.
Tea is grown on the hillsides of Taiwan.
Daun teh ditanam di lereng bukit di Taiwan.
EN: The preposition 'across' is used to describe movement or distribution throughout a wide area or in many parts of a country, region, or continent.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi 'across' digunakan untuk menerangkan pergerakan atau taburan di seluruh kawasan yang luas seperti negara, wilayah atau benua (di seluruh, di merata-rata).
This traditional festival is celebrated across Asia.
Perayaan tradisional ini disambut di seluruh Asia.
EN: Wet-rice cultivation (paddy farming) in flooded fields is a signature agricultural landscape and a cornerstone of food security and culture across many Asian countries.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'are dried' and '[are] packed' are passive verbs describing what happens to 'the grains'.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (be + past participle) digunakan apabila tumpuan diberikan kepada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, "are dried" (dikeringkan) dan "[are] packed" (dibungkus) ialah kata kerja pasif yang digunakan untuk menerangkan proses yang dilalui oleh "bijirin".
The letters are sorted and then delivered to each office.
Surat-surat diasingkan, kemudian dihantar ke pejabat-pejabat masing-masing.
EN: Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two passive verbs share the same subject ('the grains') and auxiliary verb ('are'), the auxiliary verb can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition (e.g., 'and then [are] packed').
Bahasa Melayu: Pengguguran dalam klausa koordinat: Apabila dua kata kerja pasif berkongsi subjek yang sama (the grains) dan kata bantu yang sama (are), kata bantu dalam klausa kedua boleh digugurkan untuk mengelakkan pengulangan (contohnya: and then [are] packed).
The apples are washed and then sliced into small pieces.
Epal-epal dibasuh, kemudian dipotong menjadi kepingan kecil.
EN: Present Simple Passive Voice: Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'. It is used when the action itself or the receiver of the action is more important than the doer.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple): Dibentuk dengan 'am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga'. Apabila tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan lebih penting daripada pelaku, struktur ayat ini digunakan.
The mail is delivered every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar setiap petang.
EN: Prepositional Phrase of Manner ('by hand'): Used to describe how an action is performed, specifically indicating manual labor without the use of machinery.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa Sendi Cara ('by hand'): Digunakan untuk menerangkan bagaimana sesuatu tindakan dilakukan, khususnya kerja yang dilakukan dengan tangan dan bukannya dengan mesin.
These beautiful rugs were woven by hand.
Permaidani-permaidani cantik ini ditenun dengan tangan.
EN: In many traditional tea-producing regions across Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still harvested by hand rather than by machines. This labor-intensive process ensures that only the youngest and most tender leaves (usually the bud and the top two leaves) are selected, which is crucial for producing premium tea.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'are rolled and dried' shows what happens to the tea leaves.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga): Digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Di sini, 'are rolled and dried' (digulung dan dikeringkan) menunjukkan proses yang dilalui oleh daun teh.
The grapes are harvested and pressed to make wine.
Anggur dituai dan diperah untuk membuat wain.
EN: Infinitive of Purpose (to + verb): Used to express the reason or purpose for doing something, equivalent to 'in order to'.
Bahasa Melayu: Infinitif Tujuan (to + kata kerja): Digunakan untuk menyatakan sebab atau tujuan melakukan sesuatu, bersamaan dengan 'untuk...'.
She wakes up early to exercise before work.
Dia bangun awal untuk bersenam sebelum bekerja.
EN: The sentence describes the traditional orthodox method of tea processing, which involves rolling (to bruise the leaves and release flavorful juices) and drying (to stop oxidation). This highlights the craftsmanship involved in tea production, which is highly valued in many Asian cultures.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe regular actions, habits, or general truths when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than who performs it.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menerangkan tindakan yang berulang, tabiat atau fakta objektif. Apabila kita ingin meletakkan fokus pada tindakan itu sendiri atau objek yang menerima tindakan, bukan pelaku, kita menggunakan struktur ini.
Letters are delivered to the office every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar ke pejabat setiap petang.
EN: Adverbial phrases of time and place are often placed at the end of a sentence. When both are present, the adverbial of place ('in ovens') usually precedes the adverbial of time ('early each day').
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa adverba tempat dan masa biasanya diletakkan di bahagian akhir ayat. Apabila kedua-duanya hadir, biasanya frasa adverba tempat (in ovens) diletakkan dahulu, diikuti oleh frasa adverba masa (early each day).
The children play in the park after school.
Kanak-kanak bermain di taman selepas sekolah.
EN: In many Western cultures, bakeries operate very early in the morning so that fresh bread, a daily staple, is ready for customers at breakfast time. This routine is a classic symbol of local community life.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'is collected' and '(is) tested' are passive verbs sharing the same subject 'Milk'.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (be + past participle): Digunakan apabila tumpuan diberikan kepada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, "is collected" (dikumpul) dan "(is) tested" (diuji) ialah kata kerja pasif yang berkongsi subjek yang sama, iaitu "Milk" (susu).
The letters are delivered by the mail carrier every afternoon.
Surat-surat dihantar oleh posmen setiap petang.
EN: Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two clauses with the same subject and auxiliary verb are joined by a conjunction like 'and', the repeated subject and auxiliary verb ('is' in this case) can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition.
Bahasa Melayu: Pengguguran dalam klausa koordinat: Apabila dua klausa yang mempunyai subjek dan kata bantu (atau be) yang sama disambungkan oleh kata hubung koordinat (seperti 'and'), subjek dan kata bantu yang berulang dalam klausa kedua (dalam ayat ini, 'is') boleh digugurkan untuk mengelakkan kelewahan.
The food was prepared with care and served to the guests.
Makanan disediakan dengan teliti dan dihidangkan kepada tetamu.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are grown' and '[are] sold' are passive verbs describing what happens to 'many fruits'.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga): Digunakan apabila tumpuan utama ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, 'are grown' (ditanam) dan '[are] sold' (dijual) ialah kata kerja pasif yang menerangkan tindakan yang dialami oleh 'many fruits' (banyak buah-buahan).
These books are printed in Taiwan.
Buku-buku ini dicetak di Taiwan.
EN: Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two passive verbs share the same subject and auxiliary verb ('are'), the auxiliary verb can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition (e.g., 'are grown... and [are] sold').
Bahasa Melayu: Pengguguran dalam Klausa Koordinat: Apabila dua kata kerja pasif berkongsi subjek dan kata kerja bantu (are) yang sama, kata kerja bantu dalam klausa kedua boleh digugurkan untuk mengelakkan pengulangan (contoh: 'are grown... and [are] sold').
The letters were written and mailed yesterday.
Surat-surat itu ditulis dan dihantar semalam.
EN: In English-speaking countries, buying food 'locally' at 'farmers' markets' is highly valued as a sustainable, eco-friendly lifestyle choice that supports local farmers and ensures freshness.
EN: The passive voice is used to focus on the person or thing affected by the action. It is formed with 'be + past participle' (is produced). The agent (the doer of the action) is introduced with the preposition 'by'.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk pasif digunakan untuk memberi tumpuan kepada orang atau benda yang menerima tindakan. Strukturnya ialah 'be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga' (is produced). Pelaku tindakan (agent) diperkenalkan oleh kata sendi 'by'.
This beautiful song was written by a young musician.
Lagu yang indah ini dicipta oleh seorang pemuzik muda.
EN: The word 'hardworking' is a compound adjective formed by combining the adverb 'hard' and the present participle 'working'. It is used before a noun to describe someone who puts a lot of effort into their work.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'hardworking' ialah kata adjektif majmuk yang dibentuk dengan menggabungkan adverba 'hard' (dengan gigih) dan partisipel kini 'working' (bekerja). Ia biasanya digunakan sebelum kata nama untuk menerangkan seseorang yang bekerja dengan sangat tekun dan bersungguh-sungguh.
The hardworking students passed the exam with flying colors.
Pelajar-pelajar yang rajin itu lulus peperiksaan dengan keputusan yang cemerlang.
EN: This sentence reflects a growing global awareness and appreciation for the agricultural supply chain and the labor-intensive process of food production. In many cultures, there is an increasing emphasis on supporting local farmers and acknowledging the hard work of those who provide our daily meals.
EN: The sentence uses the Present Simple Passive Voice ('is grown') to describe a general fact or process where the agent (the person doing the action) is not the main focus. The structure is: Subject + am/is/are + Past Participle (V3).
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) ('is grown') untuk menerangkan fakta umum atau proses, di mana pelaku tindakan bukanlah fokus. Strukturnya: Subjek + am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga (V3).
How is tea processed after it is picked?
Bagaimanakah daun teh diproses selepas dipetik?
EN: This is an information question (Wh- question) in the passive voice. It begins with the question word 'How', followed by the auxiliary verb 'is', the subject 'rice', and the past participle 'grown'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini ialah soalan maklumat (soalan Wh-) dalam bentuk pasif. Ia bermula dengan kata tanya 'How' (bagaimana), diikuti oleh kata kerja bantu 'is', subjek 'rice' (padi) dan kata kerja bentuk ketiga 'grown' (ditanam).
Where is coffee grown?
Di manakah kopi ditanam?
EN: In English conversations, adding the listener's name (like 'Emma') at the end of a question is a common way to make the dialogue feel more personal, friendly, and direct.
EN: Passive Voice (Present Simple): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara Pasif (Present Simple): Digunakan apabila fokusnya adalah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Strukturnya ialah "am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga (p.p.)".
The tea leaves are picked by hand.
Daun teh dipetik dengan tangan.
EN: Agent with 'by': In passive sentences, the person or thing that performs the action (the agent) is introduced using the preposition 'by'.
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan 'by' untuk memperkenalkan pelaku tindakan: Dalam ayat pasif, orang atau benda yang melakukan tindakan (pelaku) diperkenalkan dengan kata sendi 'by'.
This book was written by a famous author.
Buku ini ditulis oleh seorang penulis terkenal.
EN: The mention of 'wet fields' (often called paddy fields) refers to the traditional method of growing rice in flooded areas, which is a staple agricultural practice across many Asian countries.
EN: Passive Voice in Questions (Past Simple): To ask a question in the passive voice about a past action, we use the structure 'Was/Were + subject + past participle'. This structure is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action (the bread), rather than who performed it.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif dalam Soalan (Past Simple): Untuk bertanya tentang tindakan pasif yang berlaku pada masa lalu, kita menggunakan struktur 'Was/Were + Subjek + kata kerja bentuk ketiga'. Struktur ini digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau objek yang menerima tindakan (roti), bukan pelaku.
Was this letter written yesterday?
Adakah surat ini ditulis semalam?
EN: Demonstrative Adjectives: 'This' is a demonstrative adjective used to point out a specific singular noun (bread) that is close to the speaker in terms of space or time.
Bahasa Melayu: Adjektif Penunjuk: 'This' (ini) ialah adjektif penunjuk yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan kata nama tunggal tertentu (roti) yang dekat dengan penutur dari segi ruang atau masa.
This coffee tastes delicious.
Kopi ini terasa sangat lazat.
EN: The past simple passive voice (was/were + past participle) is used to emphasize the action rather than the person who performed it. Here, 'was baked' focuses on the bread being baked.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk pasif (Past Simple) (was/were + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menekankan tindakan itu sendiri, bukan orang yang melakukannya. Di sini, 'was baked' (dibakar) meletakkan fokus pada proses pembuatan roti.
The letter was written yesterday.
Surat itu ditulis semalam.
EN: The word 'just' is used as an adverb here to mean 'very recently' or 'only a moment ago', emphasizing that the action happened very close to the present time.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adverba 'just' digunakan di sini untuk bermaksud 'baru sahaja' atau 'sangat baru-baru ini', untuk menekankan bahawa tindakan itu berlaku sangat hampir dengan masa kini.
She just finished her homework.
Dia baru sahaja menyiapkan kerja rumahnya.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, emphasizing that baked goods are 'fresh' or baked 'just this morning' is a strong selling point for local bakeries and cafes, highlighting quality and local craftsmanship.
EN: Present Simple Passive Voice (Interrogative): Used to ask about a regular action or general truth where the receiver of the action (tea) is more important than the doer. It is formed by placing the auxiliary verb 'be' (Is/Are) at the beginning, followed by the subject and the past participle of the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Soalan suara pasif masa kini mudah: Digunakan untuk bertanya tentang tindakan tetap atau fakta umum, apabila penerima tindakan (daun teh) lebih penting daripada pelaku. Strukturnya ialah meletakkan kata bantu "be" (Is/Are) di awal ayat, diikuti oleh subjek dan past participle kata kerja utama.
Are these grapes grown in France?
Adakah anggur-anggur ini ditanam di Perancis?
EN: The preposition 'by' to indicate agency: In passive sentences, 'by' is used to introduce the agent (the person, animal, or thing) that performs the action.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama "by" untuk menunjukkan pelaku: Dalam suara pasif, "by" digunakan untuk memperkenalkan entiti (orang, haiwan, atau benda) yang melakukan tindakan tersebut.
The cake was made by my mother.
Kek ini dibuat oleh ibu saya.
EN: In many traditional tea-producing regions in Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still hand-picked to ensure only the finest buds and leaves are selected, as machines can damage the delicate plants. Asking whether tea is picked by machines often relates to the discussion of tea quality and artisanal versus industrial production.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used here ('is picked') to focus on the action being done to the subject (the tea) rather than the person performing the action.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan di sini ('is picked') untuk menumpukan perhatian kepada tindakan yang diterima oleh subjek (teh), bukan kepada orang yang melakukan tindakan.
The grapes are harvested in autumn.
Anggur-anggur ini dituai pada musim luruh.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'by hand' is an adverbial phrase of manner, indicating that the action is performed manually rather than by machines.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama "by hand" (dengan tangan) berfungsi sebagai frasa keterangan cara atau tempat, menunjukkan bahawa tindakan itu dilakukan secara manual dan bukannya dengan mesin.
EN: In many traditional tea-producing regions, high-quality teas (especially top-grade green tea or oolong tea) are still harvested exclusively by hand. Hand-picking ensures that only the tenderest young leaves and buds (often 'one bud and two leaves') are selected, preventing damage that mechanical harvesters might cause.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'were grown' is the past simple passive, indicating that the action of growing the apples happened in the past.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Di sini, 'were grown' ialah bentuk pasif (Past Simple) yang menunjukkan tindakan menanam epal berlaku pada masa lalu.
These grapes were harvested last month.
Anggur ini dituai pada bulan lepas.
EN: The preposition 'on' is typically used with 'farm' to indicate location (on a farm), rather than 'in' or 'at'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi 'on' biasanya digunakan dengan 'farm' (ladang) untuk menunjukkan lokasi (di ladang), dan bukan 'in' atau 'at'.
My grandparents live on a dairy farm.
Datuk dan nenek saya tinggal di sebuah ladang tenusu.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong 'farm-to-table' movement and a preference for buying locally grown produce ('local farm') to support the community and ensure freshness.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is delivered' shows that the milk receives the action of delivery.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (be + kata kerja bentuk ketiga): Digunakan apabila fokus ialah pada tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Di sini, 'is delivered' menunjukkan susu ialah objek yang menerima tindakan 'dihantar'.
The mail is delivered at noon.
Mel dihantar pada waktu tengah hari.
EN: Object Complement (Adjective describing state): The adjective 'fresh' functions as a subject complement describing the state of the milk when it is delivered, rather than an adverb modifying the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Pelengkap Subjek (Adjektif yang menerangkan keadaan): Adjektif 'fresh' (segar) di sini berfungsi sebagai pelengkap subjek untuk menerangkan keadaan 'segar' susu semasa dihantar, dan bukannya menggunakan adverba untuk menerangkan kata kerja.
The fish was served hot.
Ikan ini dihidangkan dalam keadaan panas.
EN: In many Western countries, historically, milkmen delivered fresh milk in glass bottles directly to people's doorsteps every morning. While less common now due to supermarkets, local dairy delivery services still exist as a premium, eco-friendly option.
EN: The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to focus on the action or the receiver of the action rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are made' emphasizes the process of making the snacks, while the actual makers are either unknown or less important.
Bahasa Melayu: Bentuk Pasif (Present Simple) (am/is/are + kata kerja bentuk ketiga) digunakan untuk menekankan tindakan itu sendiri atau penerima tindakan, bukan pelaku. Dalam ayat ini, 'are made' (dibuat) menekankan proses pembuatan kuih, manakala orang yang sebenarnya membuatnya tidak diketahui atau tidak penting.
These books are printed in Taiwan.
Buku-buku ini dicetak di Taiwan.
EN: The preposition 'in' is used to indicate a position inside a defined three-dimensional space or building, such as 'small shops'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi 'in' digunakan untuk menunjukkan kedudukan di dalam ruang tiga dimensi atau bangunan tertentu, contohnya 'small shops' (kedai-kedai kecil).
We had lunch in a cozy restaurant.
Kami makan tengah hari di sebuah restoran yang selesa.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong appreciation for 'small shops' or local independent bakeries and confectioneries. Buying snacks made in small, local shops is often associated with higher quality, supporting the local economy, and traditional craftsmanship compared to mass-produced factory goods.
EN: The passive voice (be + past participle) is used here ('is produced') to focus on the receiver of the action (good food) rather than the agent who performs the action.
Bahasa Melayu: Suara pasif (be + past participle) digunakan di sini ("is produced") untuk menumpukan perhatian kepada penerima tindakan (makanan yang lazat), bukan kepada entiti yang melakukan tindakan.
This book was written by a famous author.
Buku ini ditulis oleh seorang penulis terkenal.
EN: The preposition 'with' is used to express the manner or attitude with which an action is performed, followed by abstract nouns ('love and care').
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama "with" di sini digunakan untuk menyatakan cara atau sikap semasa melakukan sesuatu tindakan, diikuti oleh kata nama abstrak ("kasih sayang dan perhatian").
She completed the difficult task with patience.
Dia menyelesaikan tugasan yang sukar itu dengan penuh kesabaran.
EN: The phrase 'made with love' or 'produced with love and care' is a common English expression used by home cooks, bakers, and artisanal food producers to emphasize the high quality, dedication, and personal touch put into preparing food, contrasting it with mass-produced industrial food.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Ditenggelami air, direndam air (merujuk kepada keadaan sawah padi yang diairi)
Dalam konteks: Dihasilkan, dibuat (merujuk kepada pengeluaran hasil pertanian atau makanan)
Dalam konteks: Dikumpul, dikutip (merujuk kepada pengumpulan madu atau pemerahan susu)
Dalam konteks: Di kawasan tempatan, di sekitar sini
Dalam konteks: Dihantar, dihantarkan, disampaikan
Dalam konteks: Tertanya-tanya, ingin tahu
Dalam konteks: Biji-bijian, butir-butir (seperti padi, gandum)
Dalam konteks: Diuli, digaul (dalam proses pembuatan teh, iaitu menguli daun teh)
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
Done by a person using their hands rather than by a machine.
Dengan tangan, menggunakan tangan (bukan mesin)
Agricultural fields, typically for rice cultivation, that are intentionally covered with water.
Sawah, sawah padi yang diairi
Doing something very carefully and with a lot of attention to detail.
Dengan sangat berhati-hati, dengan penuh teliti
Examined or analyzed to ensure that something is safe for consumption or use.
Menjalankan ujian keselamatan