EN: Using '-ing' at the beginning of a sentence turns an action into a subject (Gerund).
Bahasa Melayu: Menggunakan -ing di permulaan ayat menukarkan sesuatu tindakan menjadi subjek ayat (Gerund).
Learning English is fun.
Belajar bahasa Inggeris sangat menyeronokkan.
EN: In Western education systems, the application process is often seen as a journey of self-reflection, not just a test of grades.
EN: Use 'There are' to say that more than one thing exists. After the noun, you can add a small sentence (you need to follow) to describe it further.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "There are" untuk menunjukkan kewujudan lebih daripada satu perkara. Selepas kata nama, anda boleh menambah klausa pendek (you need to follow) untuk menerangkan kata nama itu dengan lebih lanjut.
There are some books you should read.
Terdapat beberapa buah buku yang patut anda baca.
EN: In academic or formal applications, following instructions exactly is highly valued in Western culture. Missing a 'step' can sometimes lead to rejection.
EN: Use 'will need' to talk about things that are necessary in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will need" untuk menceritakan perkara yang akan diperlukan pada masa hadapan.
You will need a passport for your trip.
Anda akan memerlukan pasport apabila melancong.
EN: In Western school applications, a 'personal statement' is your chance to show your personality beyond grades, while 'recommendation letters' provide an outside perspective on your character.
EN: Using 'also' to add extra information. It usually comes after the subject and before the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "also" untuk menambah maklumat ekstra. Ia biasanya diletakkan selepas subjek dan sebelum kata kerja utama.
I also like to play basketball.
Saya juga suka bermain bola keranjang.
EN: In the US education system, 'extracurricular activities' (like sports or clubs) are often just as important as grades (GPA) for university applications.
EN: Use 'do not' (or 'don't') before a verb to tell someone not to do something. This is called a negative imperative.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "do not" (atau don't) sebelum kata kerja untuk menyuruh seseorang supaya tidak melakukan sesuatu. Ini dipanggil ayat perintah larangan (negative imperative).
Do not run in the hallway.
Jangan berlari di lorong pejalan kaki.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'Don't worry' is a very common way to offer comfort or reassurance when someone is facing a challenge, like a school application.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about future events or promises.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan peristiwa atau janji pada masa hadapan.
This book will teach you how to cook.
Buku ini akan mengajar anda cara memasak.
EN: In academic and professional contexts, 'each step' implies a logical, sequential process that is common in Western application procedures.
EN: Use 'Let us' (or 'Let's') followed by a base verb to suggest an activity or to guide the listener to a new topic.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Let us" (atau Let's) yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk mencadangkan sesuatu aktiviti atau membawa pendengar ke topik yang baharu.
Let us look at the map.
Mari kita lihat peta ini.
EN: In Western academic applications, a 'personal statement' is a crucial essay where students express their unique personality and motivations, not just their grades.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject with a description or definition.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal dengan perihalan atau takrifannya.
A library is a quiet place for reading.
Perpustakaan ialah tempat yang tenang dan sesuai untuk membaca.
EN: In Western education, a personal statement is a crucial part of school applications where students showcase their personality beyond grades.
EN: Use 'about' to introduce the topic or subject you are writing or speaking about.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'about' untuk memperkenalkan topik atau subjek yang sedang anda tulis atau bicarakan (mengenai...).
I talk about my family.
Saya bercakap tentang keluarga saya.
EN: In English-speaking academic culture, sharing personal 'experiences' often means reflecting on what you learned from them, not just listing events.
EN: The word 'why' is used here to connect a reason to the main action. It introduces a clause that explains what the schools want to know.
Bahasa Melayu: Di sini, kata "why" digunakan untuk menghubungkan sebab dengan tindakan utama. Ia memperkenalkan klausa untuk menjelaskan perkara yang ingin diketahui oleh pihak sekolah.
I want to know why you are late.
Saya ingin tahu mengapa anda lewat.
EN: In Western education systems, schools value 'holistic review,' meaning they look at the person behind the grades. This sentence reflects the importance of self-presentation in applications.
EN: Use 'want to' followed by a base verb to talk about desires or goals.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "want to" yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan keinginan atau matlamat.
I want to learn English.
Saya ingin belajar bahasa Inggeris.
EN: In Western school applications, 'plans for the future' often refers to how you intend to use your education to contribute to society or your career field.
EN: Imperative sentences (commands or suggestions) start with a verb and do not need a subject like 'you'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat perintah (arahan atau cadangan) bermula dengan kata kerja dan tidak memerlukan subjek seperti 'you'.
Speak slowly and listen to others.
Bercakaplah dengan lebih perlahan dan dengarkan orang lain.
EN: In Western school applications, 'being yourself' and showing authenticity is often more valued than just listing high grades. Admissions officers want to see your unique personality.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are necessary or will happen in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will" yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan perkara yang perlu dilakukan atau bakal berlaku pada masa hadapan.
You will need a passport for the trip.
Anda akan memerlukan pasport untuk perjalanan ini.
EN: In Western academic culture, recommendation letters are crucial. They provide a third-party perspective on a student's character and potential, which is often as important as grades.
EN: Use 'comes from' to describe the origin or source of something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "comes from" untuk menceritakan asal usul atau sumber sesuatu perkara.
This gift comes from my best friend.
Hadiah ini datang daripada kawan baik saya.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, recommendation letters are crucial. They provide a third-party perspective on your character and work ethic, which is often as important as your grades.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that happen in the future or to make a prediction.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will" yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan perkara yang akan berlaku pada masa hadapan atau untuk membuat ramalan.
He will call you tomorrow.
Dia akan menelefon anda esok.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, recommendation letters are crucial. They rely on the 'character' and 'skills' of the applicant as seen by others, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships with mentors.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are expected to happen in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan perkara yang dijangka akan berlaku pada masa hadapan.
He will help you with your homework.
Dia akan membantu anda menyiapkan kerja sekolah.
EN: In Western school applications, 'character' refers to your personality, honesty, and how you treat others. It is often considered as important as your academic grades.
EN: Using 'It is + adjective + to (verb)' is a common way to give advice or express an opinion about an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan "It is + adjective + to (verb)" ialah cara biasa untuk memberikan nasihat atau menyatakan pandangan tentang sesuatu tindakan.
It is important to sleep early.
It is penting to tidur awal.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, a recommendation letter is most effective when the writer can provide specific anecdotes about your character, which is why asking someone who knows you 'well' is crucial.
EN: Use 'so' to connect two parts of a sentence to show a purpose or a result. It explains why you should do the first action.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "so" untuk menghubungkan dua bahagian ayat bagi menunjukkan tujuan atau keputusan. Ia menjelaskan sebab anda patut melakukan tindakan yang pertama.
Study hard, so you can pass the test.
Belajarlah bersungguh-sungguh supaya anda boleh lulus peperiksaan.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, asking for recommendation letters at least 3-4 weeks in advance is considered polite and respectful of the writer's time.
EN: Use 'be + adjective + for' to describe how something affects or relates to a specific thing or person.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "be + adjective + for" untuk menerangkan bagaimana sesuatu perkara memberi kesan atau berkaitan dengan subjek atau perkara tertentu.
Water is very important for your health.
Air sangat penting untuk kesihatan anda.
EN: GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standard way to measure academic achievement in the US and many other countries. It usually ranges from 0.0 to 4.0.
EN: Use the verb 'means' to define a word or explain what something represents. When the subject is singular (like GPA), add an 's' to the verb 'mean'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan kata kerja "means" untuk mentakrifkan sesuatu perkataan atau menjelaskan maksud sesuatu perkara. Apabila subjeknya tunggal (seperti GPA), tambahkan s pada kata kerja mean.
This sign means you must stop.
Tanda ini bermaksud anda mesti berhenti.
EN: GPA stands for 'Grade Point Average'. In many English-speaking countries, it is a numerical way to measure a student's academic performance, usually on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0.
EN: Use '-er' at the end of short adjectives followed by 'than' to compare two things.
Bahasa Melayu: Tambahkan "-er" pada hujung kata sifat pendek dan ikuti dengan "than" untuk membandingkan dua perkara.
This book is thicker than that one.
Buku ini lebih tebal daripada buku itu.
EN: GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standard way to measure academic achievement in the US, typically on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0.
EN: The phrasal verb 'look at' means to examine or consider something when making a decision.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa "look at" di sini bermaksud "mempertimbangkan" atau "meneliti", iaitu merujuk kepada tindakan menyemak maklumat tertentu semasa membuat keputusan.
The teacher will look at your homework tomorrow.
Cikgu akan menyemak kerja sekolah anda esok.
EN: In many Western education systems, especially in the US, 'extracurricular activities' (like sports, clubs, or volunteering) are just as important as grades for university applications.
EN: The sentence uses a hidden 'that' or 'which' to connect 'things' with the description 'you did'. This is used to describe a noun in more detail.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini membuang 'that' atau 'which' selepas kata 'things' untuk menghubungkannya dengan perihalan 'you did'. Ini digunakan untuk memberikan perihalan yang lebih terperinci tentang sesuatu kata nama.
This is the book I read.
Inilah buku yang telah saya baca.
EN: In Western education, 'extracurricular activities' (things done outside of class) are often just as important as grades for school applications, as they show a student's personality and leadership.
EN: Use 'For example' at the beginning of a sentence to introduce specific items that belong to a larger group or category.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "For example" pada permulaan ayat untuk memperkenalkan contoh khusus yang tergolong dalam kategori atau kumpulan yang lebih besar.
For example, apples and bananas are healthy fruits.
Sebagai contoh, epal dan pisang ialah buah-buahan yang sihat.
EN: In Western education, 'extracurricular activities' are highly valued. Schools look for well-rounded students who do more than just study, as it shows leadership, teamwork, and time management skills.
EN: Use 'who' to give more information about a person or a group of people. It acts like a bridge connecting the person to a description.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "who" untuk memberikan maklumat lanjut tentang seseorang atau sekumpulan orang. Ia bertindak seperti jambatan yang menghubungkan orang tersebut dengan perihalannya.
I have a friend who lives in London.
Saya mempunyai seorang rakan yang tinggal di London.
EN: In many Western educational systems, schools value 'well-rounded' students. This means they don't just look at grades (GPA), but also at what you do for fun or to help the community.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are going to happen in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will" yang diikuti dengan kata kerja kata dasar untuk menceritakan perkara yang bakal berlaku pada masa hadapan.
The teacher will call you tomorrow.
Cikgu akan menelefon anda esok.
EN: In many Western educational systems, the interview is a chance for the school to see your personality beyond your grades. It is often considered a two-way conversation where you can also ask questions.
EN: Use 'will' to talk about things that happen in the future or things that are planned to happen.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will" untuk menceritakan perkara yang bakal berlaku pada masa hadapan atau tindakan yang telah dirancang.
The teacher will help you after class.
Cikgu akan membantu anda selepas kelas.
EN: In Western school interviews, 'questions about yourself' are meant to see your personality and confidence, not just your grades. It is common to share personal stories.
EN: Use 'may' before a verb to talk about something that is possible but not certain.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'may' sebelum kata kerja untuk menceritakan sesuatu yang mungkin berlaku tetapi belum pasti.
It may rain later today.
Hari mungkin akan hujan lewat sedikit nanti.
EN: In Western school interviews, 'activities' refers to hobbies, sports, or clubs that show you are a well-rounded person, not just a student who studies.
EN: This sentence is an 'Imperative Sentence.' It starts with a verb to give an instruction or advice. There is no 'you' at the beginning because it is understood.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini ialah "Ayat Perintah" (Imperative Sentence). Ia bermula dengan kata kerja untuk memberikan arahan atau cadangan. Subjek "anda (you)" dihilangkan di permulaan ayat kerana penerimanya sudah jelas.
Read the book before the class.
Sila baca buku ini sebelum masuk kelas.
EN: In many Western cultures, preparation for an interview is seen as a sign of respect and seriousness. Practicing common questions helps show confidence.
EN: This sentence uses the 'Imperative' form. It starts with a verb to give advice or instructions. You don't need to say 'You'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan bentuk "Ayat Perintah" (Imperative). Ia bermula dengan kata kerja untuk memberikan nasihat atau arahan. Dalam pola ayat ini, anda tidak perlu menyebut subjek 'You' (anda).
Eat slowly and drink water.
Makan secara perlahan-lahan dan minum air.
EN: In Western interview culture, smiling and speaking at a moderate pace are seen as signs of confidence and friendliness. It helps build a positive connection with the interviewer.
EN: This sentence uses the 'Imperative Mood' starting with the verb 'Be'. It is used to give advice, instructions, or commands. When using an adjective (like polite or confident) as a command, we must use 'Be' at the beginning.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan "Ayat Perintah" (Imperative Mood) yang bermula dengan kata kerja "Be". Ia digunakan untuk memberikan nasihat, arahan, atau perintah. Apabila anda mahu meminta seseorang menunjukkan sikap atau keadaan tertentu menggunakan kata sifat (seperti sopan atau yakin), anda mesti bermula dengan "Be".
Be quiet in the library.
Sila kekal senyap di dalam perpustakaan.
EN: In Western school interviews, 'confidence' is highly valued. It is not seen as bragging, but as a sign that you believe in your own abilities. Combining it with 'politeness' ensures you remain respectful.
EN: Use 'If' to talk about a possible action and its result in the future. We use the present tense after 'if' and 'will' for the result.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "If" untuk menceritakan tindakan yang mungkin berlaku serta hasilnya pada masa hadapan. Gunakan kata kerja bentuk kini (present tense) selepas if, dan gunakan will pada bahagian hasil.
If you study hard, you will pass the test.
Jika anda belajar bersungguh-sungguh, anda akan lulus peperiksaan.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, preparation is highly valued as a sign of respect and seriousness. Being 'relaxed' in an interview is seen as a positive trait because it shows confidence.
EN: Use 'Good luck with + [something]' to wish someone success in a specific task or event.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Good luck with + [sesuatu]" untuk mengucapkan kejayaan kepada seseorang dalam tugas atau peristiwa tertentu.
Good luck with your exam tomorrow!
Semoga berjaya dengan peperiksaan anda esok!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, wishing someone 'good luck' is a very common way to show support and kindness before a challenge, like a test or an interview.
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 (personal statement); esei pendek tentang diri anda yang ditulis semasa memohon kemasukan ke sekolah atau universiti
Dalam konteks: surat sokongan (recommendation letter); surat yang ditulis oleh orang lain untuk menyokong dan mengesyorkan pemohon
Dalam konteks: kokurikulum (extracurricular); merujuk kepada aktiviti di luar kurikulum atau subjek akademik sekolah
Dalam konteks: pengalaman; perkara atau peristiwa yang pernah dilalui
Dalam konteks: perwatakan, sahsiah, atau keperibadian
Dalam konteks: sukarelawan atau kerja kesukarelaan
Dalam konteks: temuduga; perbualan rasmi untuk menilai kelayakan pemohon
Dalam konteks: yakin; mempunyai kepercayaan pada diri sendiri
Dalam konteks: bersiap sedia / menyediakan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To make a formal request to an institution, such as a school or company.
Memohon kepada...
To examine or consider something carefully.
Mempertimbangkan, meneliti
An expression used to wish someone success in a specific endeavor.
Semoga berjaya dengan...
A formal essay written by an applicant to describe their achievements, goals, and reasons for applying to a school.
Kenyataan Peribadi / Esei Permohonan
Grade Point Average; a number that represents the average value of the accumulated final grades earned in courses.
Purata Nilai Gred (GPA)
Activities pursued in addition to the normal course of study, such as sports, clubs, or volunteering.
Aktiviti Kokurikulum
The mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual, often used to judge their integrity.
Perwatakan / Sifat Peribadi