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EN: This is a common elliptical greeting where the subject and verb (e.g., 'I wish you a...') are omitted for brevity. 'Good' acts as an adjective modifying the noun 'morning'.
Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.
EN: The word 'everyone' is an indefinite pronoun used to address all people in a group. In formal English, it is treated as a singular noun for verb agreement.
Everyone is ready for the presentation.
EN: In academic or professional settings, 'Good morning, everyone' is the standard way to begin a presentation. It is more formal than 'Hi guys' but more inclusive and warmer than just 'Good morning'.
EN: The preposition 'on' is used here to indicate the specific subject or topic of a lecture, book, or discussion, meaning 'about' but more formal.
She gave a presentation on climate change.
EN: The gerund 'understanding' (verb + -ing) acts as a noun following the preposition 'on', representing the action or process of comprehending.
The course focuses on improving writing skills.
EN: In Western academic settings, lectures often begin with a clear statement of the topic to help students orient their focus immediately. Using 'Welcome' establishes a professional yet inclusive atmosphere.
EN: The sentence uses 'how' to introduce a noun clause (interrogative clause) acting as the direct object of the verb 'explore'. It follows the structure: Verb + how + subject + verb.
The teacher explained how students can improve their writing skills.
EN: The future simple tense 'will explore' is used here to outline the agenda or planned actions of a presentation or lecture.
In the next chapter, we will examine the causes of the industrial revolution.
EN: In academic settings, 'session' often refers to a specific class period or a segment of a conference. Using 'we' (the inclusive we) is a common rhetorical strategy to make the audience feel involved in the learning process.
EN: Future Perfect Tense (will have + past participle): This tense is used to describe an action that will be completed by a specific point in the future. It emphasizes the completion of the task before a deadline.
By next month, she will have finished her thesis.
EN: Prepositional Phrase as Time Adverbial: The phrase 'By the end of...' sets a temporal boundary, indicating that the result will be achieved no later than that moment.
By the end of the day, we will have processed all the applications.
EN: In academic settings, speakers often use the future perfect tense to set clear expectations and learning outcomes, which helps students understand the value of the lecture.
EN: The verb 'encourage' follows the pattern 'encourage someone to do something', where 'to do' is an object complement in the form of an infinitive.
The teacher encouraged the students to ask more questions.
EN: The word 'as' is used here as a subordinating conjunction meaning 'because' or 'since', providing a reason for the main clause.
We should leave now, as it is getting dark.
EN: In Western academic culture, professors often give explicit hints about what will be on the exam. Taking 'detailed notes' is considered a fundamental responsibility of a proactive student.
EN: The phrase 'Let us' (often contracted to 'Let's') is used to make a suggestion or to invite others to join in an action. In formal academic contexts, 'Let us' is preferred over the contraction.
Let us examine the data more closely.
EN: The preposition 'with' is used here to indicate the starting point or the instrument of the action 'begin'. It specifies what will be handled first.
The concert will begin with a piano solo.
EN: In Western academic culture, lectures often follow a structured path. Phrases like 'Let us begin with...' are standard signposting language used by professors to guide students through the logical flow of the presentation.
EN: The phrase 'refers to' is a phrasal verb used to define or identify something. It is commonly used in academic contexts to provide formal definitions.
The term 'biodiversity' refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat.
EN: The word 'that' introduces a relative clause (adjective clause) that modifies the noun 'approach'. In this case, 'that' functions as the object of the verbs 'collect' and 'analyse'.
This is the software that our company uses to manage projects.
EN: In academic English, 'methodology' is often used instead of 'method' to refer to the theoretical analysis of the methods applied to a field of study, though in common speech they are sometimes used interchangeably.
EN: Non-defining relative clauses (using 'which') provide extra information about a noun without being essential to the sentence's identity. They are separated by commas.
My car, which I bought last year, is already breaking down.
EN: Parallel structure involves using the same grammatical form for multiple items in a list or comparison to create balance and clarity.
She likes hiking in the mountains and swimming in the ocean.
EN: In academic English, 'quantitative' and 'qualitative' are the two primary pillars of research. Understanding the distinction is fundamental for any university-level study in both sciences and social sciences.
EN: Gerund as Subject: A gerund (verb + -ing) functions as a noun and can serve as the subject of a sentence. It is treated as a singular noun.
Learning a new language requires constant practice.
EN: Subordinating Conjunction 'because': This conjunction introduces a dependent clause that provides a reason or cause for the main clause.
The experiment failed because the temperature was too high.
EN: In academic English, precision is valued. Words like 'appropriate', 'crucial', and 'reliability' are standard vocabulary used to maintain a formal and objective tone in research discussions.
EN: Perfect Participle Phrase: The structure 'Having + past participle' is used to indicate that one action was completed before another action in the main clause began. It functions as an adverbial phrase of time or reason.
Having finished the report, she turned off her computer.
EN: Proceed to + Verb: This phrasal verb means to move forward or begin a specific course of action after completing a previous step.
After the introduction, the speaker proceeded to explain the data.
EN: In academic English, using perfect participles (Having + V-ed) is a common way to demonstrate logical progression and formal tone. It is more prevalent in written research papers and formal lectures than in casual conversation.
EN: The causative verb 'let' is followed by an object and the base form of a verb (bare infinitive) without 'to'. It is used to express permission or a suggestion.
Let us examine the data more closely.
EN: The phrase 'conducted at our university' is a reduced relative clause (past participle phrase) modifying 'study'. It is short for 'which was conducted at our university'.
The experiment conducted last year was successful.
EN: In academic settings, speakers often use 'our university' to create a sense of community and shared pride when presenting internal research.
EN: The Past Simple tense is used here ('examined') because it refers to a specific research action that was completed in the past.
The scientist analyzed the data from the previous experiment.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'between A and B' is used to show a connection or comparison between two distinct elements.
There is a strong link between exercise and mental health.
EN: In Western academic contexts, 'undergraduate students' specifically refers to those pursuing their first degree (Bachelor's), distinguishing them from 'graduate students' (Master's or PhD).
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used here because the focus is on the participants being studied rather than the researchers who conducted the survey.
The results were published in a scientific journal.
EN: Participle Phrase as a Modifier: The phrase 'using standardised questionnaires' acts as an adverbial modifier, explaining the method or means by which the action was performed.
She completed the marathon using a special breathing technique.
EN: In academic contexts, 'autumn semester' is commonly used in British English, while American English often uses 'fall semester'. 'Standardised questionnaires' are a hallmark of quantitative research to ensure consistency across large groups.
EN: Relative Clause (Adjective Clause): The phrase 'who had consistently slept fewer than six hours' acts as an adjective to modify the noun 'students'. It specifies which group of students is being discussed.
The employees who arrived late missed the important announcement.
EN: Past Perfect Tense: 'had slept' is used to indicate an action that happened and was completed before another action in the past (the 'revealing' of the data and the 'performance' on exams).
She had already finished her report before the meeting started.
EN: In academic English, using precise adverbs like 'significantly' and 'consistently' is essential for maintaining objectivity and scientific rigor. It indicates that the results are not random but follow a clear pattern.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used here to focus on the 'findings' rather than the researchers. 'Were confirmed' indicates that the action was performed on the subject.
The new policy was approved by the board of directors last night.
EN: Present Participle Phrase: 'working independently' is a reduced relative clause (who were working independently) that functions as an adjective modifying 'team of researchers'.
The students sitting in the back row are from the engineering department.
EN: In academic culture, 'independent confirmation' or 'replication' is a cornerstone of the scientific method. It validates that research findings are not accidental or biased, but represent a consistent reality.
EN: Wh-questions with 'be' verb: In questions starting with 'What', the subject and the 'be' verb are inverted. Here, 'the implications of such research' is the complex subject.
What are the benefits of this new policy for employees?
EN: The use of 'yourselves' as an intensive pronoun: It is used here after 'like' to emphasize the specific group being addressed (the students) in a formal or semi-formal context.
We need feedback from experts like yourselves.
EN: In academic lectures, professors often use 'yourselves' or 'like yourselves' to bridge the gap between theoretical research and the students' personal lives, making the content more relevant and engaging.
EN: The 'as + adjective + as' structure is used for making comparisons of equality, indicating that two things are the same in some way.
This new laptop is as fast as the one I bought last year.
EN: The verb 'suggest' is followed by a 'that' clause (noun clause) which functions as the direct object of the sentence, presenting a finding or opinion.
The evidence suggests that regular exercise improves mental health.
EN: In Western academic culture, 'time management' is often emphasized as a critical soft skill for success, shifting the focus from mere hard work (hours spent) to efficiency and balance.
EN: Gerund as Object: The verb 'consider' is followed by a gerund (verb-ing) when it means to think about or deliberate on an action.
The committee is considering launching a new marketing campaign.
EN: Relative Clause: The word 'that' introduces a restrictive relative clause that provides essential information about the preceding noun 'programmes'.
We need to find solutions that address the root cause of the problem.
EN: In Western academic settings, 'wellness' has become a significant focus as universities recognize the impact of mental and physical health on student success. This reflects a holistic approach to education.
EN: The verb 'extend' is used here as an intransitive verb followed by the preposition 'beyond' to indicate reaching a point or level that exceeds a certain limit.
The impact of the new policy extends beyond the local community.
EN: The phrase 'from A to B' (implied by 'beyond... to') is used to show a range or transition. Here, 'to' marks the further destination or scope of the implications.
The responsibility falls not only on parents but also to the teachers.
EN: In academic English, 'implications' refers to the logical consequences or the 'so what?' of research findings. It is a standard way to transition from data to real-world application or policy recommendations.
EN: The Past Perfect Tense (had + past participle) is used to describe an action that was completed before another point in the past. Here, 'had previously ignored' indicates the state of the policies before the current reconsideration began.
The company changed the strategy that had previously failed to attract customers.
EN: The Present Continuous Passive (am/is/are + being + past participle) describes an action that is currently happening to the subject. It emphasizes the ongoing process of the action.
The old building is being renovated to become a community center.
EN: The phrase 'growing body of evidence' is a common academic collocation used to describe a collection of research findings that consistently point to the same conclusion over time.
EN: The phrase 'would like to' is a polite and formal way to express desire or intention, often used in academic or professional settings instead of 'want to'.
I would like to introduce our guest speaker for this evening.
EN: The infinitive phrase 'To conclude' functions as a sentence adverbial, used to signal the final part of a speech or essay.
To conclude, we must take immediate action to protect the environment.
EN: In Western academic culture, it is standard practice to explicitly signal the conclusion of a presentation. This helps the audience refocus and prepare for the final summary or a Q&A session.
EN: Gerund as Subject: A gerund (verb + -ing) functions as a noun and can serve as the subject of a sentence, representing an action or concept.
Mastering a new language requires consistent practice.
EN: Reduced Relative Clause: The phrase 'you encounter' is a relative clause modifying 'academic paper'. The relative pronoun 'that' or 'which' is omitted because it serves as the object of the clause.
The book I read yesterday was very inspiring.
EN: In Western academic culture, 'critical evaluation' does not mean 'finding fault'. Instead, it refers to the objective analysis and balanced judgment of a study's strengths and weaknesses.
EN: Gerund as Subject: The word 'Analysing' is a gerund (verb + -ing acting as a noun). When a gerund is the subject of a sentence, the verb must be in the singular form (requires).
Reading books improves your vocabulary.
EN: Passive Voice in Noun Clauses: The phrase 'how the data was collected and interpreted' is a noun clause acting as the object of the preposition 'to'. It uses the passive voice (be + past participle) to focus on the action rather than the person performing it.
I don't know how this machine is operated.
EN: In academic English, precision and objectivity are highly valued. Using the passive voice (e.g., 'was collected') is a standard way to maintain an objective tone by focusing on the research process rather than the individual researcher.
EN: Gerund as Subject: A gerund (verb + -ing) functions as a noun and can serve as the subject of a sentence. In this case, 'considering' is the head of the subject phrase, which is treated as singular.
Reading books regularly improves your vocabulary.
EN: Causative Verb 'Help': The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then either a bare infinitive (verb without 'to') or a full infinitive (with 'to'). Both 'help you connect' and 'help you to connect' are grammatically correct.
This map will help you find the museum.
EN: In academic English, 'implications' refers to the potential consequences or effects of research findings, moving beyond just what the data says to what it means for the future or for practice.
EN: Future Perfect Tense (will have + past participle): This tense is used to describe an action that will be completed by a specific point in the future. It emphasizes the completion of the task before a deadline.
By the time you arrive, I will have finished the report.
EN: Prepositional Phrase with 'By': In the context of time, 'by' means 'not later than' or 'at or before'. It is frequently used with the future perfect to set a deadline.
Please submit your assignment by Friday.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use the future perfect tense to clearly outline expectations for self-study. It reflects a formal and structured approach to learning where students are expected to take initiative before the next meeting.
EN: The phrasal verb 'look forward to' is used to express excitement about a future event. Crucially, the 'to' is a preposition, meaning it must be followed by a noun or a gerund (verb+ing), not a base verb.
I look forward to meeting you next week.
EN: The conjunction 'and' is used here to connect two independent clauses, creating a compound sentence. It shows a logical progression from expressing gratitude to looking toward the future.
She finished her presentation, and the audience clapped.
EN: In academic and professional settings, 'Thank you for your attention' is the most common and polite way to signal the end of a presentation. It acknowledges the audience's time and effort in listening.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
considering something or because of something.
Memandangkan, mengambil kira.
a large amount of information that helps to prove something.
Sejumlah besar bukti, kumpulan bukti.
to feel pleased and excited about something that is going to happen.
Menantikan, berharap.
the ability to use one's time effectively or productively.
Pengurusan masa.
The results or conclusions reached after a systematic investigation or research study.
Dapatan kajian, penemuan
In a way that is statistically important and unlikely to have occurred by chance.
Secara signifikan (bererti dari segi statistik)
A formal piece of writing that describes a study or research, usually published in a journal.
Kertas akademik
The degree to which a research method or tool produces consistent and stable results.
Kebolehpercayaan, keandalan