EN: Use 'Hello' followed by a title and a name to greet someone politely in a formal setting.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam situasi formal, gunakan "Hello" diikuti dengan gelaran dan nama keluarga untuk menyapa seseorang secara sopan.
Hello, Mr. Smith.
Helo, Encik Smith.
EN: In academic settings, it is common and respectful to address instructors by their title (Professor/Prof.) and their last name.
EN: Use 'Please' at the beginning of a sentence to make a command or request polite.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Please" di permulaan ayat untuk menjadikan arahan atau permintaan lebih sopan.
Please open the door.
Sila buka pintu.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common for a person in authority (like a professor) to invite a guest to sit down as a sign of hospitality.
EN: Use 'very much' after 'Thank you' to show more gratitude. It acts as an intensifier for the verb 'thank'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "very much" selepas "Thank you" untuk menunjukkan rasa terima kasih yang lebih mendalam. Ia berfungsi sebagai penegas untuk kata kerja "thank".
Thank you very much for the gift.
Terima kasih banyak-banyak atas hadiah anda.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'Thank you very much' is common in both formal and informal settings to show sincere appreciation, especially when someone has been helpful in a professional context.
EN: Use 'How can I...' to politely offer help or ask for instructions on how to do something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "How can I..." untuk menawarkan bantuan secara sopan, atau untuk bertanyakan arahan tentang cara melakukan sesuatu.
How can I open this box?
Bagaimanakah cara untuk saya membuka kotak ini?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, this is a standard polite way for teachers, receptionists, or service staff to greet someone and initiate assistance.
EN: Use 'have a question about' to ask for more information or help regarding a specific topic.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "have a question about" untuk meminta maklumat lanjut atau bantuan berkenaan topik tertentu.
I have a question about the homework.
Saya ada soalan tentang kerja sekolah.
EN: In academic settings, it is common and encouraged for students to ask clarifying questions about assignments to ensure they meet expectations.
EN: Use 'Which' followed by a noun to ask someone to choose between specific things.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Which" diikuti dengan kata nama untuk meminta seseorang membuat pilihan antara beberapa benda tertentu.
Which book is it?
Buku yang manakah?
EN: In academic settings, using 'Which' shows that the professor knows there are multiple assignments and wants to be specific to help the student better.
EN: Use 'It is' (or the contraction 'It's') to identify or describe a specific thing mentioned before.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "It is" (atau bentuk singkatan "It's") untuk mengenal pasti atau menerangkan sesuatu yang spesifik yang telah disebutkan sebelum ini.
It is the blue pen.
Ia ialah pen biru itu.
EN: In academic settings, 'assignment' is a general term for any task given by a teacher. Using 'the' indicates that both the student and teacher already know which specific task is being discussed.
EN: Use 'What is...' to ask for information about a specific thing or idea.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "What is..." untuk meminta maklumat tentang sesuatu perkara atau idea yang spesifik.
What is your name?
Siapakah nama anda?
EN: In a classroom or office setting, 'What is your question?' is a direct and polite way for a teacher or supervisor to invite a student to speak.
EN: Use 'I need' followed by a noun to express a requirement or a problem you want to solve.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "I need" diikuti dengan kata nama untuk menyatakan keperluan atau masalah yang ingin anda selesaikan.
I need a pen.
Saya memerlukan sebatang pen.
EN: In academic settings, asking for 'clarification' is a very common and polite way to tell a professor you don't fully understand something.
EN: Use 'is about' to describe the subject or content of something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "is about" untuk menerangkan subjek atau kandungan sesuatu perkara.
The book is about animals.
Buku ini adalah tentang haiwan.
EN: The phrase 'I see' is a common idiom used to show that you understand what someone has just explained. It does not mean you are looking at something with your eyes.
Bahasa Melayu: Ungkapan "I see" ialah simpulan bahasa biasa yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa anda memahami penjelasan seseorang. Ini tidak bermaksud "melihat" sesuatu dengan mata, tetapi bermaksud "faham".
A: The meeting is at 2 PM. B: Oh, I see.
A: Mesyuarat adalah pada pukul dua petang. B: Oh, saya faham.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, acknowledging information with 'I see' or 'Okay' is important to show you are actively listening. Following it with 'Thank you' is a polite way to end a brief clarification.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense (Subject + Verb) to give instructions or state facts about a task.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan Present Simple tense (Subjek + Kata Kerja) untuk memberikan arahan atau menyatakan fakta tentang sesuatu tugasan.
You read the book.
Anda membaca buku ini.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use direct statements like 'You write...' to clarify assignment expectations clearly.
EN: Use 'also' after the subject and before the main verb to add information that is similar to what was previously mentioned.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "also" selepas subjek dan sebelum kata kerja utama untuk menambah maklumat yang serupa dengan apa yang telah disebutkan sebelumnya.
I also like coffee.
Saya juga suka kopi.
EN: In academic settings, asking for an 'extension' means requesting more time to finish an assignment. It is common to provide a reason when making this request.
EN: Use 'When is...' to ask about the time or date of a specific event.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "When is..." untuk bertanyakan masa atau tarikh sesuatu acara tertentu.
When is the party?
Bilakah parti itu?
EN: In academic and professional settings, asking for the 'deadline' is a common and direct way to manage expectations and schedules.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (the deadline) with its description or time (Friday).
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal (the deadline) dengan penerangannya atau masa (Friday).
The meeting is Monday.
Mesyuarat itu pada hari Isnin.
EN: In academic and business settings, deadlines are usually strict. If you need more time, it is polite to ask for an 'extension' as Hana did in the context.
EN: Use 'Why do you' to ask for a reason. Follow it with a base verb like 'need', 'want', or 'like'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "Why do you" untuk bertanyakan sebab. Ikuti dengan kata kerja dasar seperti "need" (memerlukan), "want" (mahukan), atau "like" (suka).
Why do you like coffee?
Mengapakah anda suka kopi?
EN: In Western academic culture, it is common and acceptable for students to ask for extensions if they have a valid reason, but they must explain 'why' clearly to the professor.
EN: Use 'am/is/are' + 'busy' to describe someone's current state or schedule.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "am/is/are" + "busy" untuk menerangkan keadaan atau jadual semasa seseorang.
He is busy today.
Dia sangat sibuk hari ini.
EN: In academic or professional settings, 'I am busy' is a common and polite way to explain why you might need an extension or extra help, as long as it is followed by a respectful request.
EN: Use 'can' to give permission or say that someone is allowed to do something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "can" untuk memberikan kebenaran atau menyatakan bahawa seseorang dibenarkan melakukan sesuatu.
You can use my pen.
Anda boleh guna pena saya.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use 'I understand' to show empathy before granting a request like an extension.
EN: Use 'What about + noun?' to ask for information about a new topic or to ask the same question back to someone.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "What about + kata nama?" untuk meminta maklumat tentang topik baharu atau bertanyakan soalan yang sama kembali kepada orang tersebut.
What about the weather?
Bagaimana pula dengan cuaca?
EN: In academic settings, it is common and acceptable for students to politely ask about their grades or progress during office hours.
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 bentuk singkatan "Don't") sebelum kata kerja untuk memberitahu seseorang supaya tidak melakukan sesuatu. Ini dipanggil ayat perintah negatif.
Do not cry.
Jangan menangis.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use 'Do not worry' to reassure students who are anxious about their performance or grades.
EN: Use 'That is' + adjective + noun to react to information you just heard.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "That is + kata sifat + kata nama" untuk memberikan respons terhadap maklumat yang baru anda dengar.
That is a good idea.
Itu idea yang bagus.
EN: In English-speaking academic settings, it is common and polite to express relief or gratitude when a professor gives positive feedback or an extension.
EN: Use 'You are welcome' as a polite response when someone says 'Thank you'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "You are welcome" sebagai jawapan yang sopan apabila seseorang mengucapkan "Thank you".
You are welcome. Have a nice day!
Sama-sama. Semoga hari anda menyenangkan!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, responding to 'Thank you' is essential for politeness. 'Good luck' is a common way to end a conversation when someone is about to do something important, like an assignment or a test.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Merujuk kepada kerja rumah atau tugasan yang diberikan oleh guru di sekolah.
Dalam konteks: Memberikan penjelasan atau penerangan tentang sesuatu perkara supaya ia lebih jelas dan mudah difahami.
Dalam konteks: Topik atau subjek perbincangan, penulisan, atau penyelidikan.
Dalam konteks: Lanjutan masa; merujuk kepada perlanjutan tempoh akhir untuk menyiapkan kerja rumah atau tugasan.
Dalam konteks: Tarikh akhir; batas masa yang terakhir.
Dalam konteks: Memahami atau mengetahui situasi atau maksud seseorang.
Dalam konteks: Gred atau markah penilaian pelajar.
Dalam konteks: Bimbang atau rasa cemas.
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To move from a standing position to a sitting position.
Duduk
Used to wish someone success in something they are going to do.
Semoga berjaya
A polite response when someone thanks you.
Sama-sama
An additional period of time to complete a task.
Lebih banyak masa
An additional period of time allowed to finish a piece of work or a task beyond the original deadline.
Pelanjutan tempoh (tugasan)
A mark or score given to a student's work, representing the quality of their performance.
Gred / Markah
A specific task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a course of study.
Tugasan / Kerja kursus