EN: Use 'every day' at the end of a sentence to talk about habits or things that happen regularly.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'every day' di akhir ayat untuk bercakap tentang tabiat atau perkara yang berlaku secara tetap.
I drink water every day.
Saya minum air setiap hari.
EN: In English, 'news' is always singular, even though it ends in 's'. You say 'The news is true', not 'The news are true'.
EN: Use the preposition 'on' when talking about using electronic devices like phones, computers, or tablets.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan kata sendi nama 'on' apabila bercakap tentang penggunaan peranti elektronik seperti telefon, komputer, atau tablet.
I watch videos on my computer.
Saya menonton video di komputer.
EN: In modern daily life, 'reading news on phones' has largely replaced traditional printed newspapers for most people.
EN: The word 'also' is used to add more information. It usually comes after the subject and before the main verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'also' digunakan untuk menambah maklumat. Ia biasanya diletakkan selepas subjek dan sebelum kata kerja utama.
I also like apples.
Saya juga suka epal.
EN: In English, we use the preposition 'on' for electronic media like 'on TV', 'on the radio', or 'on the internet'.
EN: Using 'not all' means 'some are, but some are not'. It is used to show that a statement is only partly true.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan «not all» bermaksud «bukan semua». Ia digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu keadaan itu hanya benar bagi sesetengah perkara, bukannya 100%.
Not all birds can fly.
Bukan semua burung boleh terbang.
EN: In the digital age, 'fake news' is a common term. This sentence encourages critical thinking, which is a highly valued skill in Western education.
EN: Use 'need to' followed by a base verb to talk about things that are necessary or important to do.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "need to" yang diikuti dengan kata kerja asal untuk membicarakan perkara yang perlu atau penting.
I need to drink some water.
Saya perlu minum sedikit air.
EN: In the digital age, 'fact-check' has become a common compound verb used by news organizations and social media users to combat misinformation.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject with its definition or description.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'is' untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal dengan definisi atau perihalannya.
A dog is a pet.
Anjing ialah sejenis haiwan peliharaan.
EN: In English news, headlines often use special grammar (like omitting 'a' or 'the'), but this sentence explains the concept in standard English.
EN: Use 'at the top of' to describe the highest part or position of something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan «at the top of» untuk menceritakan bahagian atau kedudukan yang paling atas bagi sesuatu.
My name is at the top of the list.
Nama saya berada di bahagian paling atas senarai.
EN: In English, when the subject is one person or thing (he, she, it, or a singular noun), we add 's' or 'es' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam bahasa Inggeris, apabila subjeknya tunggal (he, she, it, atau kata nama tunggal), tambahkan 's' atau 'es' pada kata kerja dalam tenses kini (present tense).
The teacher helps the students.
Guru membantu murid.
EN: In Western news media, headlines often use specific grammar rules (like omitting articles or using present tense for past events) to save space, but this sentence describes the general purpose of a headline in simple English.
EN: This is an imperative sentence. It starts with a verb to give an instruction or advice. You do not need to say 'You'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini ialah ayat perintah (imperative sentence). Ia bermula dengan kata kerja untuk memberikan arahan atau nasihat, tanpa perlu menyebut "kamu".
Eat your breakfast.
Makan sarapan anda.
EN: In news literacy, reading the headline first is a standard tip, but readers are often warned that headlines can sometimes be 'clickbait' (designed to attract attention rather than be accurate).
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then another verb. You can say 'help someone do something' or 'help someone to do something'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja help digunakan dalam pola "membantu seseorang melakukan sesuatu". Selepas help dan objek, anda boleh terus menggunakan kata kerja asal atau kata kerja dengan to.
Music helps me study.
Muzik membantu saya belajar.
EN: Use 'Where does... come from?' to ask about the origin or source of something. 'Does' is used because 'the news' is treated as a singular noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan «Where does... come from?» untuk bertanya tentang asal usul atau sumber sesuatu perkara. Kerana «the news» dianggap sebagai kata nama tunggal dalam bahasa Inggeris, kata kerja bantu yang digunakan ialah «does».
Where does this water come from?
Dari manakah air ini datang?
EN: In English, 'news' is an uncountable noun and is always followed by a singular verb (is/does), even though it ends in 's'.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject with an adjective that describes it.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "is" untuk menghubungkan subjek tunggal dengan kata sifat yang memerihalkannya.
The book is very good.
Buku ini sangat bagus.
EN: In Western media literacy, 'the source' refers to where information originates (like a news agency or an eyewitness). Checking the source is considered a fundamental skill for critical thinking.
EN: Use 'is' to define what something or someone is. It connects the subject to a noun that describes it.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan «is» untuk mendefinisikan apakah sesuatu atau siapakah seseorang itu. Ia menghubungkan subjek dengan kata nama yang menerangkannya.
A library is a place for books.
Perpustakaan ialah tempat yang menyimpan buku.
EN: In journalism, identifying a 'source' is crucial for credibility. Reliable news always cites where the information began.
EN: In English, we use the 'Subject + Verb + Object' pattern. When talking about general facts, we use the base form of the verb for plural subjects.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita menggunakan pola 'Subject + Verb + Object'. Apabila menceritakan tentang fakta dan subjeknya berbentuk jamak, gunakan bentuk asal kata kerja.
Good books tell great stories.
Buku yang bagus menceritakan kisah yang hebat.
EN: In the digital age, 'fact-checking' and identifying 'reliable sources' are essential skills taught in schools to combat misinformation.
EN: Use 'can' to talk about things that are possible or sometimes happen.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'can' untuk bercakap tentang perkara yang mungkin berlaku atau kadang-kadang berlaku.
Too much sugar can be bad for you.
Gula yang terlalu banyak boleh memudaratkan anda.
EN: In the digital age, 'fake news' and 'misinformation' are common topics. Checking sources is considered a key skill for digital literacy.
EN: Use 'What is...?' to ask for the definition or meaning of a singular noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'What is...?' untuk bertanyakan definisi atau maksud bagi kata nama tunggal.
What is a source?
Apakah itu sumber?
EN: In media literacy, 'bias' is a key term used to describe when news is not neutral. It is an important concept for critical thinking.
EN: The verb 'means' is used to define a word or a concept. In English, we use the pattern: [Subject] + means + [Definition].
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja «means» digunakan untuk mendefinisikan sesuatu perkataan atau konsep. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kita menggunakan pola ini: [Subjek] + means + [Definisi].
Red means stop.
Warna merah bermaksud berhenti.
EN: In media literacy, 'bias' is a key concept. It suggests that news might not be neutral and can be influenced by personal or political opinions.
EN: In English, 'news' is an uncountable noun. Even though it ends in 's', it is treated as singular. Therefore, the verb 'shows' adds an 's' to match the singular subject.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam bahasa Inggeris, "news" ialah kata nama tak boleh bilang. Walaupun ia diakhiri dengan huruf 's', ia dianggap sebagai kata tunggal. Oleh itu, kata kerja "shows" perlu ditambah 's' untuk sepadan dengan kata nama tunggal.
This news is very interesting.
Berita ini sangat menarik.
EN: In modern media literacy, recognizing 'bias' is a key skill. Western news education emphasizes looking for multiple perspectives to ensure a balanced view.
EN: Use 'is not' to make a sentence negative. It tells us that something is not true or not a certain way.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'is not' untuk membentuk ayat negatif. Ia menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu itu tidak benar atau bukan dalam keadaan sedemikian.
The news is not true.
Berita ini tidak benar.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'fairness' is a very important value. People often use this phrase when they feel a situation is biased or unbalanced.
EN: When the subject is singular (Good news), we add an 's' or 'es' to the verb (shows) in the present tense.
Bahasa Melayu: Apabila subjeknya tunggal (Good news), kita menambah 's' atau 'es' pada kata kerja (shows) dalam tenses kini.
The teacher tells a story.
Guru itu menceritakan satu kisah.
EN: In journalism, 'showing all sides' refers to the concept of objectivity and balance, which are key values in professional news reporting.
EN: The word 'can' is used to show that something is possible or that someone has the ability to do something. It is followed by a base verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan «can» digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu itu mungkin berlaku atau seseorang mempunyai keupayaan untuk melakukan sesuatu. Gunakan bentuk asal kata kerja selepasnya.
You can read the book.
Anda boleh membaca buku ini.
EN: In the digital age, 'fact-checking' has become a common term used by media and educators to encourage critical thinking and combat misinformation.
EN: Imperative sentences (commands) start with a verb to tell someone what to do. You do not need to say 'You'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat perintah (arahan atau nasihat) bermula dengan kata kerja untuk memberitahu seseorang apa yang perlu dilakukan. Anda tidak perlu menyebut "kamu".
Read the book.
Baca buku ini.
EN: In the digital age, 'cross-referencing' or checking multiple sources is a key part of media literacy in English-speaking cultures to avoid fake news.
EN: Use 'Do' at the beginning of a sentence to ask a question with a verb like 'say', 'read', or 'like' for 'I', 'you', 'we', or 'they'.
Bahasa Melayu: Apabila subjeknya ialah I, you, we, atau they, letakkan Do di awal ayat untuk bertanya soalan tentang perbuatan (seperti say, read, like).
Do you like the news?
Adakah anda menyukai berita ini?
EN: In the context of news, 'they' refers to different news sources. Fact-checking by comparing multiple sources is a key part of media literacy in English-speaking cultures.
EN: This is an imperative sentence. It starts with a verb to give a suggestion or command. The subject 'you' is hidden.
Bahasa Melayu: Ini ialah ayat perintah. Ia bermula dengan kata kerja untuk memberikan cadangan atau arahan. Subjek «kamu (you)» telah digugurkan.
Open the book.
Buka buku ini.
EN: In English-speaking learning environments, students are actively encouraged to ask teachers questions. It is seen as a sign of being a 'smart reader' or a proactive learner, rather than a sign of not understanding.
EN: Use 'always' before the main verb to show that something happens every time.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan «always» sebelum kata kerja utama untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu itu «sentiasa» berlaku, dengan kraf kekerapan 100%.
I always drink water in the morning.
Saya sentiasa minum air pada waktu pagi.
EN: In modern digital media, 'fact-checking' has become a common term for verifying if news stories are true or fake.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Tajuk berita
Dalam konteks: Sumber; Asal usul
Dalam konteks: Prasangka; Berat sebelah
Dalam konteks: Semak fakta
Dalam konteks: Pendapat; Pandangan
Dalam konteks: saksama / adil
Dalam konteks: Maklumat; Data
Dalam konteks: Memahami; Faham
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To verify that information is true and accurate.
Mengesahkan fakta
The most important thought or message in a text.
Idea utama, isi penting
To examine or consider something.
Melihat, memerhatikan
A person, publication, or document that provides information for a news story.
Sumber berita
The title of a news article, usually printed in large letters at the top.
Tajuk berita
To verify the factual accuracy of a claim or a news story.
Semak fakta