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EN: Gerund as Subject: The word 'Applying' is a gerund (verb + -ing acting as a noun). When a gerund is the subject of a sentence, it is treated as a singular noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata nama gerund sebagai subjek: Kata 'Applying' ialah kata nama gerund (verb + -ing yang berfungsi sebagai kata nama). Apabila kata nama gerund menjadi subjek ayat, ia dianggap sebagai kata nama tunggal.
Learning a new language opens many doors.
Mempelajari bahasa baharu membuka banyak peluang.
EN: Collocation 'Make a difference': This common expression means to have a significant effect on a person or situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Kolokasi 'Make a difference': Ungkapan biasa ini bermaksud memberikan kesan atau perubahan yang signifikan terhadap seseorang atau sesuatu situasi.
Your help really made a difference to our project.
Bantuan anda benar-benar memberikan perbezaan yang besar kepada projek kami.
EN: In Western education systems, the 'holistic review' process means that while academic scores (GPA) are important, personal effort and preparation (like the personal statement) are seen as equally vital to show a student's character.
EN: The conjunction 'Whether... or...' is used to introduce two or more possibilities, indicating that the situation remains the same regardless of which option is true. It often introduces an adverbial clause of concession.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'Whether... or...' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan dua atau lebih kemungkinan, yang menunjukkan bahawa hasilnya tetap sama tidak kira mana satu yang betul. Ia biasanya memperkenalkan klausa adverbia konsesi.
Whether you win or lose, you should be proud of your effort.
Sama ada anda menang atau kalah, anda patut berbangga dengan usaha anda.
EN: The Present Continuous tense (be + verb-ing) is used here to describe a current process or a planned future action. In this context, 'applying' refers to the ongoing state of being an applicant.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Kini Berterusan (be + verb-ing) digunakan di sini untuk menceritakan proses semasa atau tindakan masa depan yang telah dirancang. Dalam konteks ini, 'applying' merujuk kepada status berterusan sebagai seorang pemohon.
She is applying for a scholarship this semester.
Dia sedang memohon biasiswa semester ini.
EN: In the US, 'college' and 'university' are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, though 'university' usually refers to larger institutions with graduate programs. 'High school' application processes can vary significantly between public and private schools.
EN: The Oxford Comma (Serial Comma): In English, when listing three or more items, a comma is placed after each item except the last one. The comma before 'and' is called the Oxford comma, which helps clarify that the items are separate.
Bahasa Melayu: Koma Oxford (Oxford Comma): Dalam bahasa Inggeris, apabila menyenaraikan tiga atau lebih item, koma diletakkan selepas setiap item kecuali item yang terakhir. Koma sebelum 'and' dipanggil koma Oxford, yang membantu membezakan setiap item dengan jelas.
I need to buy apples, oranges, and bananas.
Saya perlu membeli epal, oren, dan pisang.
EN: Infinitive as Object: The verb 'want' is often followed by an 'to-infinitive' (to + verb) which functions as the direct object of the sentence, expressing a desire or intention.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja tak tentu sebagai objek: Kata kerja 'want' sering diikuti oleh 'to-infinitive' (to + kata kerja asal), yang bertindak sebagai objek langsung dalam ayat ini untuk menyatakan keinginan atau niat.
She wants to study medicine in the future.
Dia mahu belajar dalam bidang perubatan pada masa depan.
EN: In Western education systems, especially in the US and UK, schools value 'holistic review.' This means they look beyond just grades (academic ability) and care deeply about a student's personality (character) and hobbies (interests) to see if they fit the school culture.
EN: The sentence uses a relative clause starting with 'that' to provide more information about the noun 'parts'. In this case, 'that' acts as the subject of the clause.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan klausa relatif yang bermula dengan 'that' untuk memberikan maklumat lanjut tentang kata nama 'parts'. Dalam klausa ini, 'that' bertindak sebagai subjek untuk menjelaskan fungsi 'bahagian-bahagian' ini.
I have a computer that works very fast.
Saya mempunyai sebuah komputer yang berfungsi dengan sangat pantas.
EN: The phrase 'who you are' is an indirect question (noun clause) acting as the object of the verb 'show'. It follows statement word order (Subject + Verb) rather than question order.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'who you are' ialah soalan tak langsung (klausa kata nama) yang bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'show'. Ambil perhatian bahawa susunan perkataannya mengikut susunan ayat penyata (subjek + kata kerja), bukannya susunan soalan.
The movie tells a story about who he is.
Filem ini mengisahkan tentang siapa dirinya yang sebenar.
EN: In Western education systems, a 'strong application' is often 'holistic,' meaning schools look beyond just grades (GPA) to understand a student's personality, values, and potential contribution to the community.
EN: The structure 'One of the + superlative + plural noun' is used to identify a specific item from a group. Note that the noun must be plural (parts), but the verb remains singular (is) because the subject is 'One'.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur 'One of the + superlative + plural noun' digunakan untuk mengenal pasti satu perkara khusus daripada satu kumpulan. Ambil perhatian bahawa kata nama mestilah dalam bentuk kata jamak (parts), tetapi kata kerja mestilah dalam bentuk tunggal (is) kerana subjek sebenar ayat ialah 'One'.
One of the best ways to learn English is to practice every day.
Antara cara terbaik untuk belajar bahasa Inggeris ialah dengan berlatih setiap hari.
EN: Superlative adjectives (e.g., 'the most important') are used to compare three or more things, indicating the highest degree of a quality.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adjektif darjah penghabisan (contohnya, 'the most important') digunakan untuk membandingkan tiga atau lebih perkara, untuk menunjukkan tahap tertinggi sesuatu ciri.
This is the most difficult exam I have ever taken.
Ini ialah peperiksaan paling sukar yang pernah saya ambil.
EN: In Western education systems, the 'personal statement' is a crucial qualitative measure. Unlike some systems that rely solely on test scores, schools in the US and UK use this essay to assess a student's character, voice, and fit for the institution.
EN: The word 'where' is used as a relative adverb to introduce a relative clause that provides more information about a noun (in this case, 'an essay'). It functions similarly to 'in which'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerabat keterangan 'where' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa kerabat yang menerangkan kata nama sebelum ini (dalam ayat ini, 'an essay'). Fungsinya di sini adalah serupa dengan 'in which', iaitu menerangkan tindakan yang berlaku di dalam perkara tersebut.
This is a situation where you need to be very careful.
Ini ialah situasi di mana anda perlu sangat berhati-hati.
EN: The Oxford Comma is the final comma in a list of three or more items, placed before the conjunction (and/or). It helps ensure clarity in complex lists.
Bahasa Melayu: Koma Oxford (Oxford Comma) ialah koma terakhir dalam senarai tiga atau lebih item, yang diletakkan sebelum kata hubung (seperti and atau or). Ini membantu memastikan maksud ayat dalam senarai yang kompleks adalah jelas.
I like reading, swimming, and cooking.
Saya suka membaca, berenang, dan memasak.
EN: In Western education systems, the 'personal statement' is a critical component of applications. Unlike a resume which lists facts, the personal statement is expected to be a narrative that reveals the applicant's unique voice and character.
EN: The 'to-infinitive' (to + base verb) is used here to express purpose, answering the question 'Why?'. It functions as an adverbial phrase modifying the main verb 'use'.
Bahasa Melayu: 'To-infinitive' (to + base verb) digunakan di sini untuk menunjukkan tujuan, bagi menjawab soalan "mengapa?". Ia bertindak sebagai frasa adverbia yang menerangkan kata kerja utama 'use'.
I study hard to get into a good university.
Saya belajar bersungguh-sungguh untuk masuk ke universiti yang baik.
EN: The Present Simple tense is used to describe general truths, facts, or habitual actions. In this context, it describes a standard procedure in the school application process.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Kini Mudah digunakan untuk menerangkan kebenaran umum, fakta, atau tindakan kebiasaan. Dalam konteks ini, ia menerangkan prosedur standard dalam proses permohonan sekolah.
The sun rises in the east.
Matahari terbit dari arah timur.
EN: In Western education systems, the 'personal statement' is a crucial qualitative measure. Unlike some systems that rely solely on exam scores, admissions officers use this essay to find 'well-rounded' students who fit the school's culture.
EN: The modal verb 'should' is used to give advice or make recommendations. It is followed by the base form of the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'should' digunakan untuk memberi nasihat atau cadangan. Ia diikuti oleh bentuk asal kata kerja (base verb).
You should research the company before your interview.
Anda patut membuat kajian tentang syarikat itu sebelum sesi temuduga.
EN: An indirect question (noun clause) starting with 'why' acts as the object of the verb 'explain'. Unlike direct questions, indirect questions use statement word order (subject + verb).
Bahasa Melayu: Soalan tak langsung (klausa kata nama) yang bermula dengan 'why' bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'explain'. Tidak seperti soalan langsung, soalan tak langsung menggunakan susunan perkataan ayat penyata (subjek + kata kerja).
Please tell me why you chose this major.
Sila jelaskan kepada saya sebab anda memilih bidang pengkhususan ini.
EN: In Western academic applications, 'demonstrated interest' is a key concept. Schools want to know that you have researched them specifically and aren't just sending a generic application to many places.
EN: The sentence uses 'It' as a dummy subject (anticipatory it) to introduce the real subject, which is the infinitive phrase 'to mention...'. This structure is common when the actual subject is long or complex.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan 'It' sebagai subjek olokan (it antisipasi) untuk memperkenalkan subjek sebenar, iaitu frasa infinitif 'to mention...' di belakang. Bahasa Inggeris sering menggunakan struktur ini untuk menyeimbangkan ayat apabila subjeknya terlalu panjang atau kompleks.
It is important to finish your homework on time.
Adalah sangat penting untuk menyerahkan tugasan anda tepat pada waktunya.
EN: The word 'that' introduces a relative clause (adjective clause) to describe the noun 'challenges'. In this case, 'that' acts as the object of the verb 'overcome'.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'that' memperkenalkan klausa relatif (klausa adjektif) untuk menerangkan kata nama 'challenges'. Di sini, 'that' bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'overcome'.
The movie that we watched yesterday was exciting.
Filem yang kita tonton semalam sangat mendebarkan.
EN: In Western academic culture, especially in personal statements, discussing challenges is not seen as complaining. Instead, it is highly valued as a way to demonstrate 'resilience' and problem-solving skills.
EN: The sentence uses the 'Subject + Linking Verb + Adjective' structure. The linking verb 'is' connects the subject (personal statement) to multiple adjectives that describe its qualities.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan struktur 'Subjek + Kata Kerja Pautan + Adjektif'. Kata kerja pautan 'is' menyambungkan subjek (pernyataan peribadi) dengan beberapa kata adjektif yang menerangkan cirinya.
The final report is concise, accurate, and professional.
Laporan akhir itu ringkas, tepat, dan profesional.
EN: Parallel Structure: When listing multiple items (honest, clear, and well-organized), they should all be in the same grammatical form. Here, all three are adjectives describing the noun.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur Selari: Apabila menyenaraikan beberapa item (honest, clear, and well-organized), semuanya hendaklah menggunakan bentuk tatabahasa yang sama. Di sini, ketiga-tiganya ialah kata adjektif yang digunakan untuk menerangkan kata nama.
She is kind, smart, and helpful.
Dia seorang yang mesra, bijak, dan suka membantu.
EN: In Western academic culture, a 'personal statement' is a critical component of applications. Unlike a simple resume, it focuses on 'soft skills' and narrative storytelling to show a student's unique personality beyond grades.
EN: Relative Clause (Adjective Clause): The phrase 'that schools consider' is a relative clause modifying the noun 'factor'. The relative pronoun 'that' acts as the object of the verb 'consider'.
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa Relatif (Klausa Adjektif): Frasa 'that schools consider' ialah klausa relatif yang menerangkan kata nama 'factor'. Kata ganti relatif 'that' bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'consider' dalam klausa tersebut.
This is the book that I bought yesterday.
Inilah buku yang saya beli semalam.
EN: Adverbial Clause of Time: The word 'when' introduces a subordinate clause that indicates the time or situation in which the main action occurs.
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa Adverbia Masa: Perkataan 'when' memperkenalkan klausa tak bebas yang menunjukkan masa atau situasi apabila tindakan ayat utama berlaku.
Please turn off the lights when you leave the room.
Sila matikan lampu apabila anda meninggalkan bilik.
EN: In the US education system, GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standardized measure of academic achievement on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0. It is a critical component of school applications, though many institutions now use a 'holistic review' process that considers extracurriculars and personal essays alongside grades.
EN: The phrasal verb 'stand for' is used to explain what an abbreviation or symbol represents. It is an inseparable transitive verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa 'stand for' digunakan untuk menerangkan maksud sesuatu singkatan atau simbol. Ia ialah kata kerja transitif yang tidak boleh dipisahkan.
In this document, 'UN' stands for the United Nations.
Dalam dokumen ini, "UN" bermaksud Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu.
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used here to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences), creating a compound sentence.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung pancangan 'and' digunakan di sini untuk menyambungkan dua klausa bebas (ayat lengkap), bagi membentuk ayat majmuk gabungan.
He studied hard for the exam, and he passed with high marks.
Dia belajar bersungguh-sungguh untuk peperiksaan dan lulus dengan markah yang tinggi.
EN: GPA is a standard way of measuring academic achievement in the United States and many other international school systems, typically on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0. It is a critical metric for school admissions and even some job applications.
EN: The sentence uses a 'Noun Clause' starting with 'that' as the direct object of the verb 'tells'. This clause functions as a noun to provide the specific information being communicated.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan 'Noun Clause' yang bermula dengan 'that' sebagai objek terus kepada kata kerja 'tells'. Klausa ini berfungsi seperti kata nama untuk memberikan kandungan maklumat khusus yang disampaikan.
He believes that hard work leads to success.
Dia percaya bahawa kerja keras akan membawa kejayaan.
EN: The verb 'tell' is a ditransitive verb, meaning it takes two objects: an indirect object (the school) and a direct object (the that-clause).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'tell' ialah 'ditransitive verb', bermaksud ia memerlukan dua objek: objek tidak terus (the school) dan objek terus (klausa yang bermula dengan that).
She told me that the meeting was canceled.
Dia memberitahu saya bahawa mesyuarat itu telah dibatalkan.
EN: In the U.S. and many other educational systems, GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standard measure of academic achievement, typically on a scale of 0.0 to 4.0. While it is a primary factor in admissions, many modern institutions now emphasize 'holistic review,' looking at the whole person beyond just numbers.
EN: The verb 'mean' is followed by a noun clause (that-clause) acting as the direct object. In this sentence, the conjunction 'that' is omitted, which is common in informal and semi-formal English.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'mean' (membawa maksud/bererti) diikuti oleh klausa kata nama (that-clause) yang bertindak sebagai objek terus. Dalam ayat ini, kata hubung 'that' telah digugurkan, dan ini amat biasa dalam bahasa Inggeris tidak formal atau separuh formal.
A rainy morning doesn't mean the picnic is canceled.
Pagi yang hujan tidak bermakna perkelahan itu dibatalkan.
EN: The phrase 'get accepted' uses 'get' as a passive auxiliary verb instead of 'be'. This structure often emphasizes the process or the result of an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'get accepted' menggunakan 'get' sebagai kata kerja bantu pasif menggantikan 'be'. Struktur ini selalunya menekankan proses atau hasil daripada tindakan tersebut.
She worked hard to get accepted into the program.
Dia berusaha gigih untuk diterima masuk ke dalam program tersebut.
EN: In the U.S. and many international school systems, 'Holistic Review' is a common practice. This means admissions officers look at the 'whole person' (extracurriculars, essays, character) rather than just grades (GPA), which is why a lower GPA isn't always a deal-breaker.
EN: The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that provides a reason or explanation for the main clause.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'because' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa pancangan yang memberikan sebab atau penjelasan bagi klausa utama.
I study hard because I want to go to a good university.
Saya belajar bersungguh-sungguh kerana saya ingin masuk ke universiti yang baik.
EN: The phrase 'what you do' is a noun clause acting as the object of the verb 'show'. It uses the structure: question word + subject + verb.
Bahasa Melayu: 'what you do' ialah klausa kata nama yang bertindak sebagai objek kepada kata kerja 'show'. Ia menggunakan struktur 'kata tanya + subjek + kata kerja'.
He didn't hear what I said.
Dia tidak mendengar apa yang saya katakan.
EN: In Western education systems, especially in the US and UK, 'extracurricular activities' are highly valued. Admissions officers look for 'well-rounded' students who contribute to their community, not just those with high grades.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): This structure is used when the action is more important than the person performing it. In this sentence, 'are valued' emphasizes that the activities receive the appreciation.
Bahasa Melayu: Ragam Pasif (be + past participle): Struktur ini digunakan apabila tindakan itu sendiri adalah lebih penting daripada pembuat tindakan tersebut. Dalam ayat ini, 'are valued' menekankan bahawa aktiviti-aktiviti ini adalah sesuatu yang 'dihargai'.
Hard work is valued by most employers.
Kebanyakan majikan sangat menghargai kerja keras.
EN: Prepositional Phrase with 'like': The word 'like' is used here as a preposition to introduce examples, functioning as 'such as'.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa kata depan dengan 'like': Kata 'like' di sini digunakan sebagai kata depan untuk memperkenalkan contoh, dengan fungsi yang sama seperti 'such as' (seperti).
I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.
Saya menyukai aktiviti luar seperti mendaki dan menunggang basikal.
EN: In Western education systems, especially in the US and UK, 'holistic review' is common. This means admissions officers look beyond grades (GPA) to see if a student is well-rounded through their extracurricular activities.
EN: Passive Voice (be + past participle): This structure is used when the action is more important than the person performing it. Here, 'is written' emphasizes the document itself.
Bahasa Melayu: Ragam Pasif (be + past participle): Struktur ini digunakan apabila tindakan itu sendiri lebih penting daripada pembuat tindakan. Di sini, 'is written' memberi penekanan kepada dokumen itu sendiri.
The report was finished by the team yesterday.
Laporan ini telah disiapkan oleh pasukan semalam.
EN: Relative Clause (who...): A relative clause starts with a relative pronoun like 'who' to provide more information about a person (the antecedent).
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa Relatif (who...): Klausa relatif bermula dengan kata ganti relatif seperti 'who' untuk memberikan maklumat lanjut tentang seseorang (anteseden).
I have a friend who lives in London.
Saya mempunyai seorang rakan yang tinggal di London.
EN: In Western academic culture, a recommendation letter is a critical component of an application. It provides a third-party perspective on a student's character and potential, which grades alone cannot show.
EN: The Oxford Comma (Serial Comma): In English, when listing three or more items, a comma is placed after each item except the last one. The comma before 'and' is called the Oxford comma, which helps clarify that the items are separate.
Bahasa Melayu: Koma Oxford (Serial Comma): Dalam bahasa Inggeris, apabila menyenaraikan tiga atau lebih item, koma diletakkan selepas setiap item kecuali yang terakhir. Koma sebelum perkataan 'and' dipanggil koma Oxford, yang membantu membezakan setiap item dengan jelas.
The recipe requires flour, sugar, and eggs.
Resipi ini memerlukan tepung, gula, dan telur.
EN: Parallel Structure: When listing items in a sentence, they should follow the same grammatical form. Here, the sentence lists three noun phrases: 'your strengths', 'your work ethic', and 'your character'.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur Selari: Apabila menyenaraikan item dalam ayat, item tersebut hendaklah mengikut bentuk tatabahasa yang sama. Dalam ayat ini, tiga frasa kata nama disenaraikan: 'your strengths', 'your work ethic', dan 'your character'.
He likes swimming, hiking, and cycling.
Dia gemar berenang, mendaki, dan menunggang basikal.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, 'work ethic' is a highly valued trait. It refers to the belief that hard work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability to strengthen character.
EN: The sentence uses 'It' as a dummy subject (preparatory subject) to introduce the real subject, which is the infinitive phrase 'to ask someone...'. This structure is used to avoid long subjects at the beginning of a sentence.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan 'It' sebagai subjek olokan (subjek persediaan) untuk memperkenalkan subjek sebenar, iaitu frasa infinitif 'to ask someone...'. Struktur ini biasa digunakan untuk mengelakkan bahagian awal ayat daripada menjadi terlalu panjang supaya ayat lebih seimbang.
It is necessary to finish the project on time.
Adalah penting untuk menyiapkan projek ini mengikut masa.
EN: The relative clause 'who has seen your growth and effort' uses the Present Perfect tense ('has seen') to describe an action that happened in the past and has relevance to the present situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa relatif 'who has seen your growth and effort' menggunakan Kala Kini Sempurna ('has seen') untuk menerangkan pengalaman atau keadaan yang bermula pada masa lalu dan mempunyai kaitan dengan situasi semasa.
I want to hire a manager who has worked in this field for years.
Saya mahu menggaji seorang pengurus yang telah bekerja dalam bidang ini selama bertahun-tahun.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, a recommendation letter is most effective when it comes from someone who has observed your personal development over time, rather than just someone with a high title. Authenticity and specific examples of 'growth' are highly valued by admissions committees.
EN: The modal verb 'should' is used to give advice or express what is the right thing to do. It is followed by the base form of the verb.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'should' digunakan untuk memberi nasihat atau menyatakan perkara yang betul untuk dilakukan. Ia diikuti oleh bentuk asal kata kerja (base verb).
You should start your homework early.
Anda patut mula membuat kerja sekolah anda lebih awal.
EN: The phrasal verb 'ask for' means to request something from someone.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa 'ask for' bermaksud meminta sesuatu daripada seseorang.
He decided to ask for a raise.
Dia memutuskan untuk meminta kenaikan gaji.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, giving a recommender at least a month's notice is considered standard etiquette. It shows respect for their busy schedule and ensures they have enough time to write a thoughtful letter.
EN: Imperative Mood: The sentence starts with base verbs ('Be', 'give') to give instructions or advice. The subject 'you' is understood but omitted.
Bahasa Melayu: Mod Imperatif: Ayat bermula dengan bentuk asal kata kerja ('Be', 'give') untuk memberikan arahan atau nasihat. Kata ganti nama 'you' digugurkan.
Stay calm during the test and read the questions carefully.
Kekal tenang semasa peperiksaan dan baca soalan dengan teliti.
EN: Adverbial Clause of Time: The word 'when' introduces a subordinate clause that indicates the specific time or situation in which the main action should occur.
Bahasa Melayu: Klausa Adverbia Masa: Perkataan 'when' memperkenalkan klausa tak bebas yang menunjukkan masa atau situasi khusus apabila tindakan ayat utama patut berlaku.
Call me when you arrive at the station.
Sila hubungi saya apabila anda tiba di stesen.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, asking for a recommendation letter requires at least 3-4 weeks' notice. It is considered disrespectful to ask for a letter with a short deadline, as writers need time to reflect on your achievements.
EN: The causative verb 'make' is followed by an object and a bare infinitive (verb base) to express that someone or something causes a particular result or action.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja kausatif 'make' diikuti oleh objek dan infinitif tanpa 'to' (verb base) untuk menunjukkan bahawa seseorang atau sesuatu menyebabkan hasil atau tindakan tertentu berlaku.
The funny movie made me laugh.
Filem kelakar itu membuatkan saya tertawa.
EN: The phrasal verb 'stand out' means to be much better than other similar people or things, or to be very noticeable.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja frasa 'stand out' bermaksud menjadi jauh lebih baik atau menyerlah berbanding orang atau perkara lain yang serupa.
Her bright red dress made her stand out in the crowd.
Gaun merah terangnya membuatkan dia kelihatan sangat menyerlah dalam kalangan orang ramai.
EN: In Western academic culture, recommendation letters are crucial because they provide a third-party perspective on a student's character and soft skills, which grades (GPA) alone cannot show.
EN: The word 'require' is a transitive verb used to indicate that something is necessary or mandatory. In this sentence, it follows the subject 'Some schools'.
Bahasa Melayu: Perkataan 'require' ialah kata kerja transitif yang digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu itu perlu atau diwajibkan. Dalam ayat ini, ia diletakkan selepas subjek 'Some schools'.
The job requires three years of experience.
Pekerjaan ini memerlukan pengalaman selama tiga tahun.
EN: The phrase 'as part of' is used to show that something is a component or a member of a larger group or process.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'as part of' digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu itu merupakan komponen atau ahli daripada kumpulan atau proses yang lebih besar.
He received a certificate as part of the training program.
Dia menerima sijil sebagai sebahagian daripada program latihan itu.
EN: In many Western educational systems, especially in the US and UK, interviews are a standard part of the holistic review process. They are used to assess a student's soft skills and fit for the school culture, rather than just academic grades.
EN: The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used here ('be asked') because the subject 'you' is the receiver of the action, not the one asking the questions.
Bahasa Melayu: Ragam pasif (be + past participle) digunakan di sini (be asked) kerana subjek 'you' ialah penerima tindakan, bukannya orang yang bertanya.
Students will be notified of the results by email.
Pelajar akan dimaklumkan tentang keputusan tersebut melalui e-mel.
EN: Modal Verbs for Possibility: 'May' is used to express a possibility or a likely situation in the future or present.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal untuk kemungkinan: 'May' digunakan untuk menyatakan kemungkinan yang boleh berlaku pada masa kini atau masa depan.
It may rain later, so you should take an umbrella.
Hujan mungkin akan turun sebentar lagi, jadi anda patut membawa payung.
EN: In Western academic and professional interviews, it is common to be asked about 'goals' and 'interests' to assess cultural fit and long-term commitment, not just technical skills.
EN: The sentence uses 'It' as a dummy subject (formal subject) to introduce the real subject, which is the infinitive phrase 'to practice answering...'. This structure is common when the actual subject is long or complex.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan 'It' sebagai subjek olokan (subjek formal) untuk memperkenalkan objek sebenar, iaitu frasa infinitif 'to practice answering...'. Struktur ini kerap digunakan untuk seimbangkan ayat apabila subjek sebenar terlalu panjang atau kompleks.
It is important to arrive on time for the meeting.
Adalah penting untuk menghadiri mesyuarat tepat pada waktunya.
EN: The verb 'practice' is followed by a gerund (verb-ing). In English, certain verbs like 'practice', 'enjoy', and 'suggest' must be followed by the -ing form rather than an infinitive.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'practice' diikuti oleh gerund (verb-ing). Dalam bahasa Inggeris, kata kerja tertentu seperti 'practice', 'enjoy', dan 'suggest' mesti diikuti oleh bentuk gerund, bukannya infinitif.
You should practice speaking English every day.
Anda patut berlatih bertutur dalam bahasa Inggeris setiap hari.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, preparation through 'mock interviews' or practicing common questions is highly encouraged. It shows the candidate is proactive and takes the opportunity seriously.
EN: The modal verb 'should' is used to give advice or recommendations. It is followed by the base form of the verb (dress, arrive).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja modal 'should' digunakan untuk memberi nasihat atau cadangan. Ia diikuti oleh bentuk kata kerja asal (seperti dress dan arrive dalam ayat ini).
You should study hard for the upcoming exam.
Anda patut belajar bersungguh-sungguh untuk peperiksaan yang bakal tiba.
EN: The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that provides a reason for the action in the main clause.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'because' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa pancangan yang menyatakan sebab bagi tindakan dalam klausa utama.
I stayed home because it was raining.
Saya tinggal di rumah kerana hari hujan.
EN: In Western professional and academic contexts, punctuality and 'dressing for success' are highly valued. Arriving even a few minutes late to an interview can be seen as a sign of poor organization or lack of respect.
EN: The Imperative Mood is used to give commands, advice, or instructions. It starts with the base form of the verb (e.g., 'Remember') and usually omits the subject 'you'.
Bahasa Melayu: Mod Imperatif digunakan untuk memberi arahan, nasihat, atau petunjuk. Ia bermula dengan bentuk asal kata kerja (contohnya, 'Remember') dan biasanya menggugurkan subjek 'you'.
Speak clearly during the presentation.
Sila bercakap dengan jelas semasa pembentangan.
EN: The structure 'Remember + to-infinitive' is used to remind someone to do something in the future. This differs from 'Remember + gerund (-ing)', which refers to a past memory.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur 'Remember + to-infinitive' digunakan untuk mengingatkan seseorang supaya melakukan sesuatu pada masa depan. Ini berbeza daripada 'Remember + gerund (-ing)', yang merujuk kepada ingatan tentang perkara yang telah berlaku pada masa lalu.
Remember to lock the door when you leave.
Ingat untuk mengunci pintu apabila anda keluar.
EN: In Western academic and professional contexts, 'being yourself' and 'speaking confidently about achievements' is highly valued. Unlike some cultures that emphasize extreme modesty, candidates are expected to clearly articulate their strengths and successes without sounding arrogant.
EN: The First Conditional (If + Present Simple, Will + Verb) is used to talk about things that are possible in the future if a certain condition is met.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat Pengandaian Jenis Pertama (If + Present Simple, Will + Verb) digunakan untuk bercakap tentang situasi sebenar yang mungkin berlaku pada masa depan jika syarat tertentu dipenuhi.
If you study hard, you will pass the exam.
Jika anda belajar bersungguh-sungguh, anda akan lulus peperiksaan.
EN: The Present Perfect Tense (have + past participle) is used here within the 'if' clause to emphasize the completion of an action before the result occurs.
Bahasa Melayu: Kala Kini Sempurna (have + past participle) digunakan di sini dalam klausa 'if' untuk menekankan tindakan yang telah disiapkan sebelum hasilnya berlaku.
If she has finished her work, she can go home.
Jika dia telah menyiapkan kerjanya, dia boleh pulang ke rumah.
EN: In Western academic and professional culture, an interview is increasingly viewed as a two-way conversation rather than a strict interrogation. Preparation is key to reducing anxiety and appearing confident.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Berkaitan dengan sekolah, pembelajaran, atau pendidikan
Dalam konteks: Borang permohonan kemasukan atau proses permohonan rasmi
Dalam konteks: Motivasi, kesungguhan, atau sebab untuk melakukan sesuatu
Dalam konteks: Tertentu, khusus
Dalam konteks: Cabaran, tugasan yang sukar
Dalam konteks: Teratur, tersusun rapi
Dalam konteks: Kokurikulum (merujuk kepada aktiviti di luar kurikulum sekolah)
Dalam konteks: Syor, perakuan
Dalam konteks: Tarikh tutup, tarikh akhir
Dalam konteks: Pencapaian, kejayaan
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To be much better than other similar people or things.
Menyerlah, menonjol
The initial opinion or feeling you have about someone when you meet them for the first time.
Tanggapan pertama
The belief that work is important and the commitment to working hard.
Etika kerja, etika profesional
To successfully deal with or control a problem or difficulty.
Mengatasi cabaran
A short essay written by a candidate to describe their skills, experience, and reasons for applying to a school or job.
Kenyataan Peribadi / Surat Motivasi
A number representing the average value of the accumulated final grades earned in courses over time.
Purata Nilai Gred (GPA)
The group of people at a college or university who decide which students will be accepted for enrollment.
Pasukan Kemasukan / Pejabat Pengambilan