EN: Use 'Do you have...?' to ask if someone possesses something or has time available.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'Do you have...?' untuk bertanya sama ada seseorang memiliki sesuatu atau mempunyai masa lapang.
Do you have a pen?
Adakah anda mempunyai pen?
EN: In Western business culture, asking 'Do you have a minute?' is a polite way to check if someone is busy before starting a conversation, even if the talk will take longer than one minute.
EN: Use 'What is it about?' to ask for the topic or reason when someone wants to talk to you.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'What is it about?' untuk bertanya tentang topik atau sebab apabila seseorang ingin bercakap dengan anda.
I have a question. What is it about?
Saya ada soalan. Berkenaan perkara apa?
EN: In Western workplace culture, it is common to use first names like 'Tom' or 'Emma' even between colleagues of different ranks, creating a friendly atmosphere.
EN: Use 'need to + verb' to talk about things that are necessary or important to do.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'need to + kata kerja' untuk menceritakan perkara yang perlu atau penting untuk dilakukan.
I need to buy some milk.
Saya perlu membeli sedikit susu.
EN: In business contexts, 'client' usually refers to someone who pays for professional services, while 'customer' is more common in retail (like a shop).
EN: Use 'be + verb-ing' (Present Continuous) to talk about plans or arrangements that are already decided for the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'be + verb-ing' (Present Continuous) untuk menceritakan rancangan masa depan yang telah dijadualkan dan akan berlaku tidak lama lagi.
Which city are we visiting tomorrow?
Bandar manakah yang akan kita lawati esok?
EN: In a business context, using 'which' implies there is a specific list of clients to choose from, showing that the speaker is aware of the ongoing business activities.
EN: Use 'in' before the name of a city or country to show where something is located.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'in' sebelum nama bandar atau negara untuk menunjukkan lokasi sesuatu perkara.
My friend lives in Taipei.
Rakan saya tinggal di Taipei.
EN: In business contexts, 'Green Tech' refers to companies focusing on environmentally friendly technology, a rapidly growing sector in major Chinese cities like Shanghai.
EN: Use 'How long' to ask about the duration or length of time for an event.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'How long' untuk bertanya tentang tempoh masa sesuatu acara.
How long will the meeting last?
Berapa lamakah mesyuarat itu akan berlangsung?
EN: In business contexts, 'That sounds great' is a common way to show enthusiasm and agreement with a plan before asking for more details.
EN: Use 'will' + 'verb' to talk about future plans or intentions.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan "will" + "verb" untuk bercakap tentang rancangan atau hasrat masa hadapan.
I will call you tomorrow.
Saya akan menghubungi anda esok.
EN: In business contexts, 'for [number] days' is a standard way to clarify the duration of a trip to ensure everyone is aligned on the schedule.
EN: Use 'Did you + verb' to ask if someone completed an action in the past. We use 'yet' at the end of a question to ask if something expected has happened.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'Did you + kata kerja' untuk bertanya sama ada seseorang telah menyelesaikan sesuatu tindakan pada masa lalu. Menambah 'yet' di penghujung soalan digunakan untuk bertanya sama ada perkara yang dijangkakan sudah berlaku.
Did you finish your homework yet?
Adakah anda sudah menyiapkan kerja rumah anda?
EN: In business contexts, 'yet' is often used to check the status of tasks that are expected to be completed. It sounds professional and direct.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about things you decide to do at the moment of speaking or for future plans.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' diikuti kata kerja asal (base verb) untuk menyatakan keputusan Spontan pada saat bercakap atau rancangan masa hadapan.
I will call you later.
Saya akan hubungi anda sebentar lagi.
EN: In a business context, following up a negative answer ('Not yet') with a specific timeline ('today') shows professionalism and reliability.
EN: Use 'Can I + verb' to politely offer help or ask for permission to do something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'Can I + kata kerja' untuk menawarkan bantuan atau meminta kebenaran secara sopan untuk melakukan sesuatu.
Can I open the window?
Bolehkah saya membuka tingkap?
EN: In a professional setting, offering to help with specific tasks like an 'itinerary' shows initiative and teamwork, which is highly valued in Western business culture.
EN: Use 'would be' to talk about a result or feeling in a future or imagined situation.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'would be' untuk menceritakan hasil atau perasaan dalam situasi masa hadapan atau andaian.
A cup of coffee would be nice.
Sekeping kopi pasti sangat menyenangkan.
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, it is common to express gratitude immediately when someone offers help, even before the task is done.
EN: Use 'will' + 'base verb' to talk about a plan or a promise to do something in the future.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' + 'kata kerja asal' (base verb) untuk menceritakan rancangan atau janji untuk melakukan sesuatu pada masa hadapan.
I will call you tonight.
Saya akan menelefon anda malam ini.
EN: In a business context, offering to 'plan the meetings' shows initiative and is a common way to support a colleague during trip preparations.
EN: Use 'wants to' followed by a base verb to express a desire or requirement to do an action. For a single person or thing (he/she/it/the client), add an 's' to 'want'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'wants to' diikuti dengan kata kerja asal (base verb) untuk menyatakan keinginan atau keperluan melakukan sesuatu. Apabila kata subjek ialah kata ganti tunggal (he, she, it, atau pelanggan), tambahkan s pada want.
She wants to drink some water.
Dia mahu minum sedikit air.
EN: In business contexts, 'Good idea' is a polite way to acknowledge a suggestion before providing more information. Also, scheduling meetings on Monday is common for setting the tone of the work week.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about future plans or decisions.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' diikuti kata kerja asal (base verb) untuk menceritakan rancangan atau keputusan masa hadapan.
We will meet at the office tomorrow.
Kita akan berjumpa di pejabat esok.
EN: In business contexts, traveling on a Sunday evening is common to ensure being ready for a Monday morning meeting, especially for international trips.
EN: Use 'Please' followed by a base verb to make a polite request or give a polite instruction.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'Please' diikuti kata kerja asal (base verb) untuk membuat permintaan atau memberikan arahan secara sopan.
Please close the door.
Sila tutup pintu.
EN: In business contexts, 'One more thing' is a common way to transition to a final, often important, point before concluding a conversation. Keeping receipts is a standard requirement for corporate expense reimbursement globally.
EN: Use 'for' followed by a noun to explain the purpose or reason for something.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'for' diikuti kata nama untuk menerangkan tujuan atau sebab bagi sesuatu perkara.
I need some money for the bus.
Saya memerlukan sedikit wang untuk menaiki bas.
EN: In business culture, keeping receipts is essential for reimbursement. An 'expense report' is the standard document used to claim back money spent on work-related travel.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense (Subject + Verb-s) to talk about facts, rules, or company policies that are always true.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan Present Simple (Subject + Verb-s) untuk menceritakan keadaan biasa seperti fakta, peraturan, atau dasar syarikat.
The shop opens at nine o'clock.
Kedai ini dibuka pada pukul sembilan.
EN: In business contexts, 'the company pays for...' is a common way to discuss expense policies. It implies that these are 'reimbursable' expenses.
EN: Use 'What about + noun?' to introduce a new topic or ask for more information about something specific.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'What about + kata nama?' untuk memperkenalkan topik baharu atau meminta maklumat lanjut tentang sesuatu.
What about the coffee? Is it free?
Bagaimana pula dengan kopi? Adakah ia percuma?
EN: In business contexts, 'expense' usually refers to costs that the company will reimburse. Asking for clarification on what counts as an expense is standard practice during business trip planning.
EN: Use 'will' followed by a base verb to talk about future actions or promises.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' diikuti kata kerja asal (base verb) untuk menceritakan tindakan masa hadapan atau janji.
The manager will sign the document tomorrow.
Pengurus akan menandatangani dokumen ini esok.
EN: In many business contexts, 'expense' refers to costs incurred during work that the company reimburses. Taxis are a common reimbursable expense during business trips.
EN: Use 'will' + 'base verb' to talk about future plans or promises made at the moment of speaking.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will' + 'kata kerja asal' (base verb) untuk menceritakan rancangan masa hadapan atau janji yang dibuat pada saat bercakap.
I will call you later.
Saya akan telefon anda sebentar lagi.
EN: In professional settings, providing a specific timeline (like 'tomorrow') builds trust and shows reliability.
EN: Use 'will be' to talk about a future state or situation that you are certain about.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will be' untuk menceritakan keadaan atau situasi masa hadapan yang pasti berlaku.
The weather will be sunny tomorrow.
Cuaca esok akan cerah.
EN: In business contexts, using words like 'Perfect' or 'Great' shows enthusiasm and helps build a positive relationship with colleagues.
EN: Use the Past Simple tense (verb + -ed) to talk about actions that happened and finished in the past.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan Past Simple (kata kerja + -ed) untuk menceritakan tindakan yang telah berlaku dan selesai pada masa lalu.
They liked the food at the restaurant yesterday.
Mereka menyukai makanan di restoran itu semalam.
EN: In business contexts, 'I agree' is a professional way to show alignment. Mentioning past successes (like a good presentation) helps build confidence before starting a new task.
EN: Use 'better' to compare two things. It is the comparative form of 'good'.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'better' untuk membandingkan dua perkara. Ia merupakan bentuk komparatif bagi 'good'.
We need a better computer for work.
Kita memerlukan komputer yang lebih baik untuk kerja kita.
EN: In Western business culture, acknowledging a past success ('Yes') before suggesting an improvement ('but... better plan') is a common way to be constructive without being negative.
EN: Use 'will be' + adjective to describe a future state or condition.
Bahasa Melayu: Gunakan 'will be' + kata adjektif untuk menceritakan keadaan atau situasi pada masa hadapan.
We will be happy to see you.
Kami akan gembira bertemu dengan anda.
EN: In business contexts, 'on time' is crucial. Saying 'No problem' followed by a commitment shows reliability and builds trust with colleagues or clients.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: Klien atau pelanggan, merujuk kepada individu atau syarikat yang membeli perkhidmatan atau produk
Dalam konteks: Jadual perjalanan, susunan rancangan untuk lawatan
Dalam konteks: Resit, dokumen yang membuktikan jumlah bayaran
Dalam konteks: Perbelanjaan, kos
Dalam konteks: Pembentangan, proses menunjukkan atau menerangkan kandungan kepada orang lain
Dalam konteks: Menempah (bilik, tiket pesawat, dll.)
Dalam konteks: Banyak membantu
Dalam konteks: Penting
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
Used to ask if someone has a short amount of time to talk.
Adakah anda mempunyai masa? / Adakah anda lapang?
A document used to track and request reimbursement for business-related spending.
Laporan perbelanjaan / Borang tuntutan perjalanan
At the expected or planned time; not late.
Menepati masa
To give money in order to buy something or to cover a cost.
Membayar untuk...
To reserve a service or accommodation in advance, such as a hotel room or a flight.
Menempah
A formal talk or demonstration, often using slides, to explain an idea or product to an audience.
Pembentangan