Customs & ImmigrationKastam & Imigresen
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EN: The modal verb 'May' is used here to request permission in a formal register. It is more polite and professional than 'Can' or 'Could', making it the standard choice for official interactions such as customs or immigration.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata bantu modal 'May' digunakan di sini untuk meminta kebenaran dalam daftar formal. Ia lebih sopan dan profesional daripada 'Can' atau 'Could', dan merupakan penggunaan standard dalam situasi formal seperti pemeriksaan kast atau imputen.
May I inquire about the status of my application?
Bolehkah saya menyemak status permohonan saya?
EN: The use of 'please' at the end of a request, combined with the modal 'May', creates a 'politeness sandwich' structure. In English, placing 'please' at the end often functions as a softener to ensure the command-like request doesn't sound too abrupt.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan 'please' di akhir permintaan, digabungkan dengan kata bantu modal 'May', mewujudkan struktur 'sandwic kesopanan'. Dalam bahasa Inggeris, meletakkan 'please' di akhir ayat biasanya berfungsi untuk melembutkan nada, memastikan permintaan tidak kedengaran terlalu menonjol atau seperti arahan.
Could you sign these documents, please?
Bolehkah anda menandatangani dokumen-dokumen ini?
EN: In international travel, 'landing card' (or arrival card) is a common term in Commonwealth countries (like the UK), while the US more frequently uses 'Customs Declaration form'. David's use of 'landing card' suggests a specific regional context or a formal international standard.
EN: The phrasal verb 'fill out' (or 'fill in') is used specifically for completing forms or documents by providing required information. In American English, 'fill out' is more common for entire documents, while 'fill in' often refers to individual blanks.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa kerja 'fill out' (atau 'fill in') digunakan khusus untuk melengkapkan borang atau dokumen dengan memberikan maklumat yang diperlukan. Dalam bahasa Inggeris Amerika, 'fill out' lebih biasa digunakan untuk keseluruhan dokumen, manakala 'fill in' biasanya merujuk kepada mengisi ruang kosong tertentu.
Please ensure you fill out the customs declaration form before landing.
Pastikan anda melengkapkan borang pengisytiharan kastam sebelum mendarat.
EN: The use of the Past Simple tense ('filled') here indicates a completed action in the past that happened at a specific time (on the plane). It emphasizes the completion of the task before the current interaction.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan masa lalu mudah ('filled') di sini menunjukkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa tertentu pada masa lalu (di atas kapal terbang). Ia menekankan bahawa tugas itu telah diselesaikan sebelum perbualan semasa berlaku.
I finished the report during my commute this morning.
Saya menyelesaikan laporan itu pagi ini semasa dalam perjalanan ke tempat kerja.
EN: In international travel, proactively mentioning that you completed forms 'on the plane' signals to the immigration officer that you are prepared and organized, which can lead to a smoother entry process.
EN: The use of 'could' instead of 'can' functions as a modal of politeness, creating a formal distance appropriate for official interactions such as customs or immigration.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan 'could' dan bukan 'can' berfungsi sebagai kata bantu modal untuk kesopanan, mewujudkan jarak profesional dan rasa hormat yang sesuai untuk situasi formal seperti pemeriksaan kastam atau imigresen.
Could you please clarify the terms of the agreement?
Bolehkah anda menjelaskan terma perjanjian itu?
EN: The phrase 'the purpose of your visit' uses a noun phrase structure (Noun + of + Noun) to specify the reason for an action, which is more formal than using a 'why' clause.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'the purpose of your visit' menggunakan struktur frasa nama (Kata Nama + of + Kata Nama) untuk menyatakan sebab tindakan dengan lebih formal daripada klausa yang menggunakan 'why'.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget.
Tujuan mesyuarat ini adalah untuk membincangkan belanjawan.
EN: In immigration contexts, officials use standardized, formal language to maintain neutrality and authority. 'Purpose of visit' is a fixed administrative phrase used globally in English-speaking border controls.
EN: The adverb 'primarily' is used to indicate the most important reason or purpose. In formal contexts, it is often placed after the 'be' verb to establish a clear hierarchy of intent.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata keterangan 'primarily' digunakan untuk menunjukkan sebab atau tujuan yang paling penting. Dalam konteks formal, ia biasanya diletakkan selepas kata kerja 'be' untuk mewujudkan hierarki niat yang jelas.
The research is primarily concerned with the effects of climate change on biodiversity.
Kajian ini terutamanya memberi tumpuan kepada kesan perubahan iklim terhadap biodiversiti.
EN: The conjunction 'though' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that adds a contrasting statement or a secondary piece of information, making the tone more nuanced and less blunt than 'but'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata hubung 'though' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan klausa yang menambah pernyataan kontrastif atau maklumat sekunder, menjadikan nada lebih terperinci dan kurang keras daripada 'but'.
He decided to buy the car, though he knew it was slightly over his budget.
Dia memutuskan untuk membeli kereta itu, walaupun dia tahu ia sedikit melebihi bajetnya.
EN: The verb 'intend' followed by an infinitive ('to do') expresses a formal plan or purpose. It is more sophisticated than 'want to' or 'plan to' in professional or official settings.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'intend' diikuti oleh infinitif ('to do') menyatakan rancangan atau tujuan formal. Dalam konteks profesional atau formal, ia lebih sesuai dan tepat daripada 'want to' atau 'plan to'.
We intend to expand our operations into the European market next year.
Kami berhasrat untuk mengembangkan perniagaan ke pasaran Eropah pada tahun hadapan.
EN: In immigration contexts, being specific about your primary purpose (e.g., a convention) while acknowledging secondary activities (e.g., sightseeing) is seen as being transparent and cooperative. Using 'certainly' at the start of a response is a common way to show politeness and willingness to comply with an official's request.
EN: The use of 'would' in this context is a 'distancing' technique used to increase politeness and formality. It softens the directness of the question compared to 'what is'.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan 'would' dalam konteks ini adalah teknik 'penjarakan' yang digunakan untuk meningkatkan kesopanan dan formaliti. Ia melembutkan nada soalan berbanding dengan penggunaan langsung 'what is'.
What would be the most convenient time for our meeting?
Bilakah masa yang paling sesuai untuk mesyuarat kami bagi anda?
EN: The placement of the adverb 'exactly' at the end of the sentence serves as a post-modifier to emphasize the need for precision, common in official or administrative inquiries.
Bahasa Melayu: Penempatan kata keterangan 'exactly' di akhir ayat berfungsi sebagai penekanan untuk menuntut ketepatan, yang sangat biasa dalam pertanyaan rasmi atau pentadbiran.
How much did the repairs cost exactly?
Berapakah kos pembaikan itu sebenarnya?
EN: In immigration and customs contexts, officers often use polite but firm language. Phrases like 'That sounds wonderful' are used to maintain a friendly diplomatic atmosphere while performing security duties.
EN: The Future Continuous tense ('will be staying') is used here to describe a planned action in the future. In a formal context like immigration, it sounds more polite and less demanding than 'I will stay,' as it implies the duration is part of a pre-arranged itinerary.
Bahasa Melayu: Masa Depan Berterusan (will be staying) digunakan di sini untuk menerangkan tindakan masa depan yang telah dirancang. Dalam situasi formal seperti pemeriksaan imputen, ini lebih sopan dan tidak menonjol daripada 'I will stay' kerana ia menunjukkan bahawa tempoh penginapan itu adalah sebahagian daripada jadual yang telah diatur.
We will be hosting a gala dinner next Friday evening.
Kami akan mengadakan majlis makan malam besar pada Jumaat depan.
EN: The present participle 'departing' acts as a reduced relative clause (which departs) or a supplementary adjunct, providing additional information about the timeline of the stay without starting a new sentence.
Bahasa Melayu: Partikel kini 'departing' digunakan di sini sebagai klausa relatif yang diringkaskan (yang berlepas) atau sebagai penerang tambahan untuk memberikan maklumat tambahan tentang jadual penginapan tanpa memulakan ayat baru, menjadikan ayat lebih ringkas.
The train leaves at noon, arriving in London at 3 PM.
Kereta api itu berlepas pada tengah hari dan tiba di London pada pukul tiga petang.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, when stating dates, the ordinal number (twenty-eighth) is used rather than the cardinal number (twenty-eight). Additionally, providing a specific departure date at immigration is seen as a sign of a well-prepared and legitimate traveler.
EN: The verb 'declare' in a customs context is a transitive verb used to officially state goods or money being brought into a country that may be subject to tax or restrictions.
Bahasa Melayu: Dalam konteks kastam, kata kerja 'declare' ialah kata kerja transitif yang digunakan untuk menyatakan secara rasmi barang atau wang yang dibawa masuk ke negara yang mungkin dikenakan cukai atau terhad.
Failure to declare restricted items can lead to heavy fines or confiscation.
Kegagalan untuk mengisytiharkan barang yang terhad boleh menyebabkan denda berat atau rampasan.
EN: The use of the em-dash (—) here serves to introduce a list of appositives that elaborate on the indefinite pronoun 'anything', providing specific examples of what might need to be declared.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan tanda sempang (—) di sini berfungsi untuk memperkenalkan senarai appositif yang memperincikan kata ganti tak tentu 'anything', memberikan contoh khusus barang yang perlu diisytikkan.
He had only one goal — to win the championship.
Dia hanya mempunyai satu matlamat — untuk memenangi kejuaraan.
EN: In international travel, 'anything to declare' refers to the Red Channel/Green Channel system. Even if you are unsure, it is culturally and legally safer in English-speaking countries to declare items and let the officer decide, rather than risking a penalty for non-disclosure.
EN: The use of 'do' here is an emphatic auxiliary verb used to affirm a previous question ('Do you have anything to declare?'). It avoids repetition of the full verb phrase while providing strong confirmation.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan 'do' di sini ialah kata bantu penekan yang digunakan untuk mengesahkan soalan sebelumnya ('Adakah anda mempunyai apa-apa untuk diisytikkan?'). Ia mengelakkan pengulangan keseluruhan frasa kerja sambil memberikan pengesahan yang kuat.
I don't usually eat spicy food, but I do enjoy a good curry occasionally.
Saya biasanya tidak makan pedas, tetapi saya kadang-kadang 'sangat' suka kari.
EN: The preposition 'as' is used here to function as a complement, indicating the role or purpose of the coffee beans (serving the purpose of samples).
Bahasa Melayu: Kata sendi nama 'as' digunakan di sini sebagai pelengkap, menunjukkan peranan atau tujuan biji kopi (sebagai sampel).
She joined the firm as a junior consultant.
Dia menyertai syarikat itu sebagai perunding junior.
EN: In international travel, 'specialty coffee beans' are often subject to agricultural inspection. Using precise terminology like 'commercially sealed' or 'samples' helps clarify that the items are not for illegal resale or environmental risk.
EN: The use of the past tense 'Were you aware' functions as a polite, formal inquiry into the speaker's state of knowledge at the time of the action, often used in official or legal contexts to establish accountability.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan masa lampau 'Were you aware' berfungsi sebagai pertanyaan yang sopan dan formal dalam konteks rasmi atau undang-undang, untuk menanyakan keadaan pengetahuan seseorang pada masa tindakan itu berlaku, sering digunakan untuk menetapkan tanggungjawab atau mengesahkan pematuhan.
Were you aware of the specific terms and conditions before signing the contract?
Adakah anda mengetahui terma dan syarat khusus sebelum menandatangani kontrak?
EN: The structure 'prohibited from + [verb-ing]' is a formal passive construction indicating a legal or regulatory ban on a specific activity.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur 'prohibited from + [kata kerja]' ialah penggunaan pasif formal yang menunjukkan bahawa undang-undang atau peraturan melarang aktiviti tertentu.
Unauthorized personnel are strictly prohibited from entering the laboratory.
Orang yang tidak diberi kuasa dilarang masuk ke dalam makmal.
EN: In international travel, customs officers use precise, formal language to maintain authority and ensure clarity. 'Prohibited' is a high-register word used in legal notices; in casual speech, one might say 'not allowed'.
EN: The adverb 'beforehand' is used to indicate that an action was completed prior to a specific event or time. In formal contexts, it often emphasizes preparation and compliance with regulations.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata keterangan 'beforehand' digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu tindakan telah diselesaikan sebelum peristiwa atau masa tertentu. Dalam konteks formal, ia sering menekankan persediaan awal dan pematuhan kepada peraturan.
We need to submit the application forms beforehand to avoid any delays.
Kami perlu menghantar borang permohonan terlebih dahulu untuk mengelakkan sebarang kelewatan.
EN: The use of compound adjectives (adverb + past participle) like 'commercially sealed' and 'fully certified' functions as a predicate adjective phrase. This structure is common in technical or legal descriptions to provide precise details about the state of an object.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan kata adjektif majmuk (kata keterangan + partikel lampau) seperti 'commercially sealed' (dimeterai secara komersial) dan 'fully certified' (diperakui sepenuhnya) sebagai frasa adjektif predikatif. Struktur ini biasa dalam penerangan teknikal atau undang-undang untuk memberikan butiran tepat tentang keadaan objek.
The documents are electronically signed and legally binding.
Dokumen-dokumen ini telah ditandatangani secara elektronik dan mengikat dari segi undang-undang.
EN: In international travel, declaring items and demonstrating proactive compliance (using terms like 'checked beforehand' and 'certified') is crucial. Customs officers appreciate travelers who have researched agricultural restrictions, as many countries have strict biosecurity laws to protect local ecosystems.
EN: The phrase 'Would you mind if I + past tense verb' is a highly polite, indirect way to ask for permission. Using the past tense (subjunctive mood) creates a 'hypothetical distance' that makes the request less intrusive and more formal.
Bahasa Melayu: Corak ayat "Would you mind if I + kata kerja lampau" ialah cara yang sangat sopan dan tidak langsung untuk meminta kebenaran. Penggunaan kata kerja lampau (mood subjungtif) mewujudkan 'jarak hipotesis' yang menjadikan permintaan itu kurang menonjol dan lebih formal.
Would you mind if I borrowed your laptop for a moment?
Adakah anda keberatan jika saya meminjam komputer riba anda?
EN: The adjective 'reassuring' is the present participle form used to describe something that removes doubts or fears. It differs from 'reassured' (the feeling of the person) by focusing on the quality of the situation or information itself.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adjektif 'reassuring' ialah bentuk partisipel kini yang digunakan untuk menerangkan sesuatu yang menghilangkan keraguan atau ketakutan. Ia berbeza daripada 'reassured' (perasaan seseorang) kerana ia menumpukan pada sifat situasi atau maklumat itu sendiri.
It was reassuring to hear that the flight was on time.
Mendengar bahawa penerbangan itu tepat pada masanya sungguh melegakan.
EN: In customs and immigration contexts, officers use polite but firm language. Phrases like 'Would you mind' are standard professional register, balancing the authority of the officer with a service-oriented demeanor. It is expected that the traveler complies immediately despite the 'polite request' format.
EN: The phrase 'Not at all' is a polite response used to grant permission or to emphasize that a request is not an inconvenience. In this context, it functions as a polite 'Yes' to the officer's request to see the packaging.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'Not at all' ialah respons sopan yang digunakan untuk membenarkan permintaan atau menekankan bahawa permintaan itu bukan satu beban. Dalam konteks ini, ia berfungsi sebagai jawapan afirmatif yang sopan terhadap permintaan pegawai untuk memeriksa bungkusan.
Would you mind if I opened the window? Not at all.
Adakah anda keberatan jika saya membuka tingkap? Tidak sama sekali.
EN: The prepositional phrase 'along with' is used to introduce an additional item that accompanies the primary subject. It is more formal than 'and' and is commonly used in administrative or legal contexts.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa sendi nama 'along with' digunakan untuk memperkenalkan item tambahan yang mengiringi subjek utama. Ia lebih formal daripada 'and' dan sering digunakan dalam konteks pentadbiran atau undang-undang.
Please submit the application form along with two passport-sized photos.
Sila hantar borang permohonan bersama-sama dengan dua keping gambar bersaiz pasport.
EN: In international travel, a 'Certificate of Origin' is a formal document certifying that goods in a particular export shipment are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. Providing this voluntarily shows transparency and compliance with customs laws.
EN: The phrase 'Had you not brought' is an inverted conditional structure used in formal English. It replaces 'If you had not brought' by moving the auxiliary verb 'had' to the beginning and omitting 'if'. This is common in professional or legal contexts to sound more authoritative or precise.
Bahasa Melayu: 'Had you not brought' ialah struktur ayat bersyarat yang disongsangkan yang digunakan dalam bahasa Inggeris formal. Ia menggantikan 'If you had not brought' dengan memindahkan kata bantu 'had' ke awal ayat dan menggugurkan 'if'. Ini biasa dalam konteks profesional atau undang-undang, menjadikan nada lebih berwibawa atau tepat.
Had we known about the delay, we would have taken the train.
Jika kami tahu akan berlaku kelewatan, kami akan menaiki kereta api pada masa itu.
EN: The structure 'would have had to' is the past unreal conditional form of 'must' or 'have to'. It expresses a hypothetical necessity in the past—something that would have been required if circumstances had been different.
Bahasa Melayu: Struktur 'would have had to' ialah bentuk bersyarat tidak nyata masa lalu bagi 'must' atau 'have to'. Ia menyatakan keperluan hipotesis masa lalu—iaitu, sesuatu yang sepatutnya dilakukan jika keadaan berbeza.
If the store had been closed, I would have had to go elsewhere.
Jika kedai itu ditutup pada masa itu, saya terpaksa pergi ke tempat lain.
EN: In customs and immigration contexts, 'in order' is a standard professional term meaning all documents are valid and comply with regulations. The use of formal grammar (inversion) by the officer maintains a professional distance and emphasizes the seriousness of legal requirements.
EN: The adjective 'glad' is followed by a zero-relative clause (that-clause with 'that' omitted), which functions as an adjectival complement to express the reason for the emotion.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata adjektif 'glad' diikuti oleh klausa relatif sifar (klausa yang 'that' digugurkan) yang berfungsi sebagai pelengkap adjektif untuk menjelaskan sebab emosi tersebut.
I'm glad you found the documents useful for your research.
Saya gembira anda merasakan dokumen-dokumen ini berguna untuk penyelidikan anda.
EN: The phrase 'Better safe than sorry' is an elliptical proverb where the verb 'It is' is omitted. It functions as a fixed idiomatic expression to justify taking precautions.
Bahasa Melayu: 'Better safe than sorry' ialah peribahasa eliptikal yang menggugurkan kata kerja 'It is'. Ia digunakan sebagai simpulan bahasa tetap untuk mewajarkan langkah berjaga-jaga.
I'll double-check the locks; better safe than sorry.
Saya akan periksa semula kunci itu; lebih selamat daripada menyesal.
EN: The phrase 'as they say' is a common discourse marker used to introduce a well-known proverb or cliché, acknowledging that the speaker is using a common expression.
Bahasa Melayu: 'As they say' ialah penanda wacana yang biasa digunakan untuk memperkenalkan peribahasa atau ungkapan yang terkenal, menunjukkan bahawa penutur sedar bahawa dia sedang menggunakan ungkapan yang popular.
Time flies, as they say, when you're having fun.
Seperti yang orang kata, masa yang gembira selalu berlalu dengan cepat.
EN: The phrase 'Better safe than sorry' reflects a common Western cultural value of pragmatism and individual responsibility, especially when dealing with bureaucracy or legal regulations. Using 'as they say' softens the use of a cliché, making the speaker sound more sophisticated and self-aware.
EN: The Future Continuous tense ('will be staying') is used here to inquire about a planned future event in a polite, indirect manner. In formal contexts like customs or hospitality, it sounds less intrusive than the simple future 'where will you stay', as it focuses on the course of the action rather than the traveler's intent.
Bahasa Melayu: Masa depan berkelanjutan (will be staying) digunakan di sini untuk bertanya tentang peristiwa masa depan yang telah dirancang dengan cara yang sopan dan tidak langsung. Dalam situasi formal seperti kastam atau perkhidmatan, ini kedengaran kurang agresif daripada masa depan mudah (where will you stay) kerana ia memberi tumpuan kepada proses perjalanan, bukan niat peribadi pengembara.
Will you be attending the gala dinner this evening?
Adakah anda akan menghadiri majlis makan malam rasmi malam ini?
EN: The phrase 'during your time here' acts as a temporal prepositional phrase. 'During' is used to indicate that the action (staying) occurs within the duration of a specific period (the visit).
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa 'during your time here' berfungsi sebagai frasa sendi nama masa. 'During' digunakan untuk menunjukkan bahawa sesuatu tindakan (tinggal) berlaku dalam tempoh tertentu (semasa lawatan).
Please keep your identification with you at all times during your time in the city.
Semasa berada di bandar itu, pastikan anda membawa kad pengenalan diri anda.
EN: In immigration and formal administrative contexts, officials often use 'Indeed' to acknowledge a previous statement before moving to a new topic. The use of 'One last thing' is a common conversational strategy to signal that the interaction is nearing its end, which helps to put the traveler at ease.
EN: The use of the present perfect ('I've booked') indicates a completed action in the past that has direct relevance to the current situation (the immigration check). It emphasizes the state of having a reservation rather than the specific time it was made.
Bahasa Melayu: Penggunaan masa kini sempurna ('I've booked') menunjukkan tindakan yang telah selesai pada masa lalu yang berkaitan secara langsung dengan keadaan semasa (pemeriksaan imputen). Ia menekankan 'keadaan memiliki tempahan' sekarang, bukan masa tertentu tempahan itu dibuat.
I've already arranged transportation to the venue.
Saya telah mengatur pengangkutan ke tempat acara.
EN: The sentence uses a non-restrictive relative clause starting with ', which'. This provides additional, non-essential information about the hotel. In speech, this is marked by a slight pause before 'which'.
Bahasa Melayu: Ayat ini menggunakan klausa relatif bukan restriktif yang bermula dengan ', which'. Ini memberikan maklumat tambahan yang tidak penting tentang hotel. Dalam pertuturan, biasanya terdapat jeda kecil sebelum 'which'.
We stayed at the Hilton, which is conveniently located downtown.
Kami tinggal di Hotel Hilton, yang terletak di pusat bandar dan sangat mudah untuk pengangkutan.
EN: In immigration contexts, providing the specific name of a hotel and its proximity to your primary destination (like a convention center) is seen as a sign of a well-planned, legitimate trip, which helps facilitate a smoother entry process.
EN: The phrasal verb 'check out' is used intransitively here to mean that information or facts are found to be correct, consistent, or satisfactory after an investigation.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa kerja 'check out' digunakan sebagai kata kerja tak transitif di sini untuk bermaksud bahawa selepas siasatan atau semakan, maklumat atau fakta didapati betul, konsisten, atau memuaskan.
The police investigated his alibi, and everything checked out.
Polis menyiasat alibi beliau, dan semuanya terbukti benar.
EN: The adjective phrase 'free to [verb]' indicates that there are no legal, physical, or social restrictions preventing someone from performing an action.
Bahasa Melayu: Frasa adjektif 'free to [kata kerja]' menunjukkan bahawa tiada halangan undang-undang, fizikal, atau sosial yang menghalang seseorang daripada melakukan sesuatu tindakan, bermaksud 'boleh melakukan sesuatu dengan bebas'.
Once the meeting is over, you are free to leave.
Sebaik sahaja mesyuarat tamat, anda bebas untuk pergi.
EN: In professional service contexts like customs or high-end hotels, phrases like 'Everything checks out' and 'Free to proceed' maintain a balance between authoritative clearance and polite hospitality.
EN: The Present Perfect tense ('have been') combined with the adjective 'thorough' describes a state or behavior that has characterized the person's actions throughout the entire interaction up to the present moment.
Bahasa Melayu: Masa kini sempurna (have been) digabungkan dengan kata adjektif 'thorough' menerangkan keadaan atau sifat yang telah berterusan dalam tingkah laku seseorang sejak permulaan interaksi hingga kini.
The committee has been very supportive of our proposal since the beginning.
Jawatankuasa itu sangat menyokong cadangan kami sejak awal.
EN: The verb 'appreciate' is followed by a noun clause starting with 'how' to specify the degree or manner of the action being praised. This is a more sophisticated way to express gratitude than a simple 'thank you'.
Bahasa Melayu: Kata kerja 'appreciate' diikuti oleh klausa kata nama yang bermula dengan 'how' untuk menyatakan secara khusus tahap atau cara tindakan yang dipuji. Ini menunjukkan rasa terima kasih yang lebih matang dan berlapis daripada sekadar 'thank you'.
I appreciate how quickly you handled the emergency.
Saya menghargai kecekapan anda dalam mengendalikan kecemasan ini.
EN: In Western professional culture, especially in service or administrative interactions, it is common and highly valued to acknowledge someone's specific effort (like being 'thorough') rather than just giving a generic 'thank you'. Using the person's first name, if known, adds a touch of personal respect and rapport.
Kosa kata utama dengan sebutan IPA, definisi, contoh ayat, dan kuiz interaktif.
Dalam konteks: terutamanya, terutama
Dalam konteks: tempoh, masa
Dalam konteks: berlepas, pergi (meninggalkan sesuatu tempat)
Dalam konteks: (kepada kastam) mengisytikkan
Dalam konteks: Dilarang, diharamkan
Dalam konteks: Peraturan, undang-undang kecil
Dalam konteks: Bersijil, disahkan
Dalam konteks: Menyenangkan hati, melegakan
Dalam konteks: Dokumentasi, bukti bertulis
Dalam konteks: Rampas, sita
Dalam konteks: Teliti, menyeluruh dan terperinci
Frasa dengan label jenis, definisi dwibahasa, nota penggunaan, dan contoh ayat.
To complete a form or document by writing information in the spaces provided.
Mengisi (borang, dokumen)
It is wiser to take precautions than to regret being careless later.
Lebih baik berhati-hati daripada menyesal kemudian
According to the rules or the law; correct and complete.
Teratur, mengikut peraturan, lengkap
To be found to be true or correct after investigation.
Terbukti benar, selaras dengan fakta
A document used in international trade to state the country where goods were produced.
Sijil Tempat Asal
A form used by some countries to collect information about travelers who are not citizens of that country.
Kad ketibaan
To make a full statement of property or goods liable to duty when passing through customs.
Mengisytiharkan
To be found to be true, accurate, or consistent after investigation.
Terbukti betul / Sah