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Breakdown of Mereka belajar perlahan supaya tidak lupa.
mereka
they
belajar
to learn
supaya
so that
perlahan
slowly
tidak
not
lupa
to forget
Questions & Answers about Mereka belajar perlahan supaya tidak lupa.
What does Mereka mean in English?
Mereka means they in English. It's used to refer to a group of people.
Why is belajar used here, and does it mean to learn or to study?
In Malay, belajar can mean both to learn and to study, covering the range of actively gaining knowledge, much like in English.
What is the role of perlahan in this sentence?
Perlahan means slowly or gently. It describes the manner in which they are learning or studying, emphasizing a slow pace.
Is there a difference between supaya and agar?
Both supaya and agar convey the meaning of so that or in order to. They are often interchangeable, though agar can sometimes sound slightly more formal or literary.
Could I say perlahan-lahan instead of perlahan?
Yes, perlahan-lahan is perfectly acceptable. It conveys the same meaning of slowly but can sound more emphatic or drawn out.
Why do we use tidak lupa instead of jangan lupa?
Tidak lupa literally means do not forget in the sense of preventing forgetfulness from happening. Jangan lupa (also do not forget) is more of an imperative or direct command, like telling someone don’t forget! In this sentence, tidak lupa describes the intention to avoid forgetting in a more general or explanatory way.
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