Everyday Activities
Kosakata Dasar Bahasa Inggris - Bagian 1 · 50 pelajaran
What does “Grocery Shopping” mean?
Correct Answer (A):
"Grocery shopping" means the act of buying food and other items at a supermarket or store. This is what people do when they go to get groceries for their home.
Why B is wrong:
Option B says "selling" (menjual) food and items, which describes what store employees or owners do—not what grocery shopping is. Grocery shopping is from the customer's perspective, not the seller's.
What does “Breakfast” mean?
A is correct because "breakfast" literally means "breaking the fast" after sleeping—it's the first meal of the day, eaten in the morning.
B is wrong because that describes dinner or supper (the last meal of the day, eaten at night), not breakfast.
What does “Shopping” mean?
A is correct: Shopping means the activity of buying goods from a store. This is the standard definition of the word.
B is wrong: Returning items to a store is a different activity (sometimes called a "return" or "exchange"). While it might happen at a store, it's not what shopping means. Shopping is specifically about purchasing, not returning.
What does “Walk” mean?
A is correct: "Walk" means moving on foot from one place to another—this is the literal definition of the word.
B is wrong: A walk uses your own legs, not a vehicle. If you're traveling by car, bus, or bike, that's not walking—that's riding or driving.
What does “Rest” mean?
A is correct. "Rest" means a period of relaxation or inactivity—when your body and mind take a break from work or exercise to recover and recharge.
B is wrong because it describes the opposite. Intense activity is the opposite of rest; rest is when you stop being active.
What does “Workout” mean?
A is correct: "Workout" means a session of physical exercise or training. It refers to intentional, often vigorous physical activity done to improve fitness or health.
B is wrong: This describes the opposite of a workout. Relaxation and inactivity are rest, not exercise. A workout is active, not passive.
What does “Television” mean?
Option A is correct because it accurately describes television as an electronic system that transmits images and sound by converting light and sound into electrical signals, then back into visible light and audible sound—which is exactly what television does.
Option B is wrong because it describes literature or drama (sastra/drama), which are forms of written or performed art. Literature has nothing to do with how television technology works.
What does “Reading” mean?
Correct Answer (A): This is the accurate definition of reading. It captures the core meaning—interpreting written or printed material—and includes both common forms (silent reading and reading aloud).
Why B is wrong: It describes the opposite of reading. Ignoring or avoiding written material is not reading at all; it's the absence of reading.
What does “Dining” mean?
Why A is correct:
"Dining" means eating or having a meal, especially a formal or main meal. Option A correctly defines this as "the activity of eating food, especially a main meal."
Why B is wrong:
Option B says "the activity of fasting or not eating," which is the opposite of dining. Fasting means avoiding food, while dining means consuming food.
What does “Bedtime” mean?
Correct answer (A): "Bedtime" literally means the time when someone goes to bed/falls asleep. It's when you stop your day and prepare to sleep.
Why B is wrong: That describes "wake-up time" or "wake time"—the opposite of bedtime. Bedtime is when you're getting INTO bed, not when you're getting OUT of bed.
What does “House Chores” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "House chores" means tasks done to keep your home clean and organized. This matches the English meaning—chores are regular household duties like cleaning, tidying, and maintaining order.
Why B is wrong: Option B says chores are tasks to "keep chaos and disorder" in the home, which is the opposite of what chores actually do. Chores create order, not chaos.
What does “Grocery” mean?
Correct answer (A): This is the accurate definition of "grocery." A grocery store is a shop where people buy food and household items for home use—exactly what this option describes.
Why B is wrong: It directly contradicts what a grocery store is. A grocery is specifically a place *where* food and household goods *are* sold, not where they aren't sold. This option describes something like an empty building or a place that has nothing to do with groceries.
What does “Cooking” mean?
A is correct: Cooking is the process of preparing food by applying heat. Heat transforms raw ingredients into edible meals, making food safer and often more flavorful and digestible.
B is wrong: Cooling food doesn't cook it—it preserves it. Refrigeration or freezing actually stops cooking and slows food spoilage rather than preparing food through heat.
What does “Laundry” mean?
Correct answer (A): "Laundry" refers to clothes and bedding that need washing OR have just been washed. This is the standard definition—it's the actual items you wash, not dirty clothes you've already worn and set aside.
Why B is wrong: Option B says laundry is clothes that DON'T need washing or have been worn. This is backwards—laundry specifically means items that are dirty and ready for washing, or clean items fresh from washing. Worn clothes sitting in a pile waiting to be washed would be laundry, but "laundry" doesn't mean clothes you've decided NOT to wash.
What does “Commuting” mean?
A is correct: Commuting means traveling regularly between home and work—this is the standard definition.
B is wrong: This describes the opposite of commuting. Staying home and never going to work is not commuting at all; it's remote work or not working.
What does “Studying” mean?
A is correct because studying means *dedicating* time and attention to *gain* knowledge—this matches the definition of studying.
B is wrong because it says the opposite: it describes *neglecting* time and attention to *lose* knowledge, which is the opposite of what studying is.
What does “Cleaning” mean?
A is correct: "Cleaning" means making something *free from* dirt, marks, or stains. This is the actual definition of the word—removing unwanted substances to make something neat and hygienic.
B is wrong: This describes the *opposite* of cleaning. It says making something *full of* dirt, marks, or stains, which would be dirtying or soiling something, not cleaning it.
What does “Relaxing” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Relaxing" means to reduce tension or stress and provide comfort. When you relax, you let go of worry and feel at ease—like taking a deep breath after something stressful.
Why B is wrong: This option describes the *opposite* of relaxing. Increasing tension or stress and disturbing someone is what causes stress, not what relieves it. That would be "stressing" or "agitating," not relaxing.
What does “Gardening” mean?
A is correct: Gardening means actively caring for and cultivating plants in a garden as a hobby or activity. This captures the true definition—it's about growing and maintaining plants.
B is wrong: This describes neglecting and destroying a garden, which is the opposite of gardening. Gardening is constructive, not destructive.
What does “Picnicking” mean?
A is correct because "picnicking" means actively *participating* in an outdoor meal activity—going somewhere and eating packed food outside.
B is wrong because it says "avoiding" (menghindari) an outdoor meal. That's the opposite of what picnicking means. Picnicking is something you *do*, not something you avoid.
What does “Bathing” mean?
Correct Answer: A - Aksi mencuci diri di bak mandi
"Bathing" means washing your body, typically in a bathtub or similar container of water. This is the standard definition of the word.
Why B is wrong:
Option B says "the act of getting dirty in mud," which is the opposite of bathing. Bathing is about cleaning yourself, not making yourself dirty.
What does “Break” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Break" means to separate something into pieces suddenly or forcefully—like breaking a glass or breaking a stick. This is the primary definition of the word.
Why B is wrong: Option B describes the opposite meaning—it's about joining or uniting things together. That would be "join" or "unite," not "break." Breaking tears things apart, not puts them together.
What does “Napping” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Untuk tidur dalam jangka waktu yang singkat"
- Napping means taking a short sleep, usually 10-30 minutes during the day. This is exactly what option A describes.
Why B is wrong:
- Option B says "to stay awake for a long time," which is the opposite of napping. Napping involves sleeping, not staying awake.
What does “Browsing” mean?
• A is correct: "Browsing" means scanning information casually or leisurely—you're looking through content without a specific deep goal, like flipping through a magazine or scrolling social media.
• B is wrong: This describes "analyzing" or "studying" information intensively, which is the opposite of browsing. Browsing is light and exploratory, not detailed or focused.
What does “Night Out” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Night Out" literally means a night spent *outside* the home doing enjoyable activities like celebrating, entertainment, dining, or socializing. It's a common phrase for going out for fun in the evening.
Why B is wrong: This describes the opposite—staying *home* to rest or sleep. That would be a "night in," not a "night out." The word "out" is the key: it indicates leaving your house.
What does “Exercising” mean?
Correct Answer (A): Exercising means physical activity that is *vigorous/intense* to maintain or improve health and fitness. This captures the essence of exercise—it requires effort and exertion to build strength, endurance, and overall wellness.
Why B is wrong: It says "relaxation activity" (aktivitas relaksasi), but exercise is the opposite. While relaxation is good for health, it's not what "exercising" means. Exercising involves effort and intensity, not leisure or rest.
What does “Eating” mean?
Why A is correct:
"Eating" means to consume or take food into your body, which is exactly what "aksi mengkonsumsi makanan" means in Indonesian.
Why B is wrong:
"Aksi mengeluarkan makanan" means "the action of removing/expelling food," which is the opposite of eating. This describes what happens when you vomit or spit out food, not eating.
What does “Celebrating” mean?
Correct Answer (A): Celebrating means marking an important event with enjoyable/fun activities. This captures the core meaning—celebrations are positive occasions where people come together to enjoy themselves.
Why B is wrong: "Berduka" means mourning or grieving, which is the opposite of celebrating. While people do mark important events with somber activities, that's not what "celebrating" means—that would be mourning or commemorating respectfully.
What does “Driving” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Driving" means actively controlling and operating a vehicle—you're behind the wheel making decisions about speed, direction, and steering.
Why B is wrong: Being a passenger means sitting in a vehicle someone else is operating. You're not driving; the driver is. Passengers don't control the vehicle.
What does “Chatting” mean?
Correct Answer: A - Aksi berbicara dengan santai (Casual speaking)
"Chatting" means having a relaxed, informal conversation—just talking casually with someone, often in a friendly way without a serious purpose.
Why B is wrong:
Option B says "maintaining silence," which is the opposite of chatting. Chatting requires communication and talking, not staying quiet.
What does “Journaling” mean?
Correct Answer: A – Aktivitas menjaga buku harian atau jurnal
"Journaling" means the practice of regularly writing in and maintaining a personal diary or journal. The word comes from "journal," so it refers to the act of keeping these records.
Why B is wrong:
"Membakar" means "to burn," which is the opposite of journaling. You don't burn your journal—you write in and preserve it. This option confuses the meaning entirely.
What does “Meditating” mean?
Why A is correct:
Meditation is fundamentally about focusing your mind deeply and intentionally for a period of time—whether on your breath, a thought, or nothing at all. This concentrated mental practice is what defines meditation across all traditions.
Why B is wrong:
This describes the opposite of meditation. Randomly disturbing or distracting your thoughts goes against the core purpose of meditation, which requires *control* and *focus*, not randomness.
What does “Stretching” mean?
Correct answer: A. Meregangkan anggota tubuh atau otot.
Stretching means to extend or lengthen your muscles and limbs—pulling them out to increase flexibility and range of motion. This is the actual definition of the word.
Why B is wrong: "Mengecilkan" means to make smaller or shrink, which is the opposite of what stretching does. Stretching lengthens muscles, not reduces them.
What does “Cycling” mean?
Why A is correct:
"Cycling" means the activity of riding a bicycle. This is the standard definition—it's a sport, hobby, or mode of transportation where you pedal and steer a bike.
Why B is wrong:
"Merusak" means "to damage" or "to destroy." Cycling is about *riding* a bike, not breaking it. This option misunderstands the word entirely.
What does “Hiking” mean?
A is correct because hiking is exactly that—a long walk, usually tiring, in rural or natural areas. It's an outdoor recreational activity involving sustained walking over distance.
B is wrong because it describes the opposite: restraining or avoiding walks in the countryside. Hiking is about actively going on walks, not avoiding them.
What does “Swimming” mean?
Correct answer (A): Swimming means propelling yourself through water using coordinated movements of your body—this is the accurate definition of the sport/activity.
Why B is wrong: "Sinking in water" describes drowning or an accident, not swimming. Swimming requires active movement and control, not passively sinking.
What does “Sewing” mean?
Correct answer (A): Sewing means joining or attaching things together with stitches using needle and thread. This is the actual definition of the word.
Why B is wrong: Tearing or ripping objects is the opposite of sewing. Sewing creates and strengthens connections, while tearing destroys them.
What does “Painting” mean?
Correct answer: A
Painting means applying colored substance to a surface — you're putting paint *on* something to create art or cover it. Option B is wrong because it describes the opposite action (removing paint), which would be stripping or cleaning, not painting.
What does “Running Errands” mean?
Correct Answer (A): Melakukan tugas singkat untuk orang lain (Doing short tasks for others)
- "Running errands" means completing small, quick jobs or tasks—like buying groceries, paying bills, or picking up packages—usually for someone else or for yourself.
Why B is wrong: Mengabaikan tugas untuk orang lain (Ignoring tasks for others)
- This means the opposite: to *ignore* or *neglect* tasks, not to do them. Running errands is about *doing* tasks, not avoiding them.
What does “Playing Games” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Playing games" literally means engaging in activities for fun and enjoyment. Games are recreational activities designed to entertain people, so this definition matches the phrase perfectly.
Why B is wrong: This option says the opposite—it describes *avoiding* recreational activities, which is the complete reverse of what "playing games" means. Playing games is an active, enjoyable pursuit, not abstaining from one.
What does “Baking” mean?
Correct Answer (A): Baking uses dry heat, typically in an oven, to cook food. This is the standard definition—think of baking bread, cookies, or cakes where heat surrounds the food in an enclosed space.
Why B is wrong: That describes boiling or steaming (wet heat methods), not baking. Wet heat cooks food in liquid, which is a completely different cooking technique.
What does “Inquiring” mean?
Correct Answer: A. Meminta informasi (Asking for information)
"Inquiring" means to ask questions or seek information. When you inquire, you're requesting details or knowledge from someone else.
Why B is wrong:
"Memberikan informasi" means "giving/providing information"—that's the opposite action. If you're inquiring, you're the one asking, not the one providing answers.
What does “Listening To Music” mean?
Correct Answer: A – Tindakan sengaja mendengar melodi atau harmoni
- "Listening to music" means actively and intentionally hearing the melodies and harmonies. This is the core definition—it's a deliberate action where you pay attention to sounds.
Why B is wrong:
- Option B says "ignoring melody or harmony," which is the opposite of listening. Ignoring music is not listening to it.
What does “Watching Movies” mean?
Correct Answer: A
"Watching movies" means to observe or view a filmed story for entertainment. The word "mengamati" (observe/watch) accurately describes the action of looking at and paying attention to a film.
Why B is wrong:
"Mengabaikan" means to ignore or disregard—the opposite of watching. If you ignore a movie, you're not watching it at all.
What does “Gossiping” mean?
Correct answer (A): Gossiping is casual, informal talk about other people—often sharing personal details or rumors. This matches the definition exactly.
Why B is wrong: Formal, public conversations about academic topics describe things like lectures, seminars, or presentations—the opposite of gossiping. Gossiping is informal and personal, not formal and academic.
What does “Dog Walking” mean?
Correct Answer (A): "Dog walking" means taking a dog outside for exercise. This is the standard definition—walking a dog outdoors provides physical activity and fresh air, which dogs need for their health and well-being.
Why B is wrong: Walking a dog indoors for rest contradicts what dog walking actually is. Indoors is where dogs rest naturally; dog walking is specifically an outdoor activity for exercise and stimulation.
What does “Attending Concerts” mean?
A is correct: "Attending" means actively going to and being present at an event. A concert is a live music performance. So "attending concerts" = going to watch live music performances.
B is wrong: "Menghindari" means "avoiding" or "staying away from"—the opposite of attending. If you attend something, you're there, not avoiding it.
What does “Sunbathing” mean?
Correct Answer (A):
"Sunbathing" literally means sitting or lying in direct sunlight to darken your skin. The word "sun" + "bathing" describes deliberately exposing yourself to the sun's rays.
Why B is wrong:
Option B describes the opposite—seeking shade to protect skin. That's sun *avoidance*, not sunbathing. Sunbathing requires direct sun exposure, not protection from it.
What does “Window Shopping” mean?
A is correct because "window shopping" means browsing displayed items just for looking, not buying. You're enjoying the view without purchasing intent.
B is wrong because it says you're *ignoring* the displayed items, which is the opposite of window shopping. Window shopping is about actively looking at items, just not buying them.
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