terima
Exemples
Saya menerima hadiah dari teman.
I received a gift from a friend.
Dia menerima tawaran pekerjaan itu.
He accepted the job offer.
Bisakah Anda menerima panggilan ini?
Can you receive this call?
Kami menerima kritik dengan lapang dada.
We accept criticism openly.
Surat itu belum diterima.
The letter has not been received yet.
Collocations courantes
Comment l'utiliser
Notes d'usage
'Terima' is a versatile word. While 'menerima' is the active verb, you'll frequently encounter 'terima' in fixed expressions like 'terima kasih' and in more formal or concise contexts. The prefix 'me-' transforms it into an active transitive verb.
Astuces
Origine du mot
From Proto-Malayic *tərima, from Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *tarima (to accept, to receive).
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'terima kasih' (thank you) is deeply ingrained in Indonesian culture, highlighting the importance of acknowledging kindness and gratitude. Accepting things gracefully, even challenges, is also valued.
Astuce mémo
Think of 'terima' as 'terrific' receiving or accepting something.
Questions fréquentes
3 questions'Terima' is the base form, often used in commands or polite requests (e.g., 'Terima kasih' - receive kindness/thank you). 'Menerima' is the active verb form, meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept', and is more commonly used in sentences.
The most common way to say 'thank you' is 'terima kasih', which literally means 'receive kindness'.
Yes, 'terima' can also be used for emotional acceptance, such as 'menerima kenyataan' (to accept the reality) or 'menerima takdir' (to accept fate).
Exemples
5 sur 5Saya menerima hadiah dari teman.
I received a gift from a friend.
Dia menerima tawaran pekerjaan itu.
He accepted the job offer.
Bisakah Anda menerima panggilan ini?
Can you receive this call?
Kami menerima kritik dengan lapang dada.
We accept criticism openly.
Surat itu belum diterima.
The letter has not been received yet.
