When we want to express that an action or event is going to happen in the future, we use 'akan'. It's a very common word in Indonesian and essential for talking about future plans or predictions. Think of it like the English word "will" or "shall".
§ What "Akan" Means
The Indonesian word akan is an adverb that directly translates to "will" or "shall" in English. It's used to indicate a future action or event. Think of it as the future tense marker in Indonesian. Just like in English, when you say "I will eat," you're talking about something that hasn't happened yet but is planned or expected to happen. In Indonesian, you'd use akan to convey the same idea.
- DEFINITION
- Will or shall
Unlike English, where "will" can also sometimes express willingness (e.g., "I will help you"), akan primarily focuses on the future aspect of an action. It's a straightforward word that makes predicting or talking about the future very clear in Indonesian. You'll hear and use it constantly in everyday conversations.
§ When to Use "Akan"
You use akan to talk about actions that are:
- Planned: Something you intend to do.
- Expected: Something that is likely to happen.
- Certain: Something that definitely will happen.
It's placed directly before the verb in a sentence. This makes it very easy to integrate into your sentences once you get the hang of it. Let's look at some examples to make this concrete.
Saya akan pergi ke pasar besok. (I will go to the market tomorrow.)
In this example, "pergi" means "to go." By adding akan before it, we change the meaning to "will go," indicating a future action. The speaker has a plan to go to the market.
Dia akan datang jam tujuh malam. (He/She will come at seven in the evening.)
Here, "datang" means "to come." Adding akan signifies that his or her arrival is expected in the future, specifically at 7 PM. It's a statement about a future event that is anticipated.
Kami akan makan di restoran baru itu. (We will eat at that new restaurant.)
"Makan" means "to eat." With akan, it becomes "will eat," showing a future plan or intention to dine at the specified restaurant.
It's important to note that while akan is the most common way to express future tense, Indonesian sometimes uses context or time adverbs (like "besok" - tomorrow, or "nanti" - later) to imply future actions without explicitly using akan. However, for clarity and when you explicitly want to state "will" or "shall," akan is your go-to word.
§ "Akan" in Questions
You can also use akan when asking about future plans or events. The structure remains the same.
Anda akan pergi ke mana? (Where will you go?)
Here, the question asks about a future destination. The presence of akan clearly marks it as a query about a future action.
§ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Misplacing "Akan": Always put akan before the verb. Putting it after or in a different part of the sentence will sound unnatural or incorrect.
- Overusing it when context is clear: While useful, sometimes the future is implied by other words. For example, "Besok saya makan nasi goreng" (Tomorrow I eat fried rice) is perfectly understandable without akan, because "besok" already signals the future. However, using akan for emphasis or clarity is never wrong.
By understanding these simple rules and practicing with examples, you'll master the use of akan quickly. It's a fundamental building block for expressing future events in Indonesian, and once you have it down, you'll be able to talk about your plans, predictions, and expectations with confidence.
재미있는 사실
Akan is a common word found across many Malayo-Polynesian languages with similar meanings, showing its deep roots in the language family.
수준별 예문
Aku akan pergi ke pasar besok.
I will go to the market tomorrow.
Dia akan makan nasi goreng.
She will eat fried rice.
Kami akan belajar bahasa Indonesia.
We will study Indonesian.
Mereka akan datang jam delapan.
They will come at eight o'clock.
Kamu akan suka makanan ini.
You will like this food.
Bapak dan Ibu akan menonton film baru.
Mr. and Mrs. will watch the new movie.
Kucing itu akan tidur di sofa.
The cat will sleep on the sofa.
Hujan akan turun sebentar lagi.
It will rain soon.
Pemerintah akan segera mengumumkan kebijakan baru terkait penanganan pandemi.
The government will soon announce new policies regarding pandemic management.
Akan indicates a future action by the government.
Jika kamu terus berlatih dengan giat, kamu akan menguasai bahasa Indonesia dalam waktu singkat.
If you keep practicing diligently, you will master Indonesian in a short time.
Akan expresses a future outcome contingent on a condition.
Meskipun tantangan yang besar, kami akan tetap berkomitmen untuk mencapai tujuan ini.
Despite the big challenges, we will remain committed to achieving this goal.
Akan emphasizes determination and commitment for a future action.
Para ilmuwan akan melakukan penelitian lebih lanjut untuk menemukan solusi inovatif.
Scientists will conduct further research to find innovative solutions.
Akan indicates a planned future action by the scientists.
Jangan khawatir, dia akan datang tepat waktu untuk membantu kita menyelesaikan proyek ini.
Don't worry, he will come on time to help us finish this project.
Akan conveys an expectation or assurance of a future event.
Jika kita tidak bertindak sekarang, masalah ini akan semakin parah di masa depan.
If we don't act now, this problem will get worse in the future.
Akan highlights a negative future consequence if no action is taken.
Saya yakin tim kami akan meraih kemenangan gemilang dalam kompetisi mendatang.
I am confident our team will achieve a brilliant victory in the upcoming competition.
Akan expresses strong belief or prediction about a future event.
Meskipun ada kendala, mereka akan terus berjuang demi masa depan yang lebih baik.
Despite obstacles, they will continue to fight for a better future.
Akan signifies persistence and future effort despite difficulties.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
Saya akan pergi ke pasar.
I will go to the market.
Dia akan datang besok.
He/She will come tomorrow.
Kami akan makan malam di restoran.
We will have dinner at the restaurant.
Kamu akan tidur jam berapa?
What time will you sleep?
Mereka akan belajar bahasa Indonesia.
They will learn Indonesian.
Saya akan bekerja sampai malam.
I will work until night.
Kita akan coba lagi nanti.
We will try again later.
Dia akan membuat kue untuk pesta.
She will make a cake for the party.
Tolong, saya akan membantu Anda.
Please, I will help you.
Saya akan membeli buku baru.
I will buy a new book.
관용어 및 표현
"akan datang"
Next, coming (time-related)
Minggu akan datang kita akan pergi ke Bali. (Next week we will go to Bali.)
neutral"akan tetapi"
However, nevertheless
Saya lelah, akan tetapi saya harus menyelesaikan pekerjaan ini. (I am tired, however I must finish this work.)
formal"segera akan"
Soon will
Dia segera akan kembali. (He will soon be back.)
neutral"tidak akan"
Will not
Saya tidak akan melupakanmu. (I will not forget you.)
neutral"jangan akan"
Don't even think about (doing something)
Jangan akan berani menipu saya! (Don't even think about daring to deceive me!)
informal"mau akan"
Is going to, wants to
Dia mau akan makan nasi goreng. (He is going to eat fried rice.)
informal"akan saja"
Just going to, will just
Saya akan saja tidur. (I will just sleep.)
informal"apa yang akan"
What will (happen/be done)
Apa yang akan terjadi? (What will happen?)
neutral"siapa yang akan"
Who will
Siapa yang akan datang? (Who will come?)
neutral"akan jadi"
Will become, is going to be
Dia akan jadi seorang dokter. (She will become a doctor.)
neutral사용법
Akan is a versatile word in Indonesian, primarily indicating future actions or intentions. It's often compared to 'will' or 'shall' in English. You'll typically place it before the verb.
Examples:
- Saya akan pergi ke pasar. (I will go to the market.)
- Mereka akan belajar bahasa Indonesia. (They will study Indonesian.)
- Dia akan makan nasi goreng. (She/He will eat fried rice.)
Example:
- Hujan akan turun sebentar lagi. (It's going to rain soon.)
A common mistake for English speakers is directly translating 'will' in every context. While 'akan' often works, sometimes the future tense is implied by context or time markers, and 'akan' isn't always necessary. For example, 'Besok saya pergi ke Bali' (Tomorrow I go to Bali) is perfectly natural without 'akan' because 'besok' (tomorrow) already indicates the future.
Another mistake is confusing 'akan' with 'mau'. While both can indicate future actions, 'mau' often carries a stronger sense of desire or wanting to do something, whereas 'akan' is a more neutral indicator of future intent.
Incorrect: Saya mau belajar bahasa Indonesia, tapi saya tidak punya waktu. (I want to study Indonesian, but I don't have time.) (This implies desire, not just future action.)
Correct: Saya akan belajar bahasa Indonesia besok. (I will study Indonesian tomorrow.)
어원
Malay
원래 의미: will, shall
Austronesian문화적 맥락
In Indonesian, 'akan' is primarily a future tense marker, similar to 'will' or 'shall' in English. It's a very straightforward and essential word for indicating future actions or intentions. While there aren't deep cultural nuances tied specifically to 'akan' itself, its frequent use reflects the practicality and directness of everyday Indonesian communication.
실생활에서 연습하기
실제 사용 상황
Talking about future plans or intentions.
- Saya akan pergi ke Jakarta besok.
- Kami akan makan malam di restoran baru itu.
- Dia akan belajar bahasa Indonesia minggu depan.
Making predictions or expressing certainty about a future event.
- Hujan akan turun sebentar lagi.
- Pesawat akan tiba pukul tujuh.
- Dia akan sangat senang dengan hadiah ini.
Asking about someone's future actions or intentions.
- Apa yang akan kamu lakukan akhir pekan ini?
- Kapan kamu akan datang?
- Siapa yang akan membantu Anda?
Offering to do something or making a promise.
- Saya akan membantu Anda.
- Kami akan mencoba yang terbaik.
- Aku akan meneleponmu nanti.
Describing something that is about to happen.
- Pertunjukan akan segera dimulai.
- Kereta akan berangkat.
- Teleponku akan berdering.
대화 시작하기
"Apa yang akan kamu lakukan setelah kelas ini?"
"Kapan kamu akan mengunjungi keluarga Anda lagi?"
"Menurutmu, apa yang akan terjadi di masa depan?"
"Apakah ada yang akan kamu beli minggu ini?"
"Jika Anda bisa, ke mana Anda akan pergi berlibur?"
일기 주제
Tulis tentang tiga hal yang akan kamu lakukan besok dan mengapa.
Apa yang akan kamu lakukan dalam lima tahun ke depan? Rencanakan langkah-langkahnya.
Gambarlah situasi di mana kamu akan menggunakan kata 'akan' untuk menanyakan tentang rencana seseorang.
Tulis percakapan singkat dengan teman tentang apa yang akan kalian makan malam ini.
Refleksikan tentang sesuatu yang kamu harapkan akan terjadi dalam hidup Anda dan mengapa itu penting.
셀프 테스트 48 질문
Choose the correct translation for 'I will eat rice.'
In Indonesian, 'akan' (will) comes before the verb. So, 'Saya akan makan nasi' is correct.
Which sentence correctly uses 'akan'?
'Akan' is placed before the verb 'pergi' (to go) to indicate future action.
Complete the sentence: 'Kami ___ belajar bahasa Indonesia.'
To say 'We will study Indonesian', you use 'akan' before 'belajar' (to study).
The sentence 'Mereka akan datang.' means 'They will come.'
'Akan' indicates a future action, so 'mereka akan datang' means 'they will come'.
In the sentence 'Dia akan membaca buku.', 'akan' means 'already'.
'Akan' means 'will' or 'shall', not 'already'. The word for 'already' is 'sudah'.
You can use 'akan' to talk about something happening now.
'Akan' is used for future actions, not actions happening now. For 'now', you might use 'sedang'.
This sentence means 'I will eat.' The word order in Indonesian is typically Subject-Verb-Object.
This sentence means 'He/She will go.' The word 'akan' comes before the verb.
This sentence means 'We will study.' Remember 'akan' indicates future action.
Choose the correct translation for: 'Saya akan pergi ke pasar.'
'Akan' indicates future tense, so 'will go' is the correct translation.
Which sentence uses 'akan' correctly?
'Akan' is used for future actions. 'Besok' (tomorrow) correctly places the action in the future.
What is the opposite of 'akan' in terms of time?
'Akan' indicates future action, while 'sudah' indicates an action that has already occurred.
The sentence 'Dia akan pergi kemarin' (He will go yesterday) is grammatically correct.
'Akan' is used for future actions, but 'kemarin' (yesterday) indicates a past action. These words contradict each other.
'Akan' always means 'will' and can never mean 'shall'.
While 'will' is a common translation, 'akan' can also be translated as 'shall' depending on the context and desired nuance.
You can use 'akan' to express a plan or intention.
'Akan' is frequently used to convey future plans or intentions, similar to 'will' in English.
Listen for when 'she' will go to the market.
Listen for what 'we' will do later tonight.
Listen for what 'they' will study next week.
Read this aloud:
Saya akan minum kopi sekarang.
Focus: akan
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Read this aloud:
Kamu akan bekerja hari ini.
Focus: bekerja
당신의 답변:
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Read this aloud:
Dia akan datang jam tujuh.
Focus: datang
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Write a sentence in Indonesian using 'akan' to express a future plan. For example, 'Saya akan pergi ke pasar besok.' (I will go to the market tomorrow.)
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Sample answer
Kami akan makan malam di restoran baru itu nanti malam. (We will eat dinner at that new restaurant tonight.)
Imagine you are making a promise. Write an Indonesian sentence using 'akan' to express what you will do. For instance, 'Saya akan membantu Anda.' (I will help you.)
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Sample answer
Dia berjanji akan menelepon saya setelah sampai rumah. (He promised he will call me after arriving home.)
Write an Indonesian sentence using 'akan' to talk about something that is definitely going to happen. For example, 'Hujan akan turun sebentar lagi.' (It will rain soon.)
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Sample answer
Pelajaran akan dimulai dalam sepuluh menit. (The lesson will start in ten minutes.)
What will Budi and his sibling do tomorrow?
Read this passage:
Budi berkata kepada adiknya, 'Besok, kita akan pergi ke kebun binatang. Kita akan melihat banyak hewan.' Adiknya sangat senang mendengar berita itu.
What will Budi and his sibling do tomorrow?
The passage states 'Besok, kita akan pergi ke kebun binatang.' which means 'Tomorrow, we will go to the zoo.'
The passage states 'Besok, kita akan pergi ke kebun binatang.' which means 'Tomorrow, we will go to the zoo.'
When will the company launch the new product?
Read this passage:
Perusahaan itu akan meluncurkan produk baru bulan depan. Mereka berharap produk ini akan sukses besar di pasar.
When will the company launch the new product?
The passage says 'akan meluncurkan produk baru bulan depan,' meaning 'will launch a new product next month.'
The passage says 'akan meluncurkan produk baru bulan depan,' meaning 'will launch a new product next month.'
What is the weather forecast for tomorrow?
Read this passage:
Cuaca hari ini cerah, tapi prakiraan mengatakan besok akan ada badai. Kita harus bersiap.
What is the weather forecast for tomorrow?
The passage states 'besok akan ada badai,' meaning 'tomorrow there will be a storm.'
The passage states 'besok akan ada badai,' meaning 'tomorrow there will be a storm.'
Imagine you are planning a weekend trip to a new city in Indonesia. Write a short paragraph detailing what you will do there, using 'akan' to indicate future actions. Include at least three activities.
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Sample answer
Akhir pekan ini saya akan pergi ke Yogyakarta. Di sana, saya akan mengunjungi Candi Borobudur dan Prambanan. Setelah itu, saya akan mencoba makanan lokal yang terkenal seperti Gudeg. Saya juga akan membeli beberapa oleh-oleh untuk keluarga saya.
You are making New Year's resolutions. Write three sentences describing what you will and will not do next year, using 'akan' for future intentions.
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Sample answer
Tahun depan, saya akan belajar bahasa Indonesia setiap hari. Saya tidak akan menunda pekerjaan rumah saya lagi. Saya akan lebih sering berolahraga untuk menjaga kesehatan.
Describe a future event or plan, such as a concert, a meeting, or a party, in three to four sentences. Use 'akan' to describe at least two different actions or states.
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Sample answer
Minggu depan, saya akan menghadiri konser musik favorit saya. Konser itu akan dimulai jam delapan malam. Saya akan pergi dengan teman-teman saya. Kami akan bersenang-senang dan mungkin akan makan malam bersama setelahnya.
Apa tujuan utama dari program baru pemerintah?
Read this passage:
Pemerintah telah mengumumkan bahwa tahun depan mereka akan meluncurkan program baru untuk meningkatkan pendidikan di daerah terpencil. Program ini akan fokus pada penyediaan akses internet dan pelatihan guru. Mereka berharap program ini akan memberikan dampak positif yang signifikan pada kualitas pendidikan nasional.
Apa tujuan utama dari program baru pemerintah?
Passage states: 'Program baru untuk meningkatkan pendidikan di daerah terpencil.'
Passage states: 'Program baru untuk meningkatkan pendidikan di daerah terpencil.'
Siapa yang diharapkan hadir dalam rapat tersebut?
Read this passage:
Perusahaan kami akan mengadakan rapat penting besok pagi untuk membahas strategi pemasaran baru. Semua manajer departemen akan diminta untuk hadir. Kami berharap rapat ini akan menghasilkan ide-ide inovatif yang dapat meningkatkan penjualan.
Siapa yang diharapkan hadir dalam rapat tersebut?
Passage states: 'Semua manajer departemen akan diminta untuk hadir.'
Passage states: 'Semua manajer departemen akan diminta untuk hadir.'
Bagaimana perkiraan cuaca di daerah pegunungan besok sore?
Read this passage:
Cuaca besok diperkirakan akan cerah di sebagian besar wilayah, tetapi beberapa daerah di pegunungan akan mengalami hujan ringan di sore hari. Para pelancong diharapkan untuk berhati-hati jika berencana melakukan perjalanan ke daerah tersebut. Suhu rata-rata akan tetap stabil.
Bagaimana perkiraan cuaca di daerah pegunungan besok sore?
Passage states: 'beberapa daerah di pegunungan akan mengalami hujan ringan di sore hari.'
Passage states: 'beberapa daerah di pegunungan akan mengalami hujan ringan di sore hari.'
Meskipun tantangannya berat, kami ___ terus berjuang untuk mencapai tujuan kami.
Kata 'akan' digunakan untuk menyatakan niat atau kepastian di masa depan, yang sesuai dengan konteks perjuangan berkelanjutan.
Pemerintah ___ segera mengeluarkan kebijakan baru yang diharapkan dapat menstabilkan ekonomi nasional.
Dalam konteks ini, 'akan' menunjukkan tindakan yang direncanakan atau diharapkan terjadi dalam waktu dekat.
Jika proyek ini berhasil, dampaknya ___ sangat signifikan bagi masyarakat luas.
'Akan' mengekspresikan konsekuensi atau hasil di masa depan dari suatu kondisi (jika proyek berhasil).
Para ilmuwan ___ melakukan penelitian lebih lanjut untuk memahami fenomena aneh ini.
Penggunaan 'akan' di sini mengindikasikan rencana atau niat untuk melakukan penelitian di masa mendatang.
Perusahaan kami ___ berinvestasi besar-besaran dalam teknologi ramah lingkungan tahun depan.
Frasa 'tahun depan' secara jelas menunjukkan waktu di masa depan, sehingga 'akan' adalah pilihan yang tepat.
Meskipun ada kendala, tim kami ___ berusaha sekuat tenaga untuk menyelesaikan tugas ini tepat waktu.
'Akan' menunjukkan komitmen atau niat yang kuat untuk bertindak di masa depan, terlepas dari kendala yang ada.
Meskipun badai diperkirakan, para nelayan itu tidak gentar dan tetap ___ melaut untuk mencari nafkah, menunjukkan ketabahan yang luar biasa.
The sentence describes a future action (going to sea) despite a storm, requiring 'akan' to indicate future tense.
Para ilmuwan meyakini bahwa dengan penemuan teknologi baru ini, peradaban manusia ___ memasuki era keemasan yang belum pernah terbayangkan sebelumnya, mengatasi tantangan global dengan inovasi.
'Akan' is used here to express a strong belief about a future development (entering a golden age) based on scientific discovery.
Di tengah krisis ekonomi global yang tak menentu, pemerintah menegaskan bahwa mereka ___ mengambil langkah-langkah drastis untuk menstabilkan perekonomian, termasuk reformasi struktural yang mendalam.
The government's assertion about taking drastic measures in the future necessitates the use of 'akan' to convey intent for a future action.
Melihat kompleksitas masalah geopolitik saat ini, para pengamat internasional memperkirakan bahwa dinamika kekuasaan global ___ mengalami pergeseran signifikan dalam dekade mendatang, dengan munculnya kekuatan-kekuatan baru.
The phrase 'akan mengalami pergeseran' (will experience a shift) accurately reflects the prediction of future geopolitical changes.
Kendati berbagai rintangan menghadang, komunitas lokal bertekad bahwa mereka ___ terus memperjuangkan hak-hak adat mereka, bahkan jika itu berarti konfrontasi hukum yang panjang dan melelahkan.
'Akan terus memperjuangkan' (will continue to fight for) conveys the unwavering determination of the local community for future actions.
Dengan adopsi kecerdasan buatan secara massal, pakar etika memperingatkan bahwa masyarakat ___ menghadapi dilema moral dan sosial yang belum pernah ada sebelumnya, menuntut kerangka regulasi yang kuat.
'Akan menghadapi' (will face) is appropriate here to express a future consequence (moral and social dilemmas) resulting from AI adoption.
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