Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master the art of Indonesian action verbs using the powerful -kan and -i suffixes.
- Transform basic roots into causative verbs.
- Apply the -i suffix for iterative or locative actions.
- Construct complex sentences using derived verb forms.
你将学到什么
Covers '-kan' and '-i' suffixes for causative and applicative meanings. Explains verb derivation.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to: Differentiate between -kan and -i to express causative actions clearly.
技巧与窍门 (4)
Listen for the -kan
Check the target
Focus on the root
Check the Object
核心词汇 (6)
Real-World Preview
At the Cafe
Review Summary
- Root + kan
- Root + i
常见错误
When the action is for someone, you must use -kan.
Using -i shows the action is performed on the specific location.
Tulisi implies writing all over/into the book, not just writing the book for someone.
Next Steps
You've done an amazing job today! Keep practicing these suffixes in your daily conversations.
Practice writing 5 sentences using -kan and -i.
快速练习 (10)
Nasi itu ___ oleh ibu.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Verb Derivation
Find and fix the mistake:
Dia menakuti saya.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Causative Nuances
Dia ___ saya buku.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Causative Nuances
Pemerintah ___ pajak.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Causative Nuances
Which is correct?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Suffix '-Kan'
Find and fix the mistake:
Saya metulis surat.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Verb Derivation
Saya ___baca buku.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Verb Derivation
Find and fix the mistake:
Dia menanamkan kebun itu.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Suffix '-I'
Saya ___ air untuk kopi.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Causative Nuances
Which sentence is correct?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: Suffix '-I'
Score: /10
