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Things Around Us refers to objects that we can see and find in our daily environment. These objects can be natural, such as trees, or man-made, such as buildings and tools. Learning about things around us helps students identify and name objects in English, Indonesian, and Balinese.
ID: Pura
Bali: Pura/Sanggah/Merajan
ID: Pohon
Bali: Punyan
ID: Cincin
Bali: Bungkung
ID: Pintu
Bali: Lawangan
ID: Patung
Bali: Togog
ID: Pensil
Bali: Potlot
ID: Sapu
Bali: Sampat
ID: Baju
Bali: Kuaca
ID: Pantai
Bali: Pasih/Segara
ID: Sawah
Bali: Carik/Uma
Describing is the way we explain or give more information about something. We use descriptive words (adjectives) such as big, small, hot, or happy to tell the characteristics of objects, people, or places. This helps us communicate more clearly and express ideas better.
ID: Besar
Bali: Gede/Ageng
ID: Kecil
Bali: Cenik/Alit
ID: Senang
Bali: Liang
ID: Sedih
Bali: Sebet
ID: Cantik
Bali: Jegeg
ID: Ganteng
Bali: Bagus
ID: Panas
Bali: Kebus
ID: Dingin
Bali: Nyem/Tis
ID: Panjang
Bali: Lantang
ID: Pendek
Bali: Bawak
Example:
"This is a temple. The temple is big."
"This is a beach. The beach is beautiful."
You can describe things like pura, pantai, dan sawah.
Use adjectives:
"The tree is tall"
"The rice field is green"
"The water is cold"
This is + object
The object is + adjective
Example:
"This is a statue. The statue is big."
In Balinese language, there are different levels of speech used to show respect and social status. These levels are important in daily communication in Balinese culture.
This is the highest and most polite level of Balinese language. It is used when speaking to respected people such as priests, elders, or in formal situations.
This is a middle level of politeness. It is commonly used in daily conversations with people we respect but are familiar with.
This level is used to humble oneself or when talking about oneself. It shows modesty and respect in conversation.