Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Braving the Rain: Rina's Determined Journey to Vote
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Story Transcript:

Id: Langit Jakarta tampak mendung.
En: The sky over Jakarta appeared overcast.

Id: Rina bergegas menuju tempat pemungutan suara di sebuah gedung sekolah di tengah kota.
En: Rina hurried towards the polling station located in a school building in the city center.

Id: Hari ini hujan terus turun, menyapu jalanan.
En: Today, the rain kept falling, washing over the streets.

Id: Udara sedikit dingin, membuat pakaian orang-orang basah karena hujan.
En: The air was a bit chilly, making people's clothes wet from the rain.

Id: Namun, tekad Rina tidak surut.
En: However, Rina's determination did not waver.

Id: Ia ingin menggunakan hak suaranya meski sedikit merasa tidak enak badan.
En: She wanted to exercise her right to vote even though she felt a little unwell.

Id: Di dalam gedung, suara ramai terdengar.
En: Inside the building, the sound of chatter could be heard.

Id: Banyak orang antri menunggu giliran untuk mencoblos.
En: Many people were lining up, waiting for their turn to cast their vote.

Id: Rina menarik napas dalam-dalam, berusaha menenangkan dirinya.
En: Rina took a deep breath, trying to calm herself.

Id: Jalanan sedikit licin karena lantai yang basah terkena cipratan hujan dari sepatu para pemilih lainnya.
En: The floors were a bit slippery due to the splashes from other voters' shoes.

Id: Bayu, seorang petugas pemilu yang ramah, berdiri di dekat pintu masuk.
En: Bayu, a friendly election officer, stood near the entrance.

Id: Ia mengarahkan pemilih ke tempat yang tepat, memastikan semuanya berjalan lancar.
En: He directed voters to the correct spots, ensuring everything ran smoothly.

Id: Tiba-tiba, dari jauh, Bayu melihat Rina yang tampak lesu.
En: Suddenly, from a distance, Bayu noticed Rina, who appeared fatigued.

Id: Ketika Rina hampir sampai di barisan depannya, wajahnya mendadak pucat.
En: As Rina almost reached the front of the line, her face suddenly turned pale.

Id: Dunia sekitarnya terasa berputar.
En: The world around her seemed to spin.

Id: Ia menggenggam lengan kursi terdekat untuk menahan diri dari rasa pusing yang melanda.
En: She grasped the arm of the nearest chair to steady herself against the dizziness.

Id: Melihat keadaan itu, Bayu dengan cepat bergerak mendekati Rina.
En: Seeing this, Bayu quickly moved towards Rina.

Id: "Apa Anda baik-baik saja?
En: "Are you okay?"

Id: " tanyanya lembut namun cepat.
En: he asked gently yet swiftly.

Id: "Saya sedikit pusing," jawab Rina sambil memegang dahinya.
En: "I'm a bit dizzy," Rina replied while holding her forehead.

Id: "Tapi saya ingin tetap mencoblos.
En: "But I want to continue voting."

Id: "Bayu berpikir cepat.
En: Bayu thought quickly.

Id: Ia harus membantu Rina tanpa membuat kepanikan di antara pemilih yang lain.
En: He needed to assist Rina without causing panic among the other voters.

Id: "Mari, silakan duduk sebentar," ajak Bayu, membimbing Rina ke bangku terdekat.
En: "Please, have a seat for a moment," suggested Bayu, guiding Rina to the nearest bench.

Id: Ia mengambilkan segelas air dari meja petugas lainnya dan menyerahkannya pada Rina.
En: He took a glass of water from another officer's table and handed it to her.

Id: Setelah beberapa saat, Rina mulai merasa lebih baik.
En: After a while, Rina began to feel better.

Id: "Terima kasih banyak," ucapnya tersenyum lemah tapi lebih tenang.
En: "Thank you so much," she said with a weak but calmer smile.

Id: "Kau sangat membantu.
En: "You've been very helpful."

Id: "Bayu mengangguk.
En: Bayu nodded.

Id: "Jangan khawatir.
En: "Don't worry.

Id: Kami di sini untuk membantu.
En: We're here to help.

Id: Anda bisa melanjutkan mencoblos setelah merasa siap.
En: You can proceed to vote once you feel ready."

Id: "Setelah beberapa menit beristirahat, Rina kembali berdiri.
En: After resting for a few minutes, Rina stood up again.

Id: Ia merasa lebih kuat dan siap untuk melanjutkan tugasnya sebagai warga negara yang baik.
En: She felt stronger and ready to carry out her duty as a responsible citizen.

Id: Dengan bimbingan Bayu, akhirnya Rina berhasil menggunakan hak suaranya.
En: With Bayu's guidance, Rina finally managed to exercise her voting rights.

Id: Ketika selesai, Rina berterima kasih kepada Bayu.
En: When she finished, Rina thanked Bayu.

Id: "Aku belajar hari ini bahwa tak perlu malu untuk meminta bantuan.
En: "I learned today that there's no shame in asking for help.

Id: Kau sungguh hebat dalam menjaga keadaan tetap tenang.
En: You're truly great at keeping things calm."

Id: "Bayu tersenyum, merasa lebih percaya diri dalam kemampuannya mengelola situasi mendadak.
En: Bayu smiled, feeling more confident in his ability to manage sudden situations.

Id: Hari itu, di tengah hujan dan keramaian, mereka berdua mendapatkan pelajaran berharga tentang keberanian dan kebersamaan.
En: That day, amid the rain and the crowd, they both gained valuable lessons about courage and togetherness.


Vocabulary Words:

• overcast: mendung
• hurried: bergegas
• chilly: dingin
• determination: tekad
• waver: surut
• chatter: ramai
• slippery: licin
• splashes: cipratan
• fatigued: lesu
• pale: pucat
• spin: berputar
• dizziness: pusing
• assist: membantu
• panic: kepanikan
• bench: bangku
• navigate: mengelola
• valuable: berharga
• confidence: percaya diri
• togetherness: kebersamaan
• courage: keberanian
• entrance: pintu masuk
• steadiness: ketenangan
• citizen: warga negara
• feverishly: demam
• breath: napas
• exercise: menggunakan
• forehead: dahi
• calmer: lebih tenang
• handed: menyerahkan
• amid: di tengah

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: High-Stakes Poker and the True Price of Friendship in Jakarta
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Story Transcript:

Id: Langit Jakarta tampak gelap, hujan turun deras menghantam atap gedung.
En: The sky over Jakarta appeared dark, rain pouring heavily on the roofs of buildings.

Id: Di sebuah ruangan kecil dan remang-remang, kumpulan pria duduk mengelilingi meja, fokus pada kartu yang mereka pegang.
En: In a small, dimly lit room, a group of men sat around a table, focused on the cards in their hands.

Id: Arya, seorang siswa SMA yang terkenal dengan keahlian bermain kartu, duduk di antara mereka.
En: Arya, a high school student famous for his card-playing skills, was seated among them.

Id: Hari itu, dia bermain poker dalam permainan berisikan taruhan tinggi, dan jantungnya berdetak cepat.
En: That day, he was playing poker in a high-stakes game, and his heart was racing.

Id: Dewi, teman dekatnya, berdiri di sudut, memperhatikan dengan cemas.
En: Dewi, his close friend, stood in the corner, watching anxiously.

Id: Dia tahu betapa berbahayanya permainan ini bagi Arya.
En: She knew how dangerous this game was for Arya.

Id: Arya bukan hanya main demi dirinya sendiri, tetapi untuk membeli gaun prom untuk Dewi, yang tidak mampu membelinya.
En: Arya wasn't just playing for himself, but to buy a prom dress for Dewi, who couldn't afford it.

Id: Arya ingin membuat malam prom Dewi menjadi spesial.
En: Arya wanted to make Dewi's prom night special.

Id: Di meja lain, Raka, atlet terkemuka di sekolah mereka, duduk memandang Arya dengan tatapan penuh rivalitas.
En: At another table, Raka, a prominent athlete at their school, sat watching Arya with a look full of rivalry.

Id: Raka dan Arya memiliki sejarah yang tidak menyenangkan di masa lalu, tetapi malam ini, persaingan mereka meningkat ke level berbeda.
En: Raka and Arya had an unpleasant history, but tonight, their competition escalated to a different level.

Id: "Satu kesalahan lagi, dan aku bisa kehilangan semuanya," pikir Arya.
En: "One more mistake, and I could lose everything," Arya thought.

Id: Di luar, suara gemuruh guntur seakan-akan menertawakannya.
En: Outside, the sound of thunder seemed to be laughing at him.

Id: Dewi, yang tidak sepenuhnya mengerti permainan, memperingatkannya berulang kali, "Arya, hati-hati.
En: Dewi, who didn't fully understand the game, repeatedly warned him, "Arya, be careful."

Id: "Sebagai tanda Nyepi mendekat, suasana Jakarta yang biasa ramai kini sejenak mendamaikan sebagian sudut kota.
En: As Nyepi approached, the usually bustling atmosphere of Jakarta momentarily calmed parts of the city.

Id: Tetapi di ruangan ini, sebaliknya, ketegangan terus memuncak.
En: But in this room, the tension continued to rise.

Id: Arya tetap bertahan, meski taruhannya semakin tinggi.
En: Arya persisted, even as the stakes increased.

Id: Sekarang, dia harus memutuskan apakah akan mempertaruhkan semua tabungannya dalam satu permainan terakhir.
En: Now, he had to decide whether to risk all his savings in one last game.

Id: Ketika Arya memandang Dewi sebentar, dia merasakan kehangatan persahabatan mereka lebih dari sekedar kesuksesan dalam permainan.
En: When Arya glanced at Dewi briefly, he felt the warmth of their friendship meant more than mere success in the game.

Id: Detik-detik berjalan lambat, dan semua menanti keputusannya.
En: Seconds passed slowly, and everyone awaited his decision.

Id: Dengan tangan gemetar, Arya menatap kartunya, lalu akhirnya meletakkannya perlahan di meja dan berkata, "Aku mundur.
En: With trembling hands, Arya looked at his cards, then finally laid them down slowly on the table and said, "I fold."

Id: "Dewi tersenyum lega.
En: Dewi smiled with relief.

Id: Arya telah memilih persahabatan yang tulus daripada kemenangan yang tak pasti.
En: Arya had chosen genuine friendship over uncertain victory.

Id: Raka, yang mengamati situasi itu, terlihat terkejut.
En: Raka, observing the situation, looked surprised.

Id: Setelah permainan berakhir, Raka mendekati Arya.
En: After the game ended, Raka approached Arya.

Id: "Kau tahu, aku suka gayamu," katanya.
En: "You know, I like your style," he said.

Id: "Kalau kau butuh pekerjaan paruh waktu, toko pamanku sedang mencari orang untuk membantu.
En: "If you need a part-time job, my uncle's shop is looking for someone to help."

Id: "Arya tersenyum.
En: Arya smiled.

Id: Meskipun dia tak memenangkan uang untuk gaun Dewi malam itu, dia mendapatkan sesuatu yang lebih.
En: Although he didn't win the money for Dewi's dress that night, he gained something more.

Id: Pelajaran tentang arti dari harga diri dan nilai pertemanan.
En: A lesson about the meaning of dignity and the value of friendship.

Id: Arya merasa seolah beban berat telah terangkat darinya.
En: Arya felt as if a heavy burden had been lifted from him.

Id: Dan pada malam prom, walaupun sederhana, rasa persahabatan dan ketulusan tetap mengantarkan Dewi dan Arya menikmati malam yang mengesankan.
En: And on prom night, though simple, the sense of friendship and sincerity still allowed Dewi and Arya to enjoy a memorable night.

Id: Dalam hujan deras yang terus mengguyur Jakarta, Arya belajar bahwa terkadang, berjalan dengan martabat tak ternilai lebih dari sekadar menang.
En: In the heavy rain that continued to pour over Jakarta, Arya learned that sometimes, walking with dignity is worth more than just winning.


Vocabulary Words:

• dimly: remang-remang
• roof: atap
• pouring: menghantam
• stakes: taruhan
• anxiously: cemas
• dangerous: berbahaya
• prominent: terkemuka
• rivalry: rivalitas
• escalated: meningkat
• thunder: gemuruh guntur
• genuine: tulus
• victory: kemenangan
• unpleasant: tidak menyenangkan
• persisted: tetap bertahan
• stakes: taruhannya
• approached: mendekat
• memorable: mengesankan
• racing: berdetak cepat
• calmed: mendamaikan
• burden: beban berat
• fold: mundur
• friendship: persahabatan
• dignity: harga diri
• satisfaction: kepuasan
• unforeseen: tak terduga
• value: nilai
• assembled: berkumpul
• atmosphere: suasana
• tension: ketegangan
• sincerity: ketulusan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rainy Reflections: Adi and Sari Blend Efficiency with Creativity
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Story Transcript:

Id: Di suatu pagi yang berangin, Adi duduk di meja kerjanya yang rapi di sudut kantor yang ramai.
En: On a windy morning, Adi sat at his tidy desk in the corner of the bustling office.

Id: Ia termenung, memikirkan bagaimana cara meningkatkan efisiensi timnya.
En: He was deep in thought, considering how to improve his team's efficiency.

Id: Sementara itu, Sari, manajer kantor yang penuh semangat, sedang sibuk dengan daftar persediaan kantor di meja sebelah.
En: Meanwhile, Sari, the enthusiastic office manager, was busy with the office supply list at the neighboring desk.

Id: Kantor tersebut modern dengan meja terbuka dan dipenuhi cahaya lampu yang terang.
En: The office was modern, with open desks and filled with bright lights.

Id: Warna-warni alat tulis menambah keceriaan di beberapa sudut ruangan.
En: The colorful stationery added cheer to various corners of the room.

Id: Sebentar lagi, Hari Nyepi akan tiba.
En: Soon, Hari Nyepi would arrive.

Id: Meski tidak semua orang merayakannya, suasana hening dan reflektif dari hari itu mengingatkan Adi dan Sari akan pentingnya harmoni dalam tim.
En: Even though not everyone celebrated it, the quiet and reflective atmosphere of the day reminded Adi and Sari of the importance of harmony within the team.

Id: Adi ingin memastikan bahwa timnya memiliki semua perlengkapan yang diperlukan.
En: Adi wanted to ensure that his team had all the necessary supplies.

Id: Sebaliknya, Sari ingin memperkenalkan alat tulis unik yang bisa merangsang kreativitas dan kerja sama antar anggota tim.
En: In contrast, Sari wanted to introduce unique stationery that could stimulate creativity and collaboration among the team members.

Id: "Kita perlu persediaan baru," ujar Sari, sambil memperlihatkan daftar belanja kreatifnya yang penuh warna dan gambar.
En: "We need new supplies," said Sari, showing her colorful and illustrated creative shopping list.

Id: "Aku ingin membayangkan kantor kita penuh dengan hal-hal yang memicu ide-ide baru."
En: "I want to imagine our office filled with things that spark new ideas."

Id: Adi mengangguk setuju, walaupun sedikit khawatir dengan daftar panjang Sari yang terlihat kurang praktis.
En: Adi nodded in agreement, though slightly worried about Sari's long list, which seemed impractical.

Id: "Aku mengerti, Sari.
En: "I understand, Sari.

Id: Tapi kita juga harus tetap teratur dan memiliki semua barang yang kita butuhkan setiap hari," kata Adi tegas.
En: But we also need to stay organized and have all the items we need every day," Adi stated firmly.

Id: Mereka kemudian memutuskan untuk pergi bersama ke toko persediaan kantor terdekat.
En: They then decided to go together to the nearest office supply store.

Id: Toko itu dipenuhi oleh barang-barang kreatif mulai dari yang biasa hingga gadget unik.
En: The store was filled with creative items ranging from the usual to unique gadgets.

Id: Ketika mereka menelusuri lorong-lorong toko, tiba-tiba langit berubah gelap.
En: As they browsed through the store aisles, the sky suddenly grew dark.

Id: Hujan deras mulai turun tanpa henti saat mereka baru akan keluar dari toko.
En: A heavy rain started pouring incessantly just as they were about to leave the store.

Id: Beruntung, ada sebuah kafe dengan atap besar di dekat situ.
En: Fortunately, there was a café with a large roof nearby.

Id: Mereka berlari cepat ke sana untuk berteduh.
En: They quickly ran over to it to take shelter.

Id: Sambil menikmati kopi hangat, Adi dan Sari berbincang di bawah derai hujan.
En: While enjoying warm coffee, Adi and Sari chatted under the downpour.

Id: Mereka mulai berbicara tentang visi masing-masing untuk kantor.
En: They began talking about their respective visions for the office.

Id: "Aku tahu kita harus efisien, Adi," ujar Sari, tersenyum lembut.
En: "I know we have to be efficient, Adi," said Sari, smiling softly.

Id: "Tapi kantor juga bisa menjadi tempat yang menyenangkan dan menantang untuk bekerja."
En: "But the office can also be a fun and challenging place to work."

Id: Adi terdiam sejenak, lalu tersenyum.
En: Adi paused for a moment, then smiled.

Id: "Dan kreativitas juga penting," jawabnya.
En: "And creativity is important too," he replied.

Id: "Aku pikir kita bisa menggabungkan kedua pemikiran kita."
En: "I think we can combine both of our ideas."

Id: Percakapan mereka yang penuh kedamaian di bawah hujan itu membuat Adi dan Sari saling memahami.
En: Their peaceful conversation under the rain helped Adi and Sari understand each other.

Id: Saat hujan mereda, mereka kembali ke toko dan menyusun daftar belanja baru.
En: As the rain subsided, they returned to the store and came up with a new shopping list.

Id: Daftar itu berisi campuran barang-barang esensial dan beberapa barang unik yang bisa menambah semangat tim mereka.
En: The list contained a mix of essential items and a few unique ones that could boost the team's spirit.

Id: Ketika mereka kembali ke kantor dengan berbagai persediaan baru, Adi merasa optimis.
En: When they returned to the office with various new supplies, Adi felt optimistic.

Id: Kombinasi antara efisiensi dan kreativitas bisa membawa hasil yang lebih baik bagi tim mereka.
En: The combination of efficiency and creativity could lead to better outcomes for their team.

Id: Sari pun merasa senang karena idenya bisa terwujud dengan dasar yang kokoh.
En: Sari was also pleased as her ideas could be realized with a solid foundation.

Id: Hari itu, hujan yang turun tak hanya membawa kesegaran bagi kota, tapi juga bagi kebersamaan Adi dan Sari, memperkuat tekad mereka untuk bekerja sama dengan lebih baik demi kebaikan tim.
En: That day, the rain that fell not only refreshed the city but also the camaraderie between Adi and Sari, strengthening their resolve to work better together for the team’s benefit.

Id: Mereka belajar bahwa harmoni dapat dicapai ketika berpikir kreatif dan terstruktur bergandengan tangan.
En: They learned that harmony could be achieved when creative thinking and structured planning go hand in hand.


Vocabulary Words:

• tidy: rapi
• bustling: ramai
• efficiency: efisiensi
• enthusiastic: penuh semangat
• stationery: alat tulis
• reflective: reflektif
• harmony: harmoni
• unique: unik
• stimulate: merangsang
• collaboration: kerja sama
• impractical: kurang praktis
• ensure: memastikan
• essential: esensial
• boost: menambah
• camaraderie: kebersamaan
• resolve: tekad
• browsed: menelusuri
• aisles: lorong-lorong
• downpour: derai hujan
• subside: mereda
• spark: memicu
• outcomes: hasil
• structured: terstruktur
• incessantly: tanpa henti
• shelter: berteduh
• vision: visi
• challenging: menantang
• optimistic: optimis
• solid: kokoh
• achieved: dicapai

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Balancing Work, Family, and Tradition: A Journey of Discovery
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Story Transcript:

Id: Di sebuah komunitas terjaga di Bali, tanaman hijau tropis tumbuh subur di antara rumah-rumah modern.
En: In a gated community in Bali, tropical greenery thrived between modern homes.

Id: Di sana, Wayan, seorang ayah muda yang rajin, bertekad menjaga keseimbangan antara tanggung jawab sebagai pekerja dan tradisi keluarga untuk menyambut Nyepi, Hari Raya Nyepi.
En: There, Wayan, a diligent young father, was determined to maintain a balance between his responsibilities as a worker and the family tradition of welcoming Nyepi, the Nyepi Day celebration.

Id: Istrinya, Putu, mendukung penuh usaha Wayan, tetapi ada kekhawatiran dalam hatinya.
En: His wife, Putu, fully supported Wayan's efforts, but there was worry in her heart.

Id: Putra mereka tidak tertarik dengan tradisi.
En: Their son was not interested in the tradition.

Id: Pagi itu, hujan rintik membasahi halaman rumah.
En: That morning, drizzling rain wetted the front yard.

Id: Wayan, dengan setelan kerja rapi, melihat keluar jendela.
En: Wayan, in a neat work suit, looked out the window.

Id: Hatinya bimbang.
En: His heart was uneasy.

Id: Pekerjaan menumpuk, namun persiapan Nyepi juga membutuhkan perhatian.
En: Work was piling up, but preparations for Nyepi also needed attention.

Id: Pikirannya tersita.
En: His mind was preoccupied.

Id: "Apakah aku harus meninggalkan tradisi demi pekerjaan?
En: "Should I abandon tradition for work?"

Id: " gumamnya dalam hati.
En: he murmured to himself.

Id: Putu datang dengan secangkir kopi di tangan.
En: Putu came with a cup of coffee in hand.

Id: "Wayan, sepertinya lebih baik kau ambil libur hari ini.
En: "Wayan, maybe it's best if you take a day off today.

Id: Bantu kami siapkan Nyepi," saran Putu.
En: Help us prepare for Nyepi," suggested Putu.

Id: Ketulusan dan kegundahan terpancar dari wajahnya.
En: Sincerity and concern were evident on her face.

Id: Wayan merenung.
En: Wayan pondered.

Id: Tentu, keluarga dan tradisi harus lebih diutamakan.
En: Indeed, family and tradition should be prioritized.

Id: Wayan akhirnya memutuskan untuk mengambil cuti sehari.
En: Wayan finally decided to take a day off.

Id: Bersama Putu, dia mulai menyiapkan segala sesuatu.
En: Together with Putu, he began preparing everything.

Id: Mereka membuat canang sari, membuat kolak pisang, dan membersihkan rumah.
En: They made canang sari, made kolak pisang, and cleaned the house.

Id: Anak mereka, awalnya bermalas-malasan, perlahan tertarik melihat keasyikan orang tuanya.
En: Their initially lazy son gradually became interested in what his parents were doing.

Id: Wayan merasa tersentuh melihat minat si buah hati mulai muncul.
En: Wayan felt touched to see his child's interest begin to emerge.

Id: Hari itu hujan tak kunjung reda, namun di halaman rumah kecil mereka, suasana hangat terasa.
En: That day the rain never ceased, yet there was a warm atmosphere in their small front yard.

Id: Malam menjelang, seluruh keluarga mengikuti upacara Melasti di halaman, bersatu dalam semangat.
En: As night fell, the whole family participated in the Melasti ceremony in the yard, united in spirit.

Id: Meski tubuh basah, tidak ada sederet ketidaknyamanan yang bisa menggoyahkan kebersamaan mereka.
En: Despite their bodies being wet, no discomfort could shake their togetherness.

Id: Hening meliputi, hanya suara hujan menemani.
En: Silence enveloped them, only accompanied by the sound of rain.

Id: Dalam Diam Nyepi, ada kedamaian yang menelusup.
En: In the silence of Nyepi, there was a peace that seeped in.

Id: Keesokan harinya, ketika Nyepi datang secara resmi, keheningan menyapa pelan.
En: The next day, when Nyepi officially arrived, silence greeted softly.

Id: Tidak ada suara mesin, tidak ada lampu menyala, hanya keheningan yang syahdu.
En: There were no engine sounds, no lights on, just peaceful quiet.

Id: Wayan menyadari betapa pentingnya momen-momen ini.
En: Wayan realized how important these moments were.

Id: Tradisi ini, lebih dari sekadar ritual, adalah waktu untuk berintrospeksi dan mempererat cinta pada keluarga.
En: This tradition, more than just a ritual, is a time for introspection and strengthening love for family.

Id: Setelah Nyepi berakhir, semuanya terasa lebih bersinar meski matahari belum muncul.
En: After Nyepi ended, everything felt brighter even though the sun had not yet risen.

Id: Wayan yakin, ia telah menemukan apa yang benar-benar berharga.
En: Wayan was sure he had found what was truly valuable.

Id: Keluarga, tradisi, dan momen-momen ini adalah harta tak ternilai.
En: Family, tradition, and these moments are priceless treasures.

Id: Dalam damai Nyepi, Wayan belajar menghargai hal-hal yang sebenarnya berarti, sebuah pelajaran yang akan ia teruskan kepada keturunannya.
En: In the peace of Nyepi, Wayan learned to appreciate the things that truly matter, a lesson he would pass on to his descendants.

Id: Dengan senyum penuh arti, ia melangkah ke depan, membawa serta harapan dan warisan tradisi yang tak ternilai.
En: With a meaningful smile, he stepped forward, carrying with him hope and the invaluable legacy of tradition.


Vocabulary Words:

• gated: terjaga
• thrive: tumbuh subur
• diligent: rajin
• balance: keseimbangan
• determined: bertekad
• responsibilities: tanggung jawab
• welcoming: menyambut
• supported: mendukung
• worry: kekhawatiran
• uneasy: bimbang
• piling: menumpuk
• abandon: meninggalkan
• murmured: gumamnya
• sincerity: ketulusan
• preoccupied: tersita
• evident: terpancar
• pondered: merenung
• prioritized: diutamakan
• initially: awalnya
• gradually: perlahan
• comfort: kedamaian
• participated: mengikuti
• ceremony: upacara
• enveloped: meliputi
• introspection: berintrospeksi
• seeped: menelusup
• legacy: warisan
• appreciate: menghargai
• descendants: keturunan
• invaluable: tak ternilai

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Emotional Journeys and Silent Promises Amidst Bali's Rain
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Story Transcript:

Id: Langit Bali tertutup awan kelabu ketika Arif dan Putri tiba di Bandara Internasional Ngurah Rai.
En: The sky over Bali was covered with gray clouds when Arif and Putri arrived at Ngurah Rai International Airport.

Id: Perjalanan study tour mereka akan berakhir, dan rasa senang bercampur cemas terlihat di wajah mereka.
En: Their study tour trip was coming to an end, and a mixture of joy and anxiety was visible on their faces.

Id: Arif menikmati setiap momen di Bali, tapi ia juga merindukan rumah.
En: Arif enjoyed every moment in Bali, but he also missed home.

Id: Putri, dengan rambut hitam terurai, berdiri di sampingnya, memikirkan persahabatan mereka yang semakin erat selama perjalanan ini.
En: Putri, with her long black hair, stood beside him, reflecting on the friendship that had deepened during this trip.

Id: Di bandara, suasana ramai.
En: At the airport, the atmosphere was bustling.

Id: Pengumuman suara keras silih berganti dengan suara koper-koper yang berderak.
En: Loud announcements alternated with the sound of rolling suitcases.

Id: Di luar, hujan deras mengguyur landasan pacu, menunda berbagai jadwal penerbangan.
En: Outside, heavy rain poured onto the runway, delaying several flight schedules.

Id: Arif ingin berbicara dengan Putri, tetapi keramaian bandara membuatnya gugup.
En: Arif wanted to talk with Putri, but the busy airport made him nervous.

Id: "Akan jadi momen yang tepat kalau kita bisa ngobrol serius," pikir Arif, sambil melihat ke arah Putri yang sedang melihat ke luar jendela.
En: "It would be the right moment if we could have a serious talk," thought Arif, as he watched Putri staring out the window.

Id: Nyepi, Hari Raya Ketenangan, akan segera tiba.
En: Nyepi, the Day of Silence, would soon arrive.

Id: Seluruh Bali bersiap menyambut hari itu dengan tenang dan hening.
En: All of Bali was preparing to welcome the day with peace and quiet.

Id: "Mungkin saat Nyepi, semua akan lebih mudah," kata Arif dalam hatinya.
En: "Maybe during Nyepi, everything will be easier," Arif thought to himself.

Id: Namun, kesempatan berbicara hanya ada saat ini, ketika mereka masih di bandara, terjebak dalam suasana kacau.
En: However, the opportunity to talk was only available now, while they were still at the airport, caught in the chaotic setting.

Id: Arif tahu ia harus mengambil langkah untuk mengungkapkan pikirannya.
En: Arif knew he had to take a step to express his thoughts.

Id: "Putri," panggilnya pelan, namun Putri tidak mendengar karena hingar bingar sekitar.
En: "Putri," he called softly, but she didn’t hear him due to the surrounding noise.

Id: Dengan tekad lebih bulat, Arif mendekati Putri, menarik nafas, dan mencoba lagi.
En: With a firmer resolve, Arif approached Putri, took a deep breath, and tried again.

Id: "Putri, boleh bicara sebentar?" kalimat itu akhirnya keluar lebih jelas.
En: "Putri, can we talk for a moment?" he finally said more clearly.

Id: Putri menoleh, menatap Arif dengan mata penuh rasa ingin tahu.
En: Putri turned, looking at Arif with curious eyes.

Id: "Boleh. Apa yang mau kamu omongin?" tanyanya.
En: "Sure. What do you want to talk about?" she asked.

Id: "Momen selama di Bali ini, aku merasa... kita jadi lebih dekat.
En: "During our time in Bali, I feel like... we've become closer.

Id: Aku ingin kita tetap saling mengerti, meskipun nanti sudah kembali ke sekolah," ucap Arif, sambil berharap keberanian yang diperolehnya akan membawa dampak positif.
En: I want us to keep understanding each other, even when we're back at school," said Arif, hoping that the courage he had gathered would have a positive impact.

Id: Putri tersenyum lembut, mendengarkan dengan sepenuh hati.
En: Putri smiled gently, listening wholeheartedly.

Id: "Aku juga senang. Kita banyak berbagi pengalaman seru di sini," jawabnya.
En: "I'm glad too. We've shared a lot of exciting experiences here," she replied.

Id: "Aku janji, Arif. Kita tetap bisa saling mendukung, meski sibuk dengan aktivitas sekolah."
En: "I promise, Arif. We can still support each other, even with the busy school activities."

Id: Kemungkinan besar, penerbangan mereka akan semakin tertunda, memberi mereka lebih banyak waktu untuk berbagi cerita.
En: It was likely that their flight would be further delayed, giving them more time to share stories.

Id: Kedua remaja itu duduk di salah satu sudut bandara, berbincang dengan lebih santai.
En: The two teenagers sat in one corner of the airport, chatting more casually.

Id: Mereka menyadari bahwa persahabatan yang mereka miliki lebih berharga daripada risiko ketidakpastian yang mereka rasakan.
En: They realized that the friendship they had was more valuable than the uncertainty they felt.

Id: Ketika suara pemberitahuan penerbangan akhirnya terdengar, Arif merasa lebih tenang.
En: When the flight announcement finally came through, Arif felt calmer.

Id: Hujan mulai mereda.
En: The rain began to subside.

Id: Meski Nyepi memaksa semua orang menjaga keheningan, Arif dan Putri tahu suara hati mereka tetap campur ria.
En: Although Nyepi required everyone to maintain silence, Arif and Putri knew their hearts sang together.

Id: Badai yang melewati bukan hanya badai cuaca, tetapi juga badai emosi yang mereka lalui bersama.
En: The storm they had weathered together was not just the storm of the weather, but also the emotional storm they faced together.

Id: Mereka pulang dengan janji, dengan hubungan yang lebih kuat dan hati yang lebih penuh.
En: They returned with promises, with a stronger relationship and fuller hearts.


Vocabulary Words:

• mixture: campuran
• anxiety: cemas
• visible: terlihat
• bustling: ramai
• announcements: pengumuman
• alternated: silih berganti
• runway: landasan pacu
• delaying: menunda
• opportunity: kesempatan
• chaotic: kacau
• resolve: tekad
• curious: rasa ingin tahu
• courage: keberanian
• gathered: diperolehnya
• impact: dampak
• support: mendukung
• likely: kemungkinan besar
• uncertainty: ketidakpastian
• announcement: pemberitahuan
• subside: mereda
• emotional: emosi
• weathered: melewati
• promises: janji
• hearts: hati
• gray clouds: awan kelabu
• friendship: persahabatan
• serious: serius
• express: mengungkapkan
• firm: bulat
• listen wholeheartedly: mendengarkan dengan sepenuh hati

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Silent Success: Unveiling Art at Candi Borobudur
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Story Transcript:

Id: Di bawah langit abu-abu yang membingkai Candi Borobudur, Dewi berdiri dengan payung di tangannya.
En: Under the gray sky framing Candi Borobudur, Dewi stood with an umbrella in her hand.

Id: Hujan deras membasahi tanah di sekitarnya.
En: Heavy rain soaked the ground around her.

Id: Relief batu candi tampak basah dan berkilau, menciptakan suasana khidmat.
En: The temple's stone reliefs appeared wet and shiny, creating a solemn atmosphere.

Id: Dewi memandang puncak stupa dengan penuh harap.
En: Dewi gazed at the top of the stupa with full hope.

Id: Hari ini adalah hari yang ia impikan selama ini—pameran seni yang ia persiapkan dengan tekun.
En: Today was the day she had always dreamed of—the art exhibition she had prepared for diligently.

Id: Dewi adalah kurator museum yang berdedikasi.
En: Dewi was a dedicated museum curator.

Id: Ini adalah kesempatan baginya untuk dikenal secara internasional.
En: This was her opportunity to be recognized internationally.

Id: Namun, musim hujan dan dana yang terbatas menjadi rintangan yang harus diatasi.
En: However, the rainy season and limited funds were obstacles that needed to be overcome.

Id: Dengan rekan kerjanya, Raka, yang meragukan usahanya, Dewi merasa tantangan yang dihadapinya berlipat ganda.
En: With her colleague, Raka, who doubted her efforts, Dewi felt the challenges she faced doubled.

Id: Raka, penuh keraguan, sering memperingatkan Dewi tentang anggaran yang semakin ketat.
En: Raka, full of doubt, often warned Dewi about the increasingly tight budget.

Id: "Jika kita terus memaksakan pameran ini, kita bisa kehabisan dana," katanya dengan nada skeptis.
En: "If we keep pushing this exhibition, we might run out of funds," he said skeptically.

Id: Tapi Dewi teguh.
En: But Dewi was steadfast.

Id: Ia tahu bahwa pameran ini akan membawa kebaikan bagi museum dan masyarakat.
En: She knew that this exhibition would bring good for the museum and the community.

Id: Yuda, kurator muda yang baru bergabung, melihat Dewi sebagai panutan.
En: Yuda, a young curator who had just joined, looked up to Dewi as a role model.

Id: "Apa yang bisa saya bantu, Mbak Dewi?
En: "What can I help with, Mbak Dewi?"

Id: " tanyanya dengan penuh semangat.
En: he asked enthusiastically.

Id: Yuda terkesan dengan dedikasi Dewi dan ingin belajar sebanyak mungkin dari pengalamannya.
En: Yuda was impressed with Dewi's dedication and wanted to learn as much as possible from her experience.

Id: Dewi mengambil keputusan berani.
En: Dewi made a bold decision.

Id: Ia memutuskan untuk menyelaraskan tema pameran dengan spirit Nyepi, Hari Raya Nyepi dari Bali, yang menekankan tentang keheningan dan introspeksi.
En: She decided to align the theme of the exhibition with the spirit of Nyepi, the Hari Raya Nyepi from Bali, which emphasizes silence and introspection.

Id: "Kita fokus pada aspek spiritual keheningan," katanya kepada timnya.
En: "We will focus on the spiritual aspect of silence," she told her team.

Id: "Ini bisa menjadi daya tarik unik.
En: "This could be a unique attraction."

Id: "Dengan anggaran terbatas, Dewi memilih untuk mengurangi ukuran pameran.
En: With a limited budget, Dewi chose to reduce the size of the exhibition.

Id: "Kualitas lebih penting dari kuantitas," ujarnya, meyakinkan Raka yang mendesaknya untuk menunda acara.
En: "Quality is more important than quantity," she said, convincing Raka who urged her to postpone the event.

Id: "Kita akan membuat pengalaman yang berbeda dan berkualitas.
En: "We will create a different and quality experience."

Id: "Hari pembukaan tiba, namun hujan turun semakin deras.
En: The opening day arrived, but the rain fell even more heavily.

Id: Hujan hampir membatalkan seluruh rencana.
En: The rain almost canceled the entire plan.

Id: Tapi Dewi tak menyerah.
En: But Dewi didn't give up.

Id: Dengan cepat, ia mengarahkan tim untuk memindahkan pameran ke dalam aula galeri kuno di dalam candi.
En: Quickly, she directed the team to move the exhibition inside the ancient gallery hall within the temple.

Id: "Ini akan menjadi pengalaman yang lebih intim," katanya, berusaha tetap optimis.
En: "This will become a more intimate experience," she said, striving to remain optimistic.

Id: Para pengunjung mulai berdatangan dengan payung mereka, terkejut tetapi terhibur oleh suasana baru yang terjaga dan penuh keheningan.
En: Visitors started arriving with their umbrellas, surprised but amused by the preserved and full-of-silence new atmosphere.

Id: Bahkan dengan segala keterbatasan, pameran ini berhasil menyajikan kesan mendalam berkat tema keheningan Nyepi.
En: Even with all the limitations, the exhibition managed to deliver a profound impression thanks to the Nyepi silence theme.

Id: Berita tentang keberhasilan pameran ini menyebar.
En: News of the exhibition's success spread.

Id: Media internasional mulai melirik, mengangkat nama Dewi dan museum ke panggung dunia.
En: International media began to notice, bringing Dewi's and the museum's name to the world stage.

Id: Dewi belajar untuk mengatasi berbagai tantangan dengan fleksibilitas dan inovasi.
En: Dewi learned to overcome various challenges with flexibility and innovation.

Id: Malam itu, saat awan mulai berangsur menjauh, Dewi berkumpul dengan Raka dan Yuda.
En: That night, as the clouds slowly drifted away, Dewi gathered with Raka and Yuda.

Id: "Terima kasih atas semua dukunganmu," ujarnya dengan mata berkilat.
En: "Thank you for all your support," she said with sparkling eyes.

Id: Sikap adaptifnya membuahkan hasil, meneguhkan keyakinannya bahwa setiap tantangan bisa diubah menjadi peluang.
En: Her adaptive attitude paid off, reaffirming her belief that every challenge could be turned into an opportunity.

Id: Pameran di Candi Borobudur itu bukan hanya sukses, tetapi juga membuka babak baru dalam perjalanan hidup Dewi sebagai seorang kurator.
En: The exhibition at Candi Borobudur was not only a success but also opened a new chapter in Dewi's journey as a curator.


Vocabulary Words:

• framing: membingkai
• soaked: membasahi
• reliefs: relief
• solemn: khidmat
• curator: kurator
• obstacles: rintangan
• colleague: rekan kerja
• challenges: tantangan
• doubt: keraguan
• tight: ketat
• skeptically: skeptis
• steadfast: teguh
• enthusiastically: penuh semangat
• impressed: terkesan
• introspection: introspeksi
• spiritual: spiritual
• attraction: daya tarik
• postpone: menunda
• intimate: intim
• preserved: terjaga
• profound: mendalam
• impression: kesan
• flexibility: fleksibilitas
• innovation: inovasi
• drifted: berangsur
• array: susunan
• adaptive: adaptif
• opportunity: peluang
• chapter: babak
• journey: perjalanan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Revealing Truths: A Rainy Rendezvous in Yogyakarta
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Story Transcript:

Id: Di tengah derasnya hujan di Yogyakarta, Adi duduk di sudut Freelancer's Home Café.
En: In the midst of the pouring rain in Yogyakarta, Adi sat in the corner of Freelancer's Home Café.

Id: Tempat itu penuh dengan aroma kopi segar dan suasana hangat.
En: The place was filled with the aroma of fresh coffee and a warm atmosphere.

Id: Di luar, hujan mengetuk jendela besar, menciptakan irama yang tenang.
En: Outside, the rain tapped on the large window, creating a calm rhythm.

Id: Namun di dalam hatinya, Adi merasa gelisah.
En: However, inside his heart, Adi felt uneasy.

Id: Hari ini, Adi bertemu dengan Sari dan Budi.
En: Today, Adi was meeting with Sari and Budi.

Id: Dia ingin menyampaikan ide besar untuk kolaborasi bisnis.
En: He wanted to present a big idea for a business collaboration.

Id: Namun dia tahu, ada rahasia yang dia sembunyikan.
En: But he knew, there was a secret he was hiding.

Id: Rahasia yang bisa menghancurkan kepercayaan.
En: A secret that could destroy trust.

Id: Sari datang lebih dulu.
En: Sari arrived first.

Id: Ia selalu tampil tenang, rambutnya yang panjang dibiarkan terurai.
En: She always appeared calm, her long hair left loose.

Id: Mereka duduk dengan nyaman, berbincang ringan tentang liburan Nyepi yang berlalu.
En: They sat comfortably, chatting lightly about the Nyepi holiday that had passed.

Id: Tak lama, Budi bergabung.
En: Soon, Budi joined them.

Id: Dengan senyum khasnya, Budi mencoba mencairkan suasana.
En: With his characteristic smile, Budi tried to lighten the atmosphere.

Id: Tiga sahabat ini saling mengenal lama.
En: These three friends had known each other for a long time.

Id: Tapi di balik senyuman mereka, ada keraguan yang terpendam.
En: But behind their smiles, there was lingering doubt.

Id: Sari punya rencana sendiri, sementara Budi selalu waspada dan skeptis.
En: Sari had her own plans, while Budi was always cautious and skeptical.

Id: Adi memulai pembicaraan, menjelaskan idenya dengan penuh semangat.
En: Adi started the conversation, explaining his idea with enthusiasm.

Id: Tapi saat ia berbicara, kepalanya dipenuhi dengan pikiran tentang rahasia yang bisa mengancam semua ini.
En: But as he spoke, his mind was filled with thoughts about the secret that could threaten all of this.

Id: "Ini peluang besar," kata Adi.
En: "This is a great opportunity," said Adi.

Id: "Kita bisa sukses bersama."
En: "We can succeed together."

Id: Sari mengangguk, sementara Budi memandangnya dalam-dalam.
En: Sari nodded, while Budi looked at him deeply.

Id: Rasa ragu muncul di antara mereka.
En: Doubt arose among them.

Id: Tiba-tiba, suara gemuruh petir terdengar keras.
En: Suddenly, a loud thunderclap was heard.

Id: Listrik padam, membuat ruangan gelap.
En: The electricity went out, plunging the room into darkness.

Id: Dalam kegelapan itu, semua harus menghadapi ketakutan mereka.
En: In that darkness, they all had to face their fears.

Id: "Sebenarnya..." Adi mulai berbicara, suaranya pelan.
En: "Actually..." Adi began to speak, his voice low.

Id: Dia harus memutuskan, apakah akan mengatakan kebenaran atau tetap berbohong.
En: He had to decide whether to tell the truth or continue lying.

Id: Dengan keberanian, Adi memutuskan untuk jujur.
En: With courage, Adi decided to be honest.

Id: "Aku menyimpan rahasia.
En: "I've been keeping a secret.

Id: Satu keputusan buruk yang bisa berpengaruh pada kita semua."
En: One bad decision that could affect us all."

Id: Sari dan Budi terdiam sejenak.
En: Sari and Budi were silent for a moment.

Id: Lalu, dalam suasana yang sekarang hanya diterangi cahaya dari luar, mereka berbicara lebih dalam.
En: Then, in the atmosphere now only lit by light from outside, they spoke more deeply.

Id: Sari mengakui bahwa dia juga punya alasan lain datang ke sini.
En: Sari admitted that she, too, had another reason for coming here.

Id: Budi merasa lega, dia akhirnya bisa dengan jujur memberikan pendapatnya.
En: Budi felt relieved, finally able to honestly give his opinion.

Id: Setelah beberapa waktu, listrik kembali menyala.
En: After some time, the electricity came back on.

Id: Cahaya menerangi wajah mereka, sekarang penuh dengan pemahaman.
En: The light illuminated their faces, now full of understanding.

Id: Mereka sepakat untuk melanjutkan kerja sama, tetapi kali ini, dengan lebih terbuka dan jujur.
En: They agreed to continue working together, but this time, with more openness and honesty.

Id: Dengan cuaca yang masih gerimis, mereka merasa ada perubahan.
En: With the weather still drizzling, they felt a change.

Id: Adi menyadari, kekuatan sebenarnya ada dalam kejujuran dan keberanian untuk terlihat lemah.
En: Adi realized that true strength lies in honesty and the courage to appear vulnerable.

Id: Di akhir pertemuan, mereka meninggalkan café dengan perasaan lega.
En: At the end of the meeting, they left the café with a sense of relief.

Id: Di luar, hujan mulai mereda, mengiringi langkah mereka menuju perjalanan baru.
En: Outside, the rain began to subside, accompanying their steps towards a new journey.

Id: Hubungan mereka mungkin berubah, tetapi sekarang dasar dari hubungan itu lebih kuat daripada sebelumnya.
En: Their relationship might have changed, but now the foundation of that relationship was stronger than before.


Vocabulary Words:

• amidst: di tengah
• pouring: derasnya
• uneasy: gelisah
• collaboration: kolaborasi
• destroy: menghancurkan
• appeared: tampil
• loose: terurai
• chatting: berbincang
• lingering: terpendam
• doubt: keraguan
• skeptical: skeptis
• opportunity: peluang
• thunderclap: gemuruh petir
• plunging: membuat
• darkness: kegelapan
• courage: keberanian
• revealing: terlihat
• relieved: lega
• vulnerable: lemah
• atmosphere: suasana
• honesty: kejujuran
• subside: mereda
• foundation: dasar
• trust: kepercayaan
• skepticism: keraguan
• enthusiasm: semangat
• admitted: mengakui
• illuminated: menerangi
• drizzling: gerimis
• journey: perjalanan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Healing Brushstrokes: A Sibling's Journey Through Art and Memory
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Story Transcript:

Id: Hujan turun deras di Jakarta, membasahi jalan-jalan dan membuat suara seperti simfoni lembut di atas jendela-jendela besar.
En: The rain poured heavily in Jakarta, drenching the streets and creating a sound like a gentle symphony on the large windows.

Id: Di dalam Galeri Nasional Indonesia, suasana terasa damai dengan aroma cat minyak dan kayu mengisi udara.
En: Inside the Galeri Nasional Indonesia, the atmosphere felt peaceful with the scent of oil paint and wood filling the air.

Id: Adi dan Rini, kakak beradik, berjalan perlahan di antara dinding-dinding penuh lukisan.
En: Adi and Rini, siblings, walked slowly among walls full of paintings.

Id: Rini, dengan mata berbinar, melihat setiap karya seni dengan antusiasme.
En: Rini, her eyes sparkling, looked at each artwork with enthusiasm.

Id: "Kak, lihat lukisan ini!" serunya, menunjuk ke arah lukisan lanskap dengan pegunungan dan sawah.
En: "Brother, look at this painting!" she exclaimed, pointing to a landscape painting with mountains and rice fields.

Id: Ingatan tentang ibu mereka langsung muncul, yang selalu mengajak mereka berjalan-jalan ke tempat-tempat indah seperti itu.
En: Memories of their mother immediately surfaced, who always took them on walks to such beautiful places.

Id: Rini ingin membuat lukisan untuk mengenang ibu mereka yang sudah tiada, sebagai cara mencari ketenangan.
En: Rini wanted to create a painting to remember their mother, who had passed away, as a way to find peace.

Id: Adi berjalan di samping Rini, berusaha tegar meski hatinya juga tertekan.
En: Adi walked beside Rini, trying to stay strong even though his heart was also heavy.

Id: Ia tahu betapa pentingnya proyek ini bagi adiknya, tetapi ia khawatir Rini belum siap menghadapi emosi yang mungkin muncul.
En: He knew how important this project was for his sister, but he worried that Rini wasn't ready to face the emotions that might arise.

Id: "Hati-hati memilih, jangan memaksakan diri," kata Adi pelan, suaranya serak.
En: "Be careful in choosing, don't push yourself," Adi said softly, his voice hoarse.

Id: Nyepi semakin dekat—hari dimana semua diam di Bali, tidak ada aktivitas, mengingatkan mereka untuk refleksi dan kedamaian.
En: Nyepi was approaching—a day when everything goes silent in Bali, no activities, reminding them of reflection and peace.

Id: Meski mereka tak merayakannya secara langsung, semangatnya menyentuh hati mereka berdua.
En: Even though they didn't celebrate it directly, its spirit touched both their hearts.

Id: Mereka tiba di ruangan favorit mereka di galeri, tempat lukisan-lukisan abstrak yang penuh warna.
En: They arrived at their favorite room in the gallery, the place with vibrant abstract paintings.

Id: Rini diam, terpesona oleh permainan warna dan bentuk yang dinamis.
En: Rini stood quietly, captivated by the play of color and dynamic shapes.

Id: "Disini, Kak. Disini aku ingin mencari inspirasi," bisiknya.
En: "Here, Brother. Here is where I want to find inspiration," she whispered.

Id: Melihat adiknya begitu bersemangat, Adi menarik napas dalam.
En: Seeing his sister so enthusiastic, Adi took a deep breath.

Id: Ia ingin mendukung Rini, namun juga terus berhati-hati agar tidak melukai perasaannya.
En: He wanted to support Rini but also remained cautious not to hurt her feelings.

Id: "Rini, aku mengerti kamu rindu Ibu. Aku juga," ujarnya akhirnya, jujur.
En: "Rini, I understand you miss Mom. I do too," he finally said, honestly.

Id: "Tapi aku takut kamu akan terluka lebih dalam."
En: "But I'm afraid you'll be hurt even more deeply."

Id: Rini menoleh, menatap mata kakaknya yang penuh perhatian.
En: Rini turned, looking into her brother's caring eyes.

Id: "Aku tahu, Kak. Tapi aku butuh melakukan ini. Untuk kita, untuk Ibu," katanya dengan keteguhan.
En: "I know, Brother. But I need to do this. For us, for Mom," she said with determination.

Id: "Aku kuat. Ibu akan bangga, kan?"
En: "I'm strong. Mom would be proud, right?"

Id: Adi terdiam sejenak, memikirkan kata-kata adiknya.
En: Adi was silent for a moment, pondering his sister's words.

Id: Suara hujan semakin deras.
En: The sound of rain grew heavier.

Id: "Baiklah. Kita lakukan ini bersama. Tapi kita juga tambahkan kenangan kita berdua, agar lebih berarti," Adi tersenyum tipis.
En: "Alright. We'll do this together. But let's also add our memories, to make it more meaningful," Adi smiled faintly.

Id: Mereka menatap satu sama lain, mengerti bahwa ini adalah langkah maju.
En: They looked at each other, understanding that this was a step forward.

Id: Rini akan fokus pada cinta dan kenangan dari ibu mereka, sedangkan Adi akan menambahkan sentuhan kenangan saat mereka bertiga bersama.
En: Rini would focus on the love and memories of their mother, while Adi would add the touches of memories when the three of them were together.

Id: Ada kehangatan baru di antara mereka, seolah hujan yang mengguyur kembali menyuburkan hubungan kakak beradik itu.
En: There was a new warmth between them, as if the rain that poured nourished the bond between the siblings once again.

Id: Di akhir hari, dalam galeri yang kini sunyi karena hujan mulai reda, mereka menemukan harmoni antara kenangan dan cinta.
En: At the end of the day, in the gallery now silent as the rain began to subside, they found harmony between memory and love.

Id: Proyek seni mereka menjadi lebih dari sekedar penghormatan; itu adalah perjalanan bersama, dengan masing-masing saling mengerti dan mendukung.
En: Their art project became more than just a tribute; it was a journey together, with each understanding and supporting the other.


Vocabulary Words:

• poured: turun
• drenching: membasahi
• symphony: simfoni
• atmosphere: suasana
• enthusiasm: antusiasme
• landscape: lanskap
• surfaced: muncul
• determination: keteguhan
• approaching: semakin dekat
• silence: diam
• captivated: terpesona
• dynamic: dinamis
• breathe: menarik napas
• cautious: berhati-hati
• pondering: memikirkan
• subside: reda
• harmony: harmoni
• tribute: penghormatan
• reflection: refleksi
• vibrant: penuh warna
• nourished: menyuburkan
• determination: keteguhan
• inspiration: inspirasi
• faithful: tegar
• struggling: tertekan
• supporting: mendukung
• memories: kenangan
• silent: sunyi
• cherish: mengenang
• emotions: emosi

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Inner Peace: Ayu's Nyepi Celebration in Jakarta
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2025-03-07-23-34-01-id

Story Transcript:

Id: Di pagi hari yang sejuk, Ayu duduk santai di balkon apartemennya.
En: On a cool morning, Ayu sat relaxing on the balcony of her apartment.

Id: Pemandangan gedung pencakar langit di Sudirman Central Business District tampak megah.
En: The view of the skyscrapers in the Sudirman Central Business District looked magnificent.

Id: Tapi, di tengah hiruk pikuk kota Jakarta, Ayu merasa sebuah kerinduan mendalam akan ketenangan Bali di hari Nyepi.
En: But, amidst the hustle and bustle of Jakarta, Ayu felt a deep longing for the tranquility of Bali during Nyepi.

Id: Nyepi, hari raya umat Hindu di Bali, adalah hari penuh makna.
En: Nyepi, a holy day for the Hindus in Bali, is a day full of meaning.

Id: Seolah menjadi satu hari di tahun dimana seluruh kebisingan mereda dan memberi ruang untuk refleksi batiniah.
En: It seems to be the one day of the year where all noise subsides and makes room for inner reflection.

Id: Ayu, seorang profesional muda yang sibuk, ingin merayakan Nyepi meskipun jauh dari kampung halaman.
En: Ayu, a busy young professional, wanted to celebrate Nyepi even though she was far from her hometown.

Id: Jadwal kerjanya yang padat seringkali membuatnya tertekan.
En: Her busy work schedule often stressed her out.

Id: Namun, hari ini berbeda.
En: However, today was different.

Id: Ayu telah memutuskan untuk mengambil cuti pribadi.
En: Ayu had decided to take personal leave.

Id: Dia ingin menghormati tradisi Nyepi meskipun jauh dari Bali.
En: She wanted to honor the Nyepi tradition even if she was far from Bali.

Id: Berlatar pemandangan Jakarta yang ramai, Ayu siap menciptakan ruang damai bagi dirinya sendiri.
En: Against the backdrop of busy Jakarta, Ayu was ready to create a peaceful space for herself.

Id: Di apartemen, Ayu mulai menyiapkan suasana yang tenang.
En: In her apartment, Ayu began to set a calm atmosphere.

Id: Dia menyalakan dupa dan menyusun foto-foto keluarga di altar kecil.
En: She lit some incense and arranged family photos on a small altar.

Id: Aroma dupa memenuhi ruangan, mengingatkannya pada Bali, meskipun dia berada ratusan kilometer jauhnya.
En: The fragrance of the incense filled the room, reminding her of Bali, even though she was hundreds of kilometers away.

Id: Sambil duduk bersila, Ayu memejamkan mata.
En: Sitting cross-legged, Ayu closed her eyes.

Id: Dia berfokus pada pernapasan, mencoba menemukan kedamaian di tengah bisingnya Jakarta.
En: She focused on her breathing, trying to find peace amidst the noise of Jakarta.

Id: Sementara itu, sahabat Ayu, Budi dan Rina, mengirimkan pesan dukungan dari tempat kerja mereka.
En: Meanwhile, Ayu's friends, Budi and Rina, sent messages of support from their workplace.

Id: "Semoga hari Nyepi menjadi waktu yang penuh damai," tulis Budi.
En: "May Nyepi be a peaceful time," wrote Budi.

Id: "Kami mendukungmu!
En: "We support you!"

Id: " tambah Rina.
En: added Rina.

Id: Siang hari datang, matahari bersinar terik.
En: Noon arrived, and the sun shone brightly.

Id: Tapi Ayu tetap tenang.
En: But Ayu remained calm.

Id: Dari balik jendela apartemen, dia dapat melihat keramaian jalanan.
En: From her apartment window, she could see the bustling street.

Id: Namun, di dalam hatinya, sebuah kedamaian menjalar.
En: However, inside her heart, a peace spread.

Id: Dia sadar bahwa kedamaian bukanlah soal tempat, tetapi lebih kepada ruang yang diciptakannya dalam diri.
En: She realized that peace was not about the place but rather about the space she created within herself.

Id: Saat malam tiba, Ayu merasakan perubahan.
En: As night fell, Ayu felt a change.

Id: Meskipun jauh dari Bali, dia merasa telah kembali ke akar budayanya.
En: Even far from Bali, she felt like she had reconnected with her cultural roots.

Id: Hari itu, Ayu tidak hanya merayakan Nyepi, tetapi juga menemukan kedamaian di kotanya sendiri.
En: That day, Ayu not only celebrated Nyepi but also found peace in her own city.

Id: Dia menyadari, di tengah dua dunia yang berbeda—antara kebisingan kota dan tradisi Bali—dia bisa menemukan sebuah harmoni.
En: She realized that amidst two different worlds—between the noise of the city and the traditions of Bali—she could find harmony.

Id: Ketika Ayu beristirahat malam itu, dia tahu bahwa hal paling berharga yang didapatnya hari itu adalah penghargaan yang lebih dalam atas warisan budayanya.
En: As Ayu rested that night, she knew that the most valuable thing she had gained that day was a deeper appreciation for her cultural heritage.

Id: Di masa depan, Ayu yakin, dia akan selalu bisa menciptakan ruang untuk ketenangan, kapanpun, dimanapun.
En: Going forward, Ayu was confident that she would always be able to create a space for tranquility, whenever, wherever.

Id: Sebuah pelajaran yang ia bawa dalam setiap langkahnya ke depan.
En: A lesson she'd carry with her in every step she took forward.


Vocabulary Words:

• balcony: balkon
• skyscrapers: gedung pencakar langit
• magnificent: megah
• longing: kerinduan
• tranquility: ketenangan
• subsides: mereda
• reflection: refleksi
• atmosphere: suasana
• incense: dupa
• fragrance: aroma
• cross-legged: bersila
• breathing: pernapasan
• peaceful: damai
• bustling: keramaian
• harmony: harmoni
• cultural roots: akar budaya
• heritage: warisan
• appreciation: penghargaan
• create: menciptakan
• reflection: refleksi
• reconnected: kembali
• traditions: tradisi
• altar: altar
• amidst: di tengah
• support: dukungan
• subsides: mereda
• noon: siang hari
• message: pesan
• kilometers: kilometer
• whenever: kapanpun

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Unmasking the Nyepi Scandal: Dewi's Bold Rainy Quest
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2025-03-06-23-34-02-id

Story Transcript:

Id: Di tengah gemuruh hujan yang membasahi jalan-jalan Jakarta, SMA Pelita Jaya tetap sibuk.
En: Amidst the roar of rain soaking the streets of Jakarta, SMA Pelita Jaya remains bustling.

Id: Di dalam kelas, suara rintik hujan terdengar jelas, menambah suasana tegang di antara para siswa.
En: Inside the classroom, the sound of rain droplets is clearly heard, adding tension among the students.

Id: Di sekolah ini, Dewi adalah seorang pelajar yang sangat tertarik membuat film.
En: At this school, Dewi is a student who is very interested in making films.

Id: Baru-baru ini, dia mendengar rumor tentang skandal liburan Nyepi yang melibatkan kepala sekolah.
En: Recently, she heard rumors about a Nyepi holiday scandal involving the principal.

Id: "Skandal itu ada di mana-mana," bisik Dewi kepada Raka, sahabatnya, saat mereka duduk di kantin sekolah.
En: "The scandal is everywhere," whispered Dewi to Raka, her best friend, as they sat in the school canteen.

Id: "Aku harus membuat video tentang ini.
En: "I have to make a video about this."

Id: "Raka, yang bercita-cita menjadi jurnalis, menatap Dewi skeptis.
En: Raka, who aspires to be a journalist, looked at Dewi skeptically.

Id: "Kau yakin?
En: "Are you sure?

Id: Bukti masih sedikit.
En: There's little evidence.

Id: Lagipula, kepala sekolah dan staf sekolah berusaha menutupinya.
En: Besides, the principal and school staff are trying to cover it up."

Id: "Namun, Dewi tidak goyah.
En: However, Dewi was unwavering.

Id: "Justru karena itu kita harus mengungkap kebenarannya.
En: "Precisely because of that, we have to uncover the truth."

Id: "Di sisi lain kantin, Sari memandang kedua sahabat itu dengan penuh minat.
En: On the other side of the canteen, Sari watched the two friends with great interest.

Id: Dia selalu menjadi pesaing Dewi dalam hal prestasi.
En: She has always been Dewi's competitor in terms of achievements.

Id: Namun, ada sesuatu yang Sari tahu tentang skandal ini yang membuatnya tertarik untuk ikut campur.
En: However, there was something Sari knew about this scandal that intrigued her to get involved.

Id: Dewi menghadapi dilema: harus percaya pada Raka, Sari, atau bekerja sendiri.
En: Dewi faced a dilemma: should she trust Raka, Sari, or work alone?

Id: Raka mungkin skeptis, tapi dia adalah teman yang setia.
En: Raka might be skeptical, but he is a loyal friend.

Id: Dan Sari, meskipun rival, sepertinya menyimpan informasi berharga.
En: And Sari, although a rival, seemed to hold valuable information.

Id: Dengan tekad, Dewi mendekati Sari.
En: With determination, Dewi approached Sari.

Id: "Aku tahu kau tahu lebih banyak tentang skandal ini.
En: "I know you know more about this scandal.

Id: Apa kau mau bekerja sama?
En: Would you like to cooperate?"

Id: "Sari tersenyum, "Mungkin kita bisa saling bantu.
En: Sari smiled, "Maybe we can help each other.

Id: Tapi, hati-hati.
En: But, be careful.

Id: Ada banyak yang dipertaruhkan.
En: A lot is at stake."

Id: "Bersama-sama, mereka mulai mengumpulkan bukti.
En: Together, they began gathering evidence.

Id: Berjalan dengan payung di bawah hujan, mereka mendatangi berbagai sumber.
En: Walking with umbrellas under the rain, they approached various sources.

Id: Hari demi hari mereka mencari jawaban di balik rumor tersebut.
En: Day by day, they sought answers behind the rumors.

Id: Namun, tantangan semakin besar saat ada ancaman dari pihak sekolah yang menuntut Dewi berhenti mencari-cari.
En: However, the challenges grew as there were threats from the school demanding Dewi stop her investigations.

Id: Puncaknya, Dewi menemukan sesuatu yang mengejutkan di laci meja kepala sekolah — sebuah dokumen.
En: At the climax, Dewi discovered something shocking in the drawer of the principal's desk — a document.

Id: Ini adalah bukti kuat yang bisa mengungkapkan kebenaran di balik skandal tersebut.
En: This was strong evidence that could reveal the truth behind the scandal.

Id: Tapi, jika dia mengungkapnya, dia akan berisiko dikeluarkan.
En: But, if she exposed it, she might risk expulsion.

Id: Di akhir pekan, ketika sekolah mengadakan acara Hari Media, Dewi sudah membuat keputusan.
En: On the weekend, when the school hosted the Media Day event, Dewi had already made a decision.

Id: Dia memutar video hasil kerjanya.
En: She played the video of her work.

Id: Video itu menggemparkan seluruh sekolah.
En: The video rocked the entire school.

Id: Kepala sekolah langsung ditempatkan di bawah penyelidikan.
En: The principal was immediately placed under investigation.

Id: Meskipun videonya mendapat reaksi campur aduk, Dewi tahu satu hal yang pasti.
En: Although her video received mixed reactions, Dewi knew one thing for sure.

Id: Dia telah belajar tentang kekuatan dan konsekuensi dari sebuah cerita.
En: She had learned about the power and consequences of a story.

Id: Ceritanya memang bisa mengubah dunia, dan dia akan terus menggunakan kameranya untuk mendongengkan keadilan.
En: Her story could indeed change the world, and she would continue to use her camera to tell stories of justice.

Id: Di tengah hujan yang terus turun di Jakarta, Dewi tahu bahwa dia baru saja memulai perjalanannya.
En: Amid the rain continuing to fall in Jakarta, Dewi knew she had just begun her journey.

Id: Penyampaian kebenaran memang tidak mudah, namun selalu layak diperjuangkan.
En: Delivering the truth is not easy, but it is always worth fighting for.


Vocabulary Words:

• amidst: di tengah
• roar: gemuruh
• soaking: membasahi
• bustling: sibuk
• droplets: rintik
• tension: tegang
• rumors: rumor
• scandal: skandal
• aspire: bercita-cita
• sceptically: skeptis
• unwavering: tidak goyah
• uncover: mengungkap
• dilemma: dilema
• competitor: pesaing
• achievement: prestasi
• intrigued: tertarik
• determination: tekad
• cooperate: bekerja sama
• stake: dipertaruhkan
• evidence: bukti
• sources: sumber
• challenges: tantangan
• threats: ancaman
• drawer: laci
• expulsion: dikeluarkan
• investigation: penyelidikan
• consequences: konsekuensi
• media: media
• justice: keadilan
• journey: perjalanan