Meaning
Contoh penggunaan dalam kalimat: "Is that why you didn’t come to the party?" yang dapat diartikan sebagai "Apakah itu sebabnya kamu tidak datang ke pesta?" Di sini, penanya ingin mengetahui apakah alasan ketidakhadiran orang tersebut di pesta adalah karena alasan yang baru saja disebutkan atau dibahas sebelumnya.
Ungkapan ini sangat berguna dalam percakapan sehari-hari untuk mengklarifikasi atau mengonfirmasi sesuatu yang mungkin saja tidak diketahui atau hanya berdasarkan dugaan. Penggunaan "Is that why you" dapat membantu memperjelas komunikasi dan memastikan bahwa kedua belah pihak memiliki pemahaman yang sama tentang alasan di balik suatu tindakan.
Secara umum, "Is that why you" membantu dalam mengungkapkan rasa ingin tahu dan mencari kejelasan lebih lanjut dalam sebuah percakapan.
Today's Sentences
- Is that why you quit your job?
- Is that why you became a chef?
- Is that why you put your hair up?
- Is that why you’re taking the bus?
- Is that why you want to be an athlete?
- Writer's Note
01
Is that why you quit your job?
Situation 1
I’ve had insomnia for the past year.
Is that why you quit your job?
Yes.
That’s the biggest reason why I quit.
Itu alasan terbesar mengapa saya berhenti.
What will you do now?
Situation 2
I just started a business.
Is that why you quit your job?
Yes, I’ve been planning and putting together a business plan for the past year.
Congratulations!
I hope everything goes your way.
Saya harap semuanya berjalan sesuai dengan keinginan Anda.
02
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 1
I love the sauce on this steak!
Sounds like you really like food.
I do.
I love the challenge of putting together flavors and the art of presenting it.
Saya menyukai tantangan dalam menyatukan rasa dan seni dalam menyajikannya.
Is that why you became a chef?
Situation 2
I love cooking.
I like to experiment when I’m home.
Saya suka bereksperimen ketika saya di rumah.
Is that why you became a chef?
Yes, it is.
I’d love to cook for you sometime.
Saya ingin sekali memasak untukmu suatu saat.
Really?
That would be great!
Itu akan sangat bagus!
03
Is that why you put your hair up?
Situation 1
You look really pretty today.
Thanks.
I’m going to an event for work today.
Saya akan pergi ke acara untuk pekerjaan hari ini.
Is that why you put your hair up?
Yes, I thought it would go well with my dress.
Situation 2
It’s so hot today.
Is that why you put your hair up?
Yea, I can’t stand hair on my neck in 30 degree weather.
Ponytails look good on you!
04
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Situation 1
My car is a total wreck right now.
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Yea, no-one could drop me off so I took transit.
I can give you a ride if you need.
Situation 2
I broke my leg yesterday.
Is that why you’re taking the bus?
Yes, I couldn’t drive with this cast on.
I hope you get better soon.
Saya berharap kamu segera sembuh.
05
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Situation 1
Did you watch the Olympics?
I did!
What was your favorite event?
Acara favoritmu apa?
I couldn’t take my eyes off skateboarding.
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Situation 2
I used to love watching baseball with my dad.
Is that why you want to be an athlete?
Yes it is.
My dream is to become a pitcher and play for the Major Leagues.
Impian saya adalah menjadi seorang pitcher dan bermain di Major Leagues.
I hope your dreams come true!
Writer's Note
We often use the phrase "Is that why" to ask or confirm the reason for someone's actions.
Here are some more examples:
- Is that why you're sad?
- Is that why you're going to see a counselor?
- Is that why she's getting a divorce?
- Is that why he's going back to school?
- Is that why they're moving overseas?
- Is that why we're changing schools?
