Meaning
Today's Sentences
- I’m stuck in line.
- I’m stuck at work.
- I’m stuck in traffic.
- I’m stuck at the airport.
- I’m stuck in this relationship.
- Writer's Note
01
I’m stuck in line.
Situation 1
Where are you?
Let’s grab a coffee!
Ayo minum kopi!
I’m stuck in line.
Where?
I’m in line to use the bank machine.
I think there’s a rush because it’s lunch time.
Saya pikir ada banyak orang karena ini adalah jam makan siang.
Situation 2
Are you almost here?
Sorry, I’m stuck in line.
Where?
At the coffee shop.
I wanted to grab us a coffee on my way to meet you.
Saya ingin mengambil kopi untuk kita dalam perjalanan bertemu denganmu.
02
I’m stuck at work.
Situation 1
Will you be able to make it to dinner?
Actually, I’m stuck at work.
Didn’t you stay at the office late yesterday too?
You must be so tired.
Kamu pasti sangat lelah.
I did.
I think I’ll be home around 11.
Saya pikir saya akan sampai di rumah sekitar jam 11.
Situation 2
Since it’s your first day will you be home earlier?
Well, I’m stuck at work.
Why?
I have to takeover the new duties of team lead.
I’ll call you when I’m done.
Saya akan menelepon Anda setelah saya selesai.
03
I’m stuck in traffic.
Situation 1
Are you still on your way?
I’m stuck in traffic.
But I’ll be there as soon as I can.
Namun, saya akan tiba secepat mungkin.
Don’t rush.
I wouldn’t want you to get into an accident.
Saya tidak ingin Anda mengalami kecelakaan.
I’ll call you when I’m close-by.
Situation 2
Are you home yet?
I’m stuck in traffic.
I need to take the dog out for a walk.
But I’m stuck in traffic too.
Namun, saya juga terjebak dalam kemacetan.
How about whoever gets home first, takes the dog out?
04
I’m stuck at the airport.
Situation 1
See you in a bit.
Actually, I’m stuck at the airport.
Why?
My flight got cancelled.
Situation 2
I’m stuck at the airport.
I thought you’d be arriving soon.
Can you get on the next flight?
Bisakah Anda naik penerbangan berikutnya?
They’re trying to find one for me.
I’ll message you when I get my new flight details.
Aku akan menghubungimu ketika aku mendapatkan detail penerbangan baruku.
Okay. Just get here safely.
I’ll be at the airport to pick you up.
Aku akan berada di bandara untuk menjemputmu.
05
I’m stuck in this relationship.
Situation 1
How have you been?
I’ve been okay.
I know you were having some second thoughts about your relationship.
Do you still feel the same?
Apakah kamu masih merasakan hal yang sama?
I feel stressed because I know I’m stuck in this relationship.
Situation 2
How are you and your boyfriend doing?
Well, I’m stuck in this relationship.
Why do you feel that way?
Because I know I can never break up with him.
I love him enough that I can’t hurt his feelings.
Aku mencintainya hingga aku tak bisa menyakiti perasaannya.
Writer's Note
Have you ever felt stuck in a situation? Have you ever felt stuck in life? I think we've all experienced these feelings once, whether in our personal or professional lives. Here are some ways feeling stuck may meaning various situations.
Physical Situation: It may refer to being physically trapped or unable to move, such as being stuck in traffic, having your vehicle stuck in mud or snow, having a ring stuck on your finger, or even stuck in a small space such as an elevator.
Mental or Emotional State: It can express feelings of being overwhelmed or unable to make progress in a situation. For example, you may be struggling with a problem, homework, studying for a test, feeling indecisive, or be in such states as composer’s block and writer's block.
Social Context: It might indicate a feeling of being trapped in a social situation. For example, being stuck in an uncomfortable conversation, meeting new people, being with friends that are different, or being in a limiting relationship.
Technical Issue: In technology, it can refer to software or devices that are not functioning properly. For example, software issues like crashes, glitches, or incompatibility issues. Hardware issues like damaged screens, batteries, or other hardware malfunction. Internet connectivity issues like slow connection, Wi-Fi connectivity, or network connectivity problems.