• Finding Home: Dewi's Journey Through Jakarta's Markets

  • Oct 28 2024
  • Length: 18 mins
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Finding Home: Dewi's Journey Through Jakarta's Markets

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  • Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Home: Dewi's Journey Through Jakarta's Markets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-10-28-22-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di bawah langit cerah Jakarta, di pagi hari yang hangat, Dewi berdiri di depan jendela kamar asramanya.En: Under the clear sky of Jakarta, on a warm morning, Dewi stood in front of the window of her dorm room.Id: Suasana asrama kampus begitu hidup dengan aktivitas para mahasiswa.En: The atmosphere of the campus dormitory was so lively with the activities of the students.Id: Beberapa sibuk dengan buku tebal, yang lain tertawa riang di ruang umum.En: Some were busy with thick books, others were laughing merrily in the common room.Id: Namun, di balik senyumnya, Dewi merasa ada ruang kosong di dalam hatinya.En: However, behind her smile, Dewi felt there was an empty space in her heart.Id: Rasa rindu pada keluarganya di Jogja terasa semakin kuat.En: The longing for her family in Jogja grew stronger.Id: Dewi terduduk di tepi ranjang, mendesah pelan.En: Dewi sat on the edge of her bed, sighing softly.Id: "Aku harus membuat tempat ini terasa lebih seperti rumah," gumamnya.En: "I have to make this place feel more like home," she muttered.Id: Ia tahu jawabannya ada di dekorasi yang berasal dari budayanya sendiri, yang mengingatkannya pada masa kecilnya.En: She knew the answer lay in decorations that originated from her own culture, reminding her of her childhood.Id: Namun, akhir-akhir ini, uang bulanannya menipis.En: However, lately, her monthly allowance was running low.Id: Belanja dekorasi yang cantik harus dipikirkan dengan matang.En: Shopping for pretty decorations had to be thought out carefully.Id: Dengan tekad bulat, Dewi mengajak Aris dan Sita, teman sekamarnya, pergi ke pasar lokal yang penuh warna.En: With firm resolve, Dewi invited Aris and Sita, her roommates, to go to the local colorful market.Id: "Ayo kita cari sesuatu yang bisa membuat kamar kita lebih nyaman," kata Dewi dengan senyum optimis.En: "Let's find something that can make our room more comfortable," said Dewi with an optimistic smile.Id: Pasar itu, meskipun ramai, memiliki daya tarik yang khas—perpaduan antara aroma rempah-rempah, bunga yang mekar di musim semi, dan hiruk-pikuk para pedagang yang sibuk.En: The market, though crowded, had a unique charm—a blend of the scent of spices, flowers blooming in spring, and the hustle and bustle of busy vendors.Id: Setibanya di sana, mata mereka tertuju pada kios-kios berderet yang menawarkan berbagai barang.En: Upon arrival, their eyes were drawn to the rows of stalls offering various goods.Id: Dewi berhenti di sebuah kios kecil yang menjual kain batik dan kerajinan tangan.En: Dewi stopped at a small stall selling batik fabrics and handicrafts.Id: Penjualnya, seorang wanita paruh baya dengan wajah ramah, mengingatkan Dewi pada neneknya.En: The seller, a middle-aged woman with a friendly face, reminded Dewi of her grandmother.Id: "Nak, mencari apa?En: "Dear, what are you looking for?"Id: " tanya wanita itu dengan lembut.En: the woman asked gently.Id: Dewi menjelaskan keinginannya untuk menemukan sesuatu yang mengingatkan pada rumah.En: Dewi explained her desire to find something that reminded her of home.Id: Sang penjual menunjukkan beberapa kain batik dengan motif klasik.En: The seller showed her several batik fabrics with classic patterns.Id: "Untukmu, harga spesial," ujarnya sambil tersenyum hangat.En: "For you, a special price," she said with a warm smile.Id: Dekorasi terbuat dari kain batik sebenarnya sederhana, tapi Dewi bisa membayangkan bagaimana itu akan menghidupkan kamarnya.En: Decorations made from batik fabric were actually simple, but Dewi could imagine how it would enliven her room.Id: Dengan bahagia, Dewi memilih beberapa motif yang paling ia sukai.En: Happily, Dewi chose a few patterns she liked the most.Id: Aris dan Sita juga ikut membeli beberapa barang kecil yang membuat mereka merasa nyaman dan senang.En: Aris and Sita also bought a few small items that made them feel comfortable and happy.Id: "Kita bisa berbagi," saran Sita, "supaya kamar kita lebih bervariasi.En: "We can share," suggested Sita, "so our room will be more varied."Id: "Ketika mereka kembali ke asrama, Dewi merasa hatinya lebih ringan.En: When they returned to the dorm, Dewi felt her heart was lighter.Id: Kain batik itu segera digantung di dinding, memberikan kesan hangat dan familiar.En: The batik fabric was immediately hung on the wall, giving a warm and familiar impression.Id: Saat malam tiba, meski lelah setelah berbelanja dan belajar, Dewi tersenyum puas.En: As night fell, even though she was tired after shopping and studying, Dewi smiled contentedly.Id: Di kamar yang sekarang terasa lebih personal, ia merasa lebih terhubung dengan rumah dan budayanya.En: In a room that now felt more personal, she felt more connected to home and her culture.Id: Seiring waktu, Dewi menyadari bahwa ...
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