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  • High Stakes at Pasar Jakarta: A Night of Cards and Courage

    High Stakes at Pasar Jakarta: A Night of Cards and Courage
    Dec 27 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: High Stakes at Pasar Jakarta: A Night of Cards and Courage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-27-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah hiruk-pikuk pasar Jakarta, sebuah warung berdiri megah.En: In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the pasar Jakarta, a warung stood majestically.Id: Aroma rempah-rempah menguar dari dapur, bercampur dengan suara klontang panci dan wajan.En: The aroma of spices wafted from the kitchen, mingling with the sounds of clanging pots and pans.Id: Namun, di belakang warung itu, di balik tirai tebal, suasana berbeda.En: However, behind that warung, behind thick curtains, the atmosphere was different.Id: Ruangan itu temaram, dihiasi asap rokok, dan dipenuhi harapan serta ketegangan.En: The room was dimly lit, filled with cigarette smoke, and filled with hope and tension.Id: Rizal duduk di salah satu kursi kayu yang mengelilingi meja poker.En: Rizal sat on one of the wooden chairs surrounding the poker table.Id: Ia adalah seorang pemuda yang penuh ambisi.En: He was a young man full of ambition.Id: Setiap hari, ia bekerja keras di pekerjaan yang membosankan, tetapi malam ini, nasibnya mungkin berubah.En: Every day, he worked hard at a boring job, but tonight, his fate might change.Id: Di hadapannya duduk Indra, teman baik sekaligus saingannya.En: Across from him sat Indra, a good friend and rival.Id: Indra terkenal pandai dalam permainan kartu.En: Indra was known to be skilled in card games.Id: Dewi, pemilik warung, menyajikan teh manis hangat.En: Dewi, the owner of the warung, served warm sweet tea.Id: Ia mengenal Rizal dan Indra, sering melihat keduanya di sini setiap malam.En: She knew Rizal and Indra, often seeing them here every night.Id: Dewi terkesan dengan semangat Rizal, meskipun kadang terlalu berani.En: Dewi was impressed by Rizal's spirit, even though he was sometimes too daring.Id: Malam itu panas.En: That night was hot.Id: Kipas angin berdecit, berjuang melawan udara yang berat.En: The fan squeaked, struggling against the heavy air.Id: Rizal menarik napas dalam-dalam.En: Rizal took a deep breath.Id: Tarikannya kali ini lebih besar dari sebelumnya.En: This time, his risk was bigger than before.Id: Ia harus menang untuk melunasi hutang dan meraih kesempatan baru.En: He had to win to pay off his debts and seize a new opportunity.Id: Rizal tidak berpengalaman dibanding pemain lain.En: Rizal was inexperienced compared to the other players.Id: Tangan-tangan mereka terampil, mata mereka tajam.En: Their hands were skillful, their eyes sharp.Id: Setiap gerak-gerik Rizal dapat terbaca, terutama oleh Indra.En: Every move Rizal made could be read, especially by Indra.Id: Ketika permainan dimulai, Rizal memutuskan bermain aman.En: When the game started, Rizal decided to play it safe.Id: Tapi, melihat setiap kartu terlempar dan tumpukan uang bertambah, hatinya mulai gusar.En: But, seeing each card thrown and the pile of money grow, his heart began to race.Id: Saat putaran menuju puncaknya, Indra meliriknya dengan pandangan rahasia.En: As the round reached its peak, Indra glanced at him with a secretive look.Id: "Kau yakin, Zal?En: "Are you sure, Zal?"Id: " goda Indra sambil memasang taruhan besar.En: Indra teased while placing a big bet.Id: Inilah saat yang menentukan.En: This was the decisive moment.Id: Rizal bisa menyerah dan kehilangan atau menghadapi taruhan besar ini dan, mungkin, menang.En: Rizal could fold and lose or face this big bet and possibly win.Id: Rizal mengingat kembali nasehat Indra.En: Rizal remembered Indra's advice.Id: "Kau harus berani mengambil risiko, jangan terbawa emosi.En: "You have to take risks, don't get carried away by emotions."Id: " Dengan tangan gemetar, Rizal menatap kartu di tangannya.En: With trembling hands, Rizal stared at the cards in his hand.Id: Lalu, dengan keputusan bulat, ia memasang semua yang ia miliki.En: Then, with a firm decision, he went all in.Id: Sebuah kartu terakhir diungkap.En: A final card was revealed.Id: Para pemain terdiam.En: The players fell silent.Id: Indra menatap tepat ke mata Rizal.En: Indra looked directly into Rizal's eyes.Id: Ini adalah momen yang menentukan, persahabatan dan nasib bertemu di ujung meja.En: This was the decisive moment, friendship and fate meeting at the edge of the table.Id: Dengan ketegangan menyesakkan ruangan, Rizal memanggil tawaran Indra.En: With tension suffocating the room, Rizal called Indra's bet.Id: "Aku panggil," katanya dengan suara serak.En: "I call," he said hoarsely.Id: Maka kartu terakhir dibuka.En: Then the final card was revealed.Id: Keheningan.En: Silence.Id: Kemudian, senyum lebar menghiasi wajah Rizal.En: Then, a wide smile graced Rizal's face.Id: Kartu-kartunya menang dengan kombinasi mengejutkan.En: His cards won with a surprising combination.Id: "Selamat, Zal!En: "Congratulations, Zal!"Id: " seru Dewi dari kejauhan, sambil menambahkan teh untuk merayakan kemenangan Rizal.En: ...
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    20 mins
  • Finding Love Amidst the Festive Office Lights

    Finding Love Amidst the Festive Office Lights
    Dec 26 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Love Amidst the Festive Office Lights Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-26-23-34-01-id Story Transcript:Id: Saat hujan deras turun di luar jendela kantor, lantai dua gedung di pusat Jakarta berkilauan dengan lampu-lampu Natal.En: When the heavy rain fell outside the office window, the second floor of the building in the center of Jakarta sparkled with Christmas lights.Id: Aroma kue nastar dan kastengel menyebar di seluruh ruangan, menambah suasana perayaan yang meriah.En: The aroma of kue nastar and kastengel spread throughout the room, enhancing the festive celebration atmosphere.Id: Ayunda, seorang eksekutif pemasaran yang berdedikasi, menyadari bahwa pesta kantor menjadi momen yang ditunggu-tunggu.En: Ayunda, a dedicated marketing executive, realized that the office party was a much-anticipated moment.Id: Dewi, teman baik sekaligus kolega Ayunda, melambai sambil menahan piring berisi lumpia.En: Dewi, Ayunda's good friend and colleague, waved while holding a plate of lumpia.Id: "Ayunda, ayo! Jangan hanya berdiri di sana. Ini pesta!"En: "Ayunda, come on! Don't just stand there. It's a party!"Id: Ayunda tersenyum tipis.En: Ayunda smiled slightly.Id: "Aku hanya berpikir, Dewi. Kadang aku merasa butuh istirahat dari semua kesibukan ini."En: "I'm just thinking, Dewi. Sometimes I feel I need a break from all this busyness."Id: "Makanya, cobalah rileks. Mungkin kau akan menemukan sesuatu yang berharga di sini. Seperti persahabatan... atau lebih," jawab Dewi seraya mengedipkan mata.En: "That's why, try to relax. Maybe you'll find something valuable here. Like friendship... or more," Dewi replied with a wink.Id: Di sudut ruangan, Rizky, seorang manajer proyek yang dikenal cerdas dan percaya diri, duduk sambil mengaduk minuman.En: In the corner of the room, Rizky, a project manager known for being smart and confident, sat stirring a drink.Id: Hatinya berdebar saat melihat Ayunda berjalan mendekat.En: His heart raced as he saw Ayunda approaching.Id: "Rizky, boleh duduk?" tanya Ayunda, mencoba bersikap santai meski ada rasa canggung.En: "Rizky, may I sit down?" Ayunda asked, trying to act casual despite feeling awkward.Id: "Tentu, Ayunda. Bagaimana harimu?" Rizky menjawab sambil tersenyum.En: "Of course, Ayunda. How was your day?" Rizky answered with a smile.Id: Mereka berbincang ringan dengan suara gitar akustik sebagai latar belakang.En: They chatted lightly with the sound of acoustic guitar in the background.Id: Rahasia kecil terasa mengalir di antara gelak tawa.En: Small secrets seemed to flow amidst the laughter.Id: Rizky, yang biasa menutup diri, merasa nyaman dan lebih terbuka berbicara dengan Ayunda.En: Rizky, who usually kept to himself, felt comfortable and more open talking to Ayunda.Id: "Aku selalu ingin kehidupan yang lebih seimbang," ungkap Ayunda. "Kesuksesan karir ini tidak selalu membawa kebahagiaan yang kuharapkan."En: "I've always wanted a more balanced life," Ayunda admitted. "This career success doesn't always bring the happiness I hoped for."Id: "Kadang aku merasa harus berpura-pura kuat," Rizky mengaku. "Padahal, aku juga ingin seseorang yang mengerti diriku."En: "Sometimes I feel like I have to pretend to be strong," Rizky confessed. "Yet, I also want someone to understand me."Id: Lilin-lilin menyala lembut di sekeliling mereka, menambah kehangatan percakapan.En: The candles lit softly around them, adding warmth to the conversation.Id: "Mungkin, kita bisa saling memahami," Rizky berkata pelan.En: "Maybe, we can understand each other," Rizky said quietly.Id: "Aku setuju," kata Ayunda senyumannya merekah lebih lebar. "Mari kita coba. Bertemu di luar kantor. Jadi lebih dari sekadar kolega."En: "I agree," Ayunda said, her smile growing wider. "Let's try. Meet outside the office. Be more than just colleagues."Id: Malam semakin larut, dan hujan di luar jendela mulai mereda. Ayunda dan Rizky berjalan ke lobi, siap menghadapi langkah baru dalam hidup mereka.En: As the night grew later, and the rain outside the window started to subside, Ayunda and Rizky walked to the lobby, ready to face a new step in their lives.Id: Mereka tahu tantangan belum selesai, tetapi kini lebih siap menghadapinya bersama.En: They knew the challenges weren't over, but now they were more prepared to face them together.Id: Mereka pun melangkahkan kaki menuju kesempatan baru, sebuah permulaan yang diiringi harapan dan kebahagiaan yang lebih besar dari yang mereka bayangkan.En: They then stepped towards new opportunities, a beginning accompanied by hope and happiness greater than they had imagined.Id: Ayunda menyadari, kadang membuka hati bisa membawa keajaiban kecil dalam hidup.En: Ayunda realized that sometimes opening your heart can bring small miracles in life. Vocabulary Words:sparkled: berkilauanaroma: aromaanticipated: ditunggu-tunggucolleague: kolegaawkward: canggungcasual: santaipretend: berpura-puraconfessed: ...
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    17 mins
  • Holiday Dilemma: Choosing Family Over Project Deadlines

    Holiday Dilemma: Choosing Family Over Project Deadlines
    Dec 26 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Holiday Dilemma: Choosing Family Over Project Deadlines Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-26-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di jantung kota yang sibuk, kantor perusahaan tempat Rendra bekerja dipenuhi oleh semangat musim liburan.En: In the heart of the bustling city, the office of the company where Rendra worked was filled with the spirit of the holiday season.Id: Pohon Natal berdiri di sudut ruangan, dan lampu berkelap-kelip menambah semarak suasana.En: A Christmas tree stood in the corner of the room, and twinkling lights added to the lively atmosphere.Id: Aroma kopi segar menyebar dari dapur kecil di ujung lorong, mengundang para karyawan untuk mengambil rehat sejenak.En: The aroma of fresh coffee wafted from the small kitchen at the end of the hallway, inviting the employees to take a momentary break.Id: Rendra, seorang manajer proyek yang ambisius, duduk di depan komputernya dengan tatapan penuh konsentrasi.En: Rendra, an ambitious project manager, sat in front of his computer with a look of deep concentration.Id: Tumpukan dokumen menghias mejanya, dan teleponnya tak henti berdering.En: A pile of documents adorned his desk, and his phone was constantly ringing.Id: Musim panas ini, meski sebagian besar orang berharap menikmati liburan, Rendra justru terjebak dalam tekanan pekerjaannya.En: This summer, though most people hoped to enjoy a holiday, Rendra was trapped under the pressure of his job.Id: Di tempat yang sama, Sari, rekan dan sahabat dekat Rendra, memperhatikan dari jauh.En: In the same place, Sari, Rendra's colleague and close friend, observed from afar.Id: Dia tahu bahwa liburan akhir tahun ini sangat penting bagi Rendra.En: She knew that this end-of-year holiday was very important to Rendra.Id: Dia mengingat bagaimana Rendra sering berbicara tentang keinginannya untuk menghabiskan waktu dengan keluarga.En: She recalled how Rendra often talked about his desire to spend time with his family.Id: Namun, proyek besar yang harus diselesaikan sebelum akhir bulan menempatkan Rendra dalam dilema.En: However, the major project that had to be completed before the end of the month put Rendra in a dilemma.Id: "Sari," panggil Rendra dengan suara lembut ketika Sari mendekat, "Aku merasa bersalah. Anak-anak sudah lama menunggu liburan ini. Tapi pekerjaan ini... terlalu banyak."En: "Sari," called Rendra softly when Sari approached, "I feel guilty. The kids have been waiting for this holiday for a long time. But this work... it's just too much."Id: Sari tersenyum hangat. "Rendra, kamu tahu aku selalu ada di sini jika kamu butuh bantuan. Peluang seperti ini tidak datang dua kali. Keluarga lebih berharga dari segalanya."En: Sari smiled warmly. "Rendra, you know I'm always here if you need help. Opportunities like this don't come twice. Family is more valuable than anything."Id: Rendra menghela napas panjang. Kata-kata Sari bergaung dalam pikirannya.En: Rendra took a long sigh. Sari's words resonated in his mind.Id: Namun, tekanan dari atasannya semakin berat.En: However, the pressure from his boss was becoming heavier.Id: Berbagai rapat penting dan tenggat waktu proyek membuatnya ragu untuk mengambil cuti.En: Various important meetings and project deadlines made him hesitant to take leave.Id: Hari demi hari berlalu, hingga tiba saatnya untuk memilih.En: Day by day passed until the time came to choose.Id: Hari itu, Rendra harus menghadiri pertemuan penting di kantor.En: That day, Rendra had to attend an important meeting at the office.Id: Namun di waktu yang sama, keluarganya menunggu di bandara untuk liburan pertama mereka ke pantai saat musim panas.En: But at the same time, his family was waiting at the airport for their first holiday to the beach in the summer.Id: Ketika jam dinding berdetak mendekati tengah hari, hati Rendra bergejolak.En: As the wall clock ticked close to noon, Rendra's heart was in turmoil.Id: Ia menatap kalender di mejanya, mengingat wajah gembira anak-anaknya.En: He glanced at the calendar on his desk, remembering his children's joyful faces.Id: Akhirnya, dengan napas yang tertahan, Rendra berdiri.En: Finally, with held breath, Rendra stood up.Id: Dia melangkah menuju ruangan bosnya.En: He walked towards his boss's office.Id: "Pak, saya tahu ini tiba-tiba, tapi saya harus bersama keluarga saya. Saya harus pergi. Pekerjaan ini penting, tapi keluarga adalah segalanya."En: "Sir, I know this is sudden, but I have to be with my family. I have to go. This work is important, but family is everything."Id: Bosnya terdiam sejenak, lalu mengangguk.En: His boss paused for a moment, then nodded.Id: "Saya menghargai kejujuranmu, Rendra. Pergilah, perusahaan akan tetap berjalan."En: "I appreciate your honesty, Rendra. Go, the company will still run."Id: Rendra merasa seolah beban besar terangkat dari bahunya.En: Rendra felt as if a huge burden had been lifted from his shoulders.Id: Dua jam kemudian, dia ...
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    20 mins
  • Bali Dreams: Rizky's Quest for Success at the Office Party

    Bali Dreams: Rizky's Quest for Success at the Office Party
    Dec 25 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Bali Dreams: Rizky's Quest for Success at the Office Party Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-25-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Matahari terbenam dengan indah di atas komunitas perumahan mewah di Bali.En: The sun set beautifully over the luxurious residential community in Bali.Id: Lampu-lampu kecil menghias setiap sudutnya, menciptakan suasana hangat dan meriah.En: Small lights adorned every corner, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.Id: Di tengah malam musim panas itu, Rizky mengenakan kemeja batik terbarunya, bersiap menghadiri pesta Natal kantor pertamanya di pulau ini.En: In the middle of that summer night, Rizky put on his newest batik shirt, getting ready to attend his first office Christmas party on the island.Id: Rizky baru saja pindah ke Bali untuk pekerjaan impiannya.En: Rizky had just moved to Bali for his dream job.Id: Ia tahu, pesta ini adalah kesempatan emas untuk mengenal rekan kerja dan, terutama, membuat kesan baik pada Dewi, bosnya yang terkenal tegas namun adil.En: He knew this party was a golden opportunity to get to know his coworkers and, most importantly, make a good impression on Dewi, his boss who was known for being strict yet fair.Id: Ada proyek besar di kantor, dan Rizky sangat ingin ditunjuk untuk menanganinya.En: There was a big project at the office, and Rizky was very eager to be assigned to handle it.Id: Sesampainya di pesta, Rizky tersenyum dan memperkenalkan dirinya kepada setiap orang.En: Upon arriving at the party, Rizky smiled and introduced himself to everyone.Id: Makanan lezat diletakkan di meja panjang, sementara musik gamelan lembut mengalun di udara.En: Delicious food was laid out on a long table, while soft gamelan music filled the air.Id: Rizky mencoba mencari topik pembicaraan yang cocok dengan masing-masing orang.En: Rizky tried to find suitable conversation topics with each person.Id: Satu per satu, ia merasa sedikit lebih nyaman, meskipun rasa gugup kadang menyerangnya.En: One by one, he felt a bit more comfortable, although nervousness occasionally struck him.Id: Setelah beberapa lama, Rizky melihat Dewi berdiri sendirian di dekat kolam renang.En: After a while, Rizky saw Dewi standing alone by the swimming pool.Id: "Ini saatnya," pikir Rizky.En: "This is the moment," Rizky thought.Id: Ia menarik napas dalam untuk menghilangkan kecemasannya dan mendekati Dewi dengan senyuman hangat.En: He took a deep breath to calm his anxiety and approached Dewi with a warm smile.Id: Namun, sebelum Rizky sempat berbicara, Wayan tiba-tiba datang.En: However, before Rizky could speak, Wayan suddenly came over.Id: Wayan, yang juga mengincar proyek itu, segera menyapa Dewi dan berbicara panjang lebar.En: Wayan, who was also eyeing the project, immediately greeted Dewi and began a long conversation.Id: Rizky terpaksa mundur selangkah, merasakan campuran rasa kecewa dan cemas.En: Rizky had to step back, feeling a mix of disappointment and anxiety.Id: Selama beberapa menit berikutnya, Rizky berdiri sambil menatap minumannya.En: For the next few minutes, Rizky stood gazing at his drink.Id: Tak lama, seorang rekan kerja yang sebelumnya ia kenal, Ketut, mendekatinya.En: Soon, a coworker he had met earlier, Ketut, approached him.Id: "Rizky, kamu sudah bicara dengan Dewi?En: "Rizky, have you spoken to Dewi?"Id: " tanyanya.En: he asked.Id: Rizky menjelaskan situasinya.En: Rizky explained the situation.Id: Ketut, dengan senyuman penuh makna, berkata, "Tenang Rizky, ada banyak cara untuk mendapatkan perhatian Dewi.En: Ketut, with a meaningful smile, said, "Relax Rizky, there are many ways to get Dewi's attention.Id: Mungkin besok kita bisa bicara lagi dengannya, waktu suasana lebih tenang.En: Maybe tomorrow we can talk to her again, when things are calmer."Id: "Hari berikutnya, dengan bantuan Ketut, Rizky mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bertemu Dewi di kantor.En: The next day, with Ketut's help, Rizky got the opportunity to meet Dewi at the office.Id: Kali ini, tanpa gangguan, Rizky menarik napas dalam-dalam dan menyampaikan ide-idenya dengan jelas dan penuh semangat.En: This time, without interruption, Rizky took a deep breath and presented his ideas clearly and passionately.Id: Dewi, yang mendengarkan dengan seksama, terlihat terkesan.En: Dewi, listening intently, looked impressed.Id: Dewi akhirnya berkata, "Rizky, aku suka semangatmu.En: Dewi finally said, "Rizky, I like your enthusiasm.Id: Aku akan mempertimbangkan ide ini dengan serius.En: I will consider this idea seriously."Id: " Rizky merasa lega dan puas.En: Rizky felt relieved and satisfied.Id: Meski awalnya cemas dan ragu, Rizky menyadari pentingnya membangun hubungan baik dengan rekan kerja.En: Although initially anxious and doubtful, Rizky realized the importance of building good relationships with coworkers.Id: Aliansi yang ia bangun di pesta malam itu membantu membuka jalan baginya.En: The alliances he formed at the party ...
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    18 mins
  • Santa in Jakarta: A Heartwarming Holiday Surprise

    Santa in Jakarta: A Heartwarming Holiday Surprise
    Dec 25 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Santa in Jakarta: A Heartwarming Holiday Surprise Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-25-08-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di sebuah kompleks elit di Jakarta, suasana Natal mulai terasa meski panas terik musim panas menyelimuti kota.En: In an elite complex in Jakarta, the Christmas atmosphere began to be felt even though the scorching summer heat enveloped the city.Id: Lampu-lampu berwarna warni menghiasi setiap sudut dan pohon-pohon Natal berdiri megah di halaman depan rumah.En: Colorful lights adorned every corner, and Christmas trees stood majestically in the front yards of houses.Id: Indra, seorang warga yang suka menyebarkan keceriaan, memiliki rencana khusus tahun ini.En: Indra, a resident who loves to spread cheer, had a special plan this year.Id: Indra ingin memberikan hadiah natal kejutan kepada tetangganya, Dewi, yang baru saja pindah ke kompleks.En: Indra wanted to give a surprise Christmas gift to his neighbor, Dewi, who had just moved into the complex.Id: Dewi dikenal sebagai tetangga yang baik hati dan ramah.En: Dewi was known as a kind-hearted and friendly neighbor.Id: Namun, Indra menghadapi tantangan besar.En: However, Indra faced a big challenge.Id: Keamanan di kompleks semakin ketat setelah beberapa acara liburan baru-baru ini.En: Security in the complex had tightened after several recent holiday events.Id: "Duh, bagaimana caranya ya?" pikir Indra sambil berjalan-jalan di sekitar rumahnya.En: "Oh, how can I do this?" thought Indra as he walked around his house.Id: Ia lalu memutuskan untuk berdandan sebagai Santa Claus.En: He then decided to dress up as Santa Claus.Id: "Semua orang pasti berpikir ini bagian dari perayaan," gumamnya penuh optimisme.En: "Everyone will surely think this is part of the celebration," he murmured optimistically.Id: Di malam hari, dengan jubah merah dan topi Santa, Indra mulai menjalankan misinya.En: At night, with a red robe and Santa hat, Indra began his mission.Id: Ia membawa kotak hadiah yang dibungkus apik.En: He carried a neatly wrapped gift box.Id: Sambil mengendap-endap melalui halaman, tiba-tiba Wayan, tetangga sebelah yang suka mengusili, melihatnya.En: As he tip-toed through the yard, suddenly Wayan, the neighbor who liked to tease, saw him.Id: "Hei, Santa! Mau kemana?" teriak Wayan dengan tawa keras.En: "Hey, Santa! Where are you going?" shouted Wayan with a loud laugh.Id: Indra kaget hingga hampir menjatuhkan hadiahnya.En: Indra was surprised and almost dropped his gift.Id: Namun, ia tetap melanjutkan.En: However, he continued.Id: Di sinilah masalah muncul.En: This is where the problem arose.Id: Beberapa anak kecil yang sedang bermain melihat Indra.En: Some little children who were playing saw Indra.Id: Mereka terkejut dan mengira Santa Claus sedang dalam masalah.En: They were shocked and thought Santa Claus was in trouble.Id: "Santa! Kenapa kabur?" teriak mereka sambil tertawa dan berlari menghampiri Indra.En: "Santa! Why are you running away?" they shouted while laughing and running towards Indra.Id: Suasana semakin ribut.En: The situation became more chaotic.Id: Petugas keamanan pun akhirnya datang.En: The security officers eventually came.Id: Awalnya bingung, mereka akhirnya mengenali Indra dan tertawa.En: Initially confused, they finally recognized Indra and laughed.Id: "Indra, kamu ngapain sih ini?" tanya salah satu petugas sambil membantunya berdiri dari tumpukan hadiah yang jatuh.En: "Indra, what are you doing?" asked one of the officers while helping him stand from the pile of fallen gifts.Id: Mendengar keributan, Dewi keluar dari rumah.En: Hearing the commotion, Dewi came out of the house.Id: Ia terkejut tetapi segera mengerti situasinya.En: She was surprised but soon understood the situation.Id: "Indra, terima kasih banyak. Kamu sangat baik," katanya sambil tersenyum.En: "Indra, thank you so much. You're so kind," she said with a smile.Id: Dewi lalu mengundang Indra dan Wayan untuk bergabung dalam perayaan kecil di rumahnya.En: Dewi then invited Indra and Wayan to join a small celebration at her house.Id: Di tengah tawa dan camilan khas Natal, Indra belajar sesuatu.En: In the midst of laughter and typical Christmas snacks, Indra learned something.Id: Ia sadar bahwa menyebar kebaikan tidak perlu rumit.En: He realized that spreading kindness doesn't have to be complicated.Id: Kadang, kehadiran dan niat baik sudah lebih dari cukup.En: Sometimes, presence and good intentions are more than enough.Id: Dan begitulah, di malam Natal yang panas itu, Indra, Wayan, dan Dewi menikmati kebersamaan, memperlihatkan bahwa semangat Natal lebih dari sekadar hadiah; ia ada dalam hati yang saling berbagi.En: And so, on that hot Christmas night, Indra, Wayan, and Dewi enjoyed each other's company, showing that the Christmas spirit is more than just gifts; it resides in hearts that share with one another. Vocabulary Words:elite: elitcomplex: kompleksscorching: panas ...
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  • Rina's Christmas Adventure: A Journey to Independence

    Rina's Christmas Adventure: A Journey to Independence
    Dec 24 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rina's Christmas Adventure: A Journey to Independence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-24-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Kesibukan memenuhi Bandara Internasional Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman di akhir tahun.En: The bustling activity filled Bandara Internasional Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman at the end of the year.Id: Wajah-wajah riang dan antusias berbaur dengan beragam bunga dan lampu hias yang mempercantik suasana menyambut Natal.En: Joyful and eager faces mingled with various flowers and ornamental lights enhancing the Christmas atmosphere.Id: Di antara keramaian itu, seorang remaja perempuan bernama Rina berdiri dengan perasaan gugup sekaligus penuh harapan.En: Among the crowd, a teenage girl named "Rina" stood feeling nervous yet full of hope.Id: Dia akan berangkat ke Australia untuk mengikuti program pertukaran pelajar sekolah.En: She would soon depart for Australia to participate in a school exchange program.Id: Rina memandang ke arah kakaknya, Adi, yang menemaninya di bandara.En: Rina glanced towards her brother, Adi, who accompanied her at the airport.Id: Adi selalu menjadi pendukung setia dalam setiap langkahnya.En: Adi had always been her loyal supporter in every step she took.Id: Sebagai kakak yang bangga, Adi menatap Rina dengan senyum, meskipun ada semburat kekhawatiran tentang bagaimana adiknya akan beradaptasi di negeri orang, terutama saat Natal yang biasanya mereka rayakan bersama keluarga.En: As a proud older brother, Adi looked at Rina with a smile, though there was a touch of worry about how his sibling would adapt in a foreign country, especially during Christmas which they usually celebrated together with family.Id: Di tangan Rina ada sebuah tas kecil yang dipenuhi semua kenangannya dari rumah.En: In Rina's hand, there was a small bag filled with all her memories from home.Id: Hatinya bercampur antara semangat menjelajah pengalaman baru dan rasa takut akan rindu yang melanda saat jauh dari rumah.En: Her heart was a mix of excitement for new experiences and the fear of homesickness that would arise when far from home.Id: Rina menghela nafas panjang dan berusaha mengalihkan pikirannya ke tujuan awal mengikuti program ini: mendapatkan kemandirian dan pengalaman baru.En: Rina took a deep breath and tried to shift her thoughts to the initial goal of joining this program: gaining independence and new experiences.Id: Pembicaraan mereka terputus saat pengumuman keberangkatan pesawat terdengar.En: Their conversation was interrupted when the flight departure announcement was heard.Id: Rina menatap papan jadwal penerbangan dengan hati yang semakin bimbang.En: Rina looked at the flight schedule board with increasing unease.Id: Ini adalah kesempatan besar, tapi meninggalkan rumah saat Natal... sungguh keputusan yang berat.En: This was a big opportunity, but leaving home during Christmas... it was truly a tough decision.Id: Melihat keraguan di wajah adiknya, Adi mendekati Rina dengan lembut.En: Seeing the doubt on his sister’s face, Adi gently approached Rina.Id: "Rina, ini kesempatan emas untukmu.En: "Rina, this is a golden opportunity for you.Id: Kamu akan belajar banyak dan bertemu orang-orang baru.En: You will learn a lot and meet new people.Id: Jangan takut, kami di sini mendukungmu.En: Don’t be afraid, we are here supporting you.Id: Kamu bisa menghubungi kami kapan saja," kata Adi, memberikan dorongan yang dibutuhkan Rina.En: You can contact us anytime," said Adi, providing the encouragement Rina needed.Id: Kata-kata itu mengena di hati Rina, membuatnya merasa lebih tenang.En: Those words resonated in Rina's heart, making her feel calmer.Id: Dia memeluk kakaknya erat-erat, menyimpan rasa hangat itu di dalam hati sebagai pengingat bahwa selalu ada keluarga yang mendukungnya.En: She hugged her brother tightly, storing that warmth in her heart as a reminder that there was always family supporting her.Id: Dengan semangat baru, Rina menarik napas dalam-dalam, mengangkat tasnya, dan melangkah penuh percaya diri menuju gerbang keberangkatan.En: With newfound spirit, Rina took a deep breath, lifted her bag, and walked confidently towards the departure gate.Id: Setiap langkahnya terasa lebih ringan dengan keyakinan yang baru ditemukan.En: Each step felt lighter with her newfound assurance.Id: Ketika pesawat akhirnya lepas landas, Rina menyandarkan kepala dan menatap jendela dengan senyum tipis.En: As the plane finally took off, Rina leaned her head back and looked out the window with a slight smile.Id: Perjalanan baru dimulai.En: A new journey had begun.Id: Dia merasa siap menghadapi tantangan di depan dan mengalami petualangan yang akan membuatnya lebih mandiri dan bijaksana.En: She felt ready to face the challenges ahead and experience adventures that would make her more independent and wise.Id: Bagaimanapun juga, dukungan Adi selalu menemani perjalanannya.En: After all, Adi's support always ...
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  • Weathering Holiday Delays: A Journey of Faith and Family

    Weathering Holiday Delays: A Journey of Faith and Family
    Dec 24 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Weathering Holiday Delays: A Journey of Faith and Family Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-24-08-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Di Bandara Internasional Soekarno-Hatta, suara ramai dan hiruk-pikuk menggema di setiap sudut.En: At Bandara Internasional @id{Soekarno-Hatta}, the noise and hustle and bustle echoed in every corner.Id: Antrean panjang mengular di depan meja check-in, sementara di luar kaca besar, hujan deras tanpa henti menari-nari di atas landasan.En: Long queues snaked in front of the check-in counters, while outside the large glass windows, relentless heavy rain danced atop the runway.Id: Suara pesawat lepas landas bercampur aroma kopi segar yang menguar dari kios-kios terdekat.En: The sound of planes taking off mingled with the aroma of fresh coffee wafting from nearby kiosks.Id: Rizky menghela nafas panjang, melihat aliran orang yang terburu-buru menuju gerbang keberangkatan.En: Rizky took a deep breath, watching the flow of people rushing towards the departure gate.Id: "Sari, kita harus cepat," katanya kepada adiknya yang tersenyum di sampingnya.En: "Sari, we have to hurry," he said to his sister, who smiled beside him.Id: Sari, dengan semangat khasnya, mencoba menghibur kakaknya.En: Sari, with her usual enthusiasm, tried to comfort her brother.Id: "Tenang saja, Kak Rizky.En: "Don't worry, Kak Rizky.Id: Kita masih punya waktu.En: We still have time."Id: " Namun, Rizky sulit untuk merasa tenang.En: However, Rizky found it hard to feel calm.Id: Sebagai orang yang jarang mengambil libur, dia sangat ingin menghabiskan Natal bersama keluarga di rumah.En: As someone who rarely took a day off, he was very keen to spend Christmas with his family at home.Id: Situasi di bandara saat ini menambah kecemasannya.En: The situation at the airport only added to his anxiety.Id: Hujan di musim penghujan ini memang tak terelakkan, dan bandara menjadi penuh sesak dengan penumpang yang tegang.En: The rain in this rainy season was indeed unavoidable, and the airport became overcrowded with tense passengers.Id: Pengumuman penundaan penerbangan pun terdengar, menambah beban di pundak Rizky.En: Announcements of flight delays were heard, adding to the burden on Rizky's shoulders.Id: Pikirannya berputar-putar, mencari solusi agar mereka tidak ketinggalan penerbangan ke rumah.En: His mind spun, seeking a solution so they wouldn't miss their flight home.Id: Rizky memutuskan untuk bertindak.En: Rizky decided to act.Id: Dia segera menuju meja layanan pelanggan, berharap bisa menemukan penerbangan alternatif.En: He immediately headed to the customer service desk, hoping to find an alternative flight.Id: "Sari, tunggu di sini.En: "Sari, wait here.Id: Aku akan cari tahu.En: I'll find out."Id: "Meski merasa cemas, Sari berusaha tetap ceria.En: Despite feeling anxious, Sari tried to remain cheerful.Id: "Jangan lupa, Kak.En: "Don't forget, Kak.Id: Apa pun yang terjadi, kita akan baik-baik saja.En: Whatever happens, we'll be okay."Id: "Di depan meja layanan, Rizky menjelaskan situasi mereka dengan detail.En: At the service desk, Rizky explained their situation in detail.Id: Petugas layanan, dengan sabar, membantu mencarikan rute lain.En: The service officer patiently helped to find another route.Id: Sementara itu, hujan semakin deras.En: Meanwhile, the rain poured even harder.Id: Rizky merasakan dadanya semakin sesak.En: Rizky felt his chest growing tighter.Id: Dengan gesit, ia mencatat setiap informasi dari petugas—penerbangan penghubung yang memungkinkan keberangkatan tepat waktu.En: Nimbly, he noted every piece of information from the officer—a connecting flight that would allow them to depart on time.Id: Ketika Rizky kembali, mata Sari berbinar melihat dia membawa kabar baik.En: When Rizky returned, Sari's eyes sparkled, seeing him bring good news.Id: "Ada penerbangan penghubung ke kota sebelah.En: "There's a connecting flight to the neighboring city.Id: Kita bisa sampai tepat waktu jika kita segera berangkat.En: We can arrive on time if we leave immediately."Id: "Sari melompat kegirangan.En: Sari jumped for joy.Id: "Lihat, Kak!En: "See, Kak!Id: Aku tahu semuanya akan beres.En: I knew everything would be alright."Id: "Mereka berdua bergegas menuju gerbang keberangkatan yang baru.En: Both of them hurried to the new departure gate.Id: Di tengah-tengah kesibukan bandara, Rizky mulai merasakan beban kecemasannya terangkat sedikit.En: Amidst the airport's hustle and bustle, Rizky began to feel the weight of his anxiety lift slightly.Id: Dia menyadari—kadang, kita hanya butuh sedikit rasa percaya dan dukungan dari orang terdekat.En: He realized—sometimes, all we need is a little faith and support from those closest to us.Id: Akhirnya, mereka berhasil naik penerbangan penghubung.En: Finally, they managed to board the connecting flight.Id: Saat roda pesawat menyentuh landasan di kota tujuan, rasa lega melanda mereka.En: As the ...
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  • Secrets Under the Lanterns: A Quest at Candi Borobudur

    Secrets Under the Lanterns: A Quest at Candi Borobudur
    Dec 23 2024
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Secrets Under the Lanterns: A Quest at Candi Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2024-12-23-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Gemerlap lampion menari di langit malam, memancarkan cahaya hangat yang menyapu seluruh Candi Borobudur.En: The shimmering lantern lights danced in the night sky, casting a warm glow over the entire Candi Borobudur.Id: Adi berdiri di anak tangga candi yang megah, matanya berbinar penuh semangat.En: Adi stood on the steps of the majestic temple, his eyes gleaming with excitement.Id: Ia terserap dalam suasana Festival Lampion Tahunan yang membuat seluruh tempat terasa magis.En: He was absorbed in the atmosphere of the Annual Lantern Festival, which made the whole place feel magical.Id: Orang-orang berkumpul merayakan keindahan budaya dan warisan Bumi Nusantara.En: People gathered to celebrate the beauty of the culture and heritage of the Bumi Nusantara.Id: Namun di balik senyumnya yang tenang, Adi menyimpan rahasia.En: Yet behind his calm smile, Adi held a secret.Id: Dia bertekad menemukan artefak kuno yang konon tersembunyi di Borobudur.En: He was determined to find an ancient artifact that was rumored to be hidden in Borobudur.Id: Sebuah manuskrip kuno memberinya petunjuk, meski samar dan membingungkan.En: An ancient manuscript provided him with clues, though they were vague and confusing.Id: “Adi!En: "Adi!"Id: ” panggil Rina, sahabat baiknya.En: called Rina, his best friend.Id: “Apa kau tak ingin ikut menikmati festival?En: "Don't you want to enjoy the festival?"Id: ”Adi tersenyum ragu.En: Adi smiled hesitantly.Id: “Aku akan, Rina.En: "I will, Rina.Id: Tapi, ada sesuatu yang perlu kucari dulu.En: But there's something I need to find first."Id: ”Rina menggeleng tak percaya.En: Rina shook her head in disbelief.Id: “Kau sungguh-sungguh?En: "Are you serious?Id: Itu hanya legenda.En: It's just a legend."Id: ”Tapi Adi sudah membuat keputusan.En: But Adi had already made up his mind.Id: Ketika malam kian larut dan orang-orang mulai meninggalkan candi, ia melihat ini sebagai kesempatan.En: As the night grew late and people began to leave the temple, he saw this as an opportunity.Id: “Aku janji, akan bergabung nanti.En: "I promise, I'll join later.Id: Aku hanya perlu memastikan sesuatu.En: I just need to ensure something."Id: ”Di tengah kegelapan yang diterangi lampion, Adi menyusuri petunjuk.En: In the darkness illuminated by lanterns, Adi followed the clues.Id: Langkahnya tenang, namun penuh tekad.En: His steps were calm, yet full of determination.Id: Dia menelusuri ukiran-ukiran di dinding candi, berusaha memahami makna tersembunyi di balik simbol-simbol kuno.En: He traced the carvings on the temple walls, trying to understand the hidden meaning behind the ancient symbols.Id: Namun, perjalanan ini tidak semudah yang dibayangkannya.En: However, this journey was not as easy as he imagined.Id: Seorang petugas keamanan menghampiri Adi.En: A security guard approached Adi.Id: “Apa yang sedang kau lakukan di sini?En: "What are you doing here?"Id: ” tanya petugas itu dengan nada serius.En: the guard asked seriously.Id: Adi tergagap sejenak.En: Adi hesitated for a moment.Id: Tapi kemudian, Bagus, temannya yang lain, muncul tepat waktu.En: But then, Bagus, another friend, appeared just in time.Id: “Dia hanya pengagum sejarah, Pak,” kata Bagus sambil tersenyum.En: "He's just a history enthusiast, Sir," said Bagus with a smile.Id: “Dia ingin lebih memahami Borobudur.En: "He wants to learn more about Borobudur."Id: ”Petugas itu terdiam.En: The guard paused.Id: Melihat kegigihan Adi, ia luluh.En: Seeing Adi's persistence, he relented.Id: “Baiklah.En: "Alright.Id: Tapi aku akan mengawasi kalian.En: But I'll be watching you."Id: ”Dengan bimbingan Bagus yang tenang, Adi menemukan petunjuk terakhir.En: With the calm guidance of Bagus, Adi found the final clue.Id: Bukan artefak seperti yang diharapkannya, namun sebuah prasasti kuno.En: It wasn't the artifact he had hoped for, but an ancient inscription.Id: Prasasti itu menggambarkan kehidupan sehari-hari masyarakat zaman dahulu, mengungkap berbagai tradisi dan budaya yang selama ini ia cari.En: The inscription depicted the daily life of the people in the past, revealing various traditions and cultures he had been searching for.Id: Adi merasa puas.En: Adi felt satisfied.Id: Lebih dari sekadar mencari artefak, ia menemukan makna baru tentang perjalanan dan pengetahuan.En: More than just seeking an artifact, he found a new meaning in the journey and knowledge.Id: Dalam perjalanannya, ia juga menyadari pentingnya dukungan teman-teman.En: During his journey, he also realized the importance of the support of friends.Id: Ketika fajar menyingsing, Adi kembali ke tempat festival.En: As dawn broke, Adi returned to the festival.Id: Rina dan Bagus menyambutnya dengan senyum bahagia.En: Rina and Bagus greeted him with happy smiles.Id: ...
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