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Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rainy Revelations: Discovering Secrets at Borobudur Temple Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-22-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Pagi itu, langit Borobudur tampak abu-abu dan penuh awan.En: That morning, the sky above Borobudur appeared gray and full of clouds.Id: Rombongan sekolah tiba di pelataran candi, bagian dari kunjungan wisata budaya.En: The school group arrived at the temple's courtyard, part of a cultural tour.Id: Putri, Andi, dan Wulan turun dari bus dengan payung di tangan, bersiap menghadapi hujan yang sudah mulai turun dengan rintik-rintik lembut.En: Putri, Andi, and Wulan got off the bus with umbrellas in hand, ready to face the rain that had already started to fall with gentle drizzles.Id: "Candi Borobudur ini sangat menakjubkan, meskipun hujan," kata Wulan kepada murid-muridnya dengan senyum sabar yang sudah biasa.En: "Candi Borobudur is amazing, even in the rain," Wulan said to her students with a patient smile that was customary.Id: Putri mengangguk, matanya menyimpan rasa ingin tahu yang besar.En: Putri nodded, her eyes full of great curiosity.Id: Sejak kecil, ia terpesona dengan cerita-cerita candi dan artefak sejarah.En: Since she was a child, she had been fascinated by stories of temples and historical artifacts.Id: Andi, di sisi lain, terlihat lebih tertarik untuk menjelajah dan mencari petualangan kecil di setiap sudut candi.En: Andi, on the other hand, seemed more interested in exploring and seeking little adventures in every corner of the temple.Id: "Aku ingin tahu tempat-tempat tersembunyi di sini," katanya dengan nada antusias.En: "I want to find hidden places here," he said enthusiastically.Id: Hujan merintangi usaha mereka untuk menjelajah lebih dalam.En: The rain hindered their efforts to explore further.Id: Air turun deras, membasahi batu-batu candi yang licin.En: Water poured down heavily, soaking the slippery temple stones.Id: "Hati-hati, jangan sampai jatuh," Wulan mengingatkan.En: "Be careful not to fall," Wulan reminded them.Id: Putri menatap relief-relief pada dinding candi.En: Putri gazed at the reliefs on the temple walls.Id: Sejarah dan cerita terukir di sana, namun sebagian besar sudah tertulis di buku panduan.En: History and stories were carved there, though most were already written in the guidebook.Id: Seiring dengan hujan yang semakin deras, rombongan lain mulai menjauhi area tersebut mencari tempat berteduh.En: As the rain grew heavier, other groups began to move away from the area to find shelter.Id: Putri memandang sekeliling, menemukan sebuah area yang lebih teduh dan sepi, tepat di bawah rindang pepohonan yang besar.En: Putri looked around and found a more sheltered and quiet area, right under the large shady trees.Id: "Bu Wulan, bolehkah saya melihat-lihat di sana?" tanya Putri, menunjuk arah tempat itu.En: "Bu Wulan, can I take a look over there?" Putri asked, pointing to that area.Id: "Di sana lebih sepi, saya bisa melihat lebih jelas."En: "It's quieter there; I can see more clearly."Id: "Baiklah, tapi tetap berhati-hati, dan jangan terlalu jauh," jawab Wulan.En: "Alright, but be careful, and don't go too far," replied Wulan.Id: Andi pun memutuskan untuk ikut menemani Putri.En: Andi also decided to accompany Putri.Id: Ketika mereka sampai di sana, Putri mendekati salah satu relief yang lebih rendah.En: When they reached there, Putri approached one of the lower reliefs.Id: Hujan yang menetes pelan di atas payungnya memberi suara menenangkan.En: The rain softly dripping on her umbrella made a soothing sound.Id: Ia menatap ukiran dengan seksama, mencari sesuatu yang mungkin belum ia lihat sebelumnya.En: She stared at the carving intently, looking for something she might not have seen before.Id: "Hei, lihat ini," kata Putri, menunjuk pada sosok yang terukir dalam relief.En: "Hey, look at this," Putri said, pointing to a figure carved in the relief.Id: "Apa menurutmu ini menggambarkan seorang pemandu yang menolong pelancong? Seperti Biksu atau guru?" Andi memiringkan kepalanya, mencoba melihat dari sudut pandang Putri.En: "Do you think this depicts a guide helping travelers? Like a monk or teacher?" Andi tilted his head, trying to see from Putri's perspective.Id: "Bisa jadi," jawab Andi.En: "Could be," replied Andi.Id: "Coba tanyakan pada Bu Wulan."En: "Why not ask Bu Wulan?"Id: Wulan mendekat, memeriksa ukiran itu.En: Wulan approached, examining the carving.Id: Dengan senyumnya yang hangat, ia mendengarkan interpretasi Putri.En: With her warm smile, she listened to Putri's interpretation.Id: "Menarik sekali, Putri," puji Wulan.En: "Very interesting, Putri," praised Wulan.Id: "Interpretasimu mengingatkan kita bahwa ada banyak makna tersembunyi di balik tiap ukiran.En: "Your interpretation reminds us that there are many hidden meanings behind each carving.Id: Kadang, pemahaman baru datang dari observasi yang segar."En: Sometimes, new understanding comes from fresh observation."Id: Saat hujan mulai mereda, Putri merasa bangga akan penemuannya.En: As the rain began to subside, Putri felt proud of her discovery.Id: Ia sadar bahwa setiap ukiran bukan hanya bagian dari sejarah, namun juga sebuah pintu ke perspektif baru.En: She realized that each carving was not only a part of history but also a gateway to a new perspective.Id: Dengan langkah yakin, ia kembali bergabung dengan teman-temannya, membawa serta semangat baru untuk terus menggali dan belajar lebih dalam.En: With confident steps, she rejoined her friends, carrying along a renewed enthusiasm to dig deeper and learn more.Id: Perjalanan hari itu bukan sekadar kunjungan ke candi.En: The day's journey was not just a visit to a temple.Id: Bagi Putri, itu adalah penegasan bahwa mencari pengetahuan tak selalu mudah, tetapi setiap usaha mendatangkan kepuasan tersendiri.En: For Putri, it was an affirmation that seeking knowledge is not always easy, but every effort brings its own satisfaction.Id: Ia belajar untuk lebih percaya pada dirinya sendiri, dan nilai dari mengamati dunia dengan sudut pandang baru.En: She learned to trust herself more and the value of observing the world with a new perspective.Id: Borobudur, dengan seluruh misterinya, kini lebih dari sekadar candi di mata Putri; itu adalah cerita yang hidup.En: Borobudur, with all its mysteries, was now more than just a temple in Putri's eyes; it was a living story. Vocabulary Words:courtyard: pelataranartifacts: artefakcarved: terukiradventures: petualanganhindered: merintangisoaking: membasahislippery: licinshelter: berteduhreliefs: reliefshady: rindangsoothing: menenangkaninterpretation: interpretasiperspective: perspektifdiscovery: penemuaneffort: usahasatisfaction: kepuasantrust: percayaobservation: observasienthusiasm: semangatdrizzles: rintik-rintikcuriosity: rasa ingin tahufascinated: terpesonasubside: meredarenewed: baruvespers: pemandufigures: sosokinterpret: menginterpretasikandepicts: menggambarkancustomary: biasagateway: pintu

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Mystery and Friendship in Jakarta's Bustling Fish Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-21-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Pasar seafood Jakarta di tepi pantai selalu ramai dan meriah.En: The pasar seafood Jakarta by the beach is always busy and lively.Id: Aroma asin laut bercampur dengan bau ikan segar yang menguar dari berbagai stan.En: The salty sea aroma mingles with the smell of fresh fish emanating from various stalls.Id: Payung berwarna-warni berusaha melindungi pedagang dan pembeli dari hujan deras.En: Colorful umbrellas strive to protect the vendors and buyers from the heavy rain.Id: Namun, perhatian Ayu tertuju pada sesuatu yang lebih penting dari sekadar membeli ikan segar.En: However, Ayu's attention is focused on something more important than just buying fresh fish.Id: Ayu adalah seorang wanita muda yang rajin dan gigih.En: Ayu is a diligent and determined young woman.Id: Setiap hari, ia datang ke pasar ini untuk membantu bisnis keluarganya.En: Every day, she comes to this market to help with her family's business.Id: Namun belakangan ini, ada sesuatu yang membuatnya gelisah.En: However, lately, there is something troubling her.Id: Sebuah pusaka keluarga yang sangat berharga telah hilang.En: A very valuable family heirloom has gone missing.Id: Ayu harus menemukannya sebelum keluarganya tahu.En: Ayu must find it before her family finds out.Id: Di sudut pasar, ada Bima.En: In the corner of the market, there is Bima.Id: Ia adalah seorang pedagang yang karismatik dan penuh akal.En: He is a charismatic and clever vendor.Id: Banyak yang bilang, ia tahu segala gosip yang beredar di pasar ini.En: Many say he knows all the gossip circulating in the market.Id: Meskipun Bima tampak ramah, Ayu merasa ragu.En: Even though Bima seems friendly, Ayu feels uncertain.Id: Apakah dia bisa dipercaya?En: Can he be trusted?Id: Namun, Ayu menyadari bahwa jika ia ingin menemukan pusaka itu, ia harus bekerja sama dengan Bima.En: However, Ayu realizes that if she wants to find the heirloom, she has to work with Bima.Id: "Mas Bima, saya butuh bantuan," ujar Ayu dengan nada yakin.En: "Mas Bima, I need help," said Ayu with a determined tone.Id: "Ada sesuatu yang hilang, benda keluarga. Saya dengar Mas Bima bisa membantu."En: "Something is missing, a family item. I heard Mas Bima can help."Id: Bima tersenyum simpul.En: Bima smiled knowingly.Id: "Tahu banyak bukan berarti tahu segalanya, tapi saya akan coba bantu."En: "Knowing a lot doesn't mean knowing everything, but I'll try to help."Id: Pasar semakin ramai.En: The market gets busier.Id: Hujan turun lebih deras, menciptakan kebingungan.En: The rain pours down harder, creating confusion.Id: Air menggenang, tapi Ayu dan Bima tetap berkeliling.En: Water pools, but Ayu and Bima keep moving around.Id: Mereka mencari informasi dari satu stan ke stan lain.En: They look for information from one stall to another.Id: Saat mereka mulai kehabisan harapan, Bima melihat sesuatu yang aneh di salah satu stan.En: Just as they start losing hope, Bima spots something odd at one of the stalls.Id: "Itu...," Bima menghentikan langkah.En: "That...," Bima stops in his tracks.Id: Matanya menatap sebuah kompartemen tersembunyi di balik beberapa peti ikan.En: His eyes focus on a hidden compartment behind some fish crates.Id: Dengan sigap, mereka mendekati stan itu.En: Quickly, they approach the stall.Id: Ayu merasakan jantungnya berdetak cepat.En: Ayu feels her heart beating fast.Id: Saat itu, ia tahu inilah saatnya.En: At that moment, she knows this is it.Id: Dengan keberanian, Ayu dan Bima membuka kompartemen itu dan menemukan pusaka yang hilang.En: With courage, Ayu and Bima open the compartment and find the missing heirloom.Id: "Ini dia!" Ayu berseru, merasa lega dan bersyukur.En: "This is it!" Ayu exclaims, feeling relieved and grateful.Id: Ia berbalik ke arah Bima, matanya bersinar penuh terima kasih.En: She turns to Bima, her eyes shining with gratitude.Id: Meskipun awalnya ragu, Ayu belajar untuk percaya pada orang lain.En: Even though she was initially doubtful, Ayu learns to trust others.Id: Dia menyadari betapa pentingnya kerjasama.En: She realizes how important cooperation is.Id: Sementara itu, Bima menghargai keberanian dan ketulusan Ayu.En: Meanwhile, Bima appreciates Ayu's courage and sincerity.Id: Mereka berdua pulang dengan membawa pusaka itu, tetapi lebih dari itu, mereka pulang dengan persahabatan yang baru.En: They both return home with the heirloom, but more than that, they come back with a new friendship.Id: Pasar kembali ke hiruk pikuknya, seolah-olah peristiwa tadi hanyalah salah satu dari sekian banyak kisah yang mengalir layaknya aliran sungai di tengah kota Jakarta.En: The market returns to its hustle and bustle, as if the incident was just one of many stories flowing like the river in the heart of Jakarta.Id: Namun bagi Ayu dan Bima, hari itu adalah awal dari sesuatu yang lebih besar dari tak sekedar menemukan barang yang hilang.En: However, for Ayu and Bima, that day was the beginning of something bigger than merely finding a lost item. Vocabulary Words:seafood: ikan lautlively: meriaharoma: aromaemanating: menguarumbrellas: payungvendors: pedagangdetermined: yakınvaluable: berhargaheirloom: pusakatroubling: membuat gelisahcharismatic: karismatikcirculating: beredaruncertain: raguhop: melompatcompartment: kompartemencrates: peticourage: keberanianrelieved: legagrateful: bersyukurcooperation: kerjasamasincerity: ketulusangratitude: terima kasihtrust: percayahustle and bustle: hiruk pikukincident: peristiwaflowing: mengalirdetermined: gigihdweller: penghunicongestion: kemacetancompanionship: persahabatan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Raindrops and Resilience: A Journey to Inner Peace at Tanah Lot Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-21-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah hujan gerimis yang menghiasi Tanah Lot, suasana Galungan terasa magis.En: In the midst of the drizzle that adorned Tanah Lot, the atmosphere of Galungan felt magical.Id: Udara basah dengan aroma tanah yang menenangkan.En: The air was damp with the calming scent of soil.Id: Adi dan Nina berdiri bersama, menikmati keindahan pura yang berdiri megah di atas batu karang.En: Adi and Nina stood together, enjoying the beauty of the temple that stood majestically atop the rock.Id: Adi menghirup dalam-dalam, tetapi segera menyadari napasnya terasa berat.En: Adi took a deep breath but soon realized that his breathing felt heavy.Id: Musim hujan membuat gejala asmanya kambuh lebih sering.En: The rainy season made his asthma symptoms flare up more often.Id: "Adi, kamu baik-baik saja?En: "Adi, are you okay?"Id: " tanya Nina khawatir, memperhatikan wajah Adi yang pucat.En: asked Nina worriedly, noticing Adi's pale face.Id: Adi mengangguk perlahan, meskipun dada terasa sesak.En: Adi nodded slowly, although his chest felt tight.Id: "Aku ingin menikmati hari ini.En: "I want to enjoy today.Id: Ini Galungan, saat untuk mensyukuri segala berkah," kata Adi, berusaha tersenyum.En: This is Galungan, a time to be grateful for all the blessings," said Adi, trying to smile.Id: Nina melihat langit kelabu yang terus mengguyur hujan.En: Nina looked at the gray sky that continued to pour rain.Id: Ia tahu Adi ingin sekali merasakan kedamaian di Tanah Lot.En: She knew Adi really wanted to feel the peace at Tanah Lot.Id: "Mari kita berjalan pelan-pelan saja.En: "Let's walk slowly.Id: Aku akan menemanimu," saran Nina lembut.En: I'll accompany you," suggested Nina gently.Id: "Saya tidak ingin melewatkan upacara di dalam pura," tambah Adi, berharap asmanya tidak menghalanginya menikmati momen yang sudah lama dinantikannya.En: "I don't want to miss the ceremony inside the temple," added Adi, hoping his asthma wouldn't prevent him from enjoying the moment he had long awaited.Id: Namun, saat suasana dalam pura semakin ramai, nafas Adi semakin pendek.En: However, as the atmosphere inside the temple became busier, Adi's breath grew shorter.Id: Ia berhenti, berpegangan erat pada Nina saat serangan asma menghampirinya dengan kuat.En: He stopped, holding onto Nina tightly as the asthma attack hit him hard.Id: Wajah Adi memucat, dan ketegangan menyelimutinya.En: Adi's face turned pale, and tension enveloped him.Id: Nina lekas bertindak.En: Nina quickly took action.Id: "Tenang, tarik napas pelan-pelan.En: "Calm down, breathe slowly.Id: Aku di sini," katanya menenangkan, mengambil inhaler dari tas Adi dan memberikannya.En: I'm here," she said soothingly, taking the inhaler from Adi's bag and giving it to him.Id: Setelah beberapa kali semprot inhaler, Adi mulai merasa lebih baik.En: After several puffs of the inhaler, Adi started to feel better.Id: Meski masih sedikit kesulitan bernafas, ketenangan Nina membantu meredakan paniknya.En: Although still slightly struggling to breathe, Nina's calmness helped ease his panic.Id: "Terima kasih, Nina.En: "Thank you, Nina.Id: Aku terlalu memaksakan diri," kata Adi pelan.En: I was pushing myself too hard," said Adi softly.Id: Nina mengangguk, tersenyum lembut.En: Nina nodded, smiling gently.Id: "Yang penting kamu baik-baik saja.En: "The important thing is you're okay.Id: Kita bisa merayakan dengan cara yang lebih tenang," jawab Nina, menawarkan dukungan tulus.En: We can celebrate in a more relaxed way," replied Nina, offering genuine support.Id: Adi akhirnya memilih duduk di pinggir pura, mengamati ombak yang menghantam karang dengan gemuruh lembut.En: Adi finally chose to sit at the edge of the temple, observing the waves as they crashed onto the rocks with a soft roar.Id: Suara alam yang menenangkan membantunya merenung.En: The soothing sounds of nature helped him to reflect.Id: Ia sadar bahwa ketenangan bisa ditemukan dalam segala keterbatasan.En: He realized that peace could be found within all limitations.Id: Nina duduk di samping Adi, menikmati kebersamaan dalam keheningan.En: Nina sat beside Adi, enjoying the companionship in silence.Id: Keduanya menikmati festival dengan cara mereka sendiri, menghargai setiap momen kecil yang hadir.En: Both enjoyed the festival in their own way, appreciating every small moment that occurred.Id: Dalam kesadaran baru, Adi memahami bahwa asmanya bukanlah penghalang untuk menikmati hidup.En: In this newfound awareness, Adi understood that his asthma was not an obstacle to enjoying life.Id: Ia belajar menerima dan mensyukuri kemampuan yang ia miliki.En: He learned to accept and be grateful for the abilities he had.Id: Bersama Nina, ia menemukan kedamaian di tengah hujan, dalam perayaan yang berbeda namun tak kalah indah.En: Together with Nina, he found peace in the rain, in a celebration that was different but no less beautiful.Id: Hari itu, Adi dan Nina pulang dengan hati lebih tenang.En: That day, Adi and Nina returned home with a calmer heart.Id: Adi membawa pelajaran berharga bahwa menerima diri sendiri adalah awal dari kebahagiaan sejati.En: Adi carried with him the valuable lesson that accepting oneself is the beginning of true happiness.Id: Tanah Lot, di bawah gerimis hujan, menjadi saksi perubahan kecil namun berarti dalam hidup Adi.En: Tanah Lot, under the drizzle of rain, became a witness to a small but meaningful change in Adi's life. Vocabulary Words:drizzle: gerimisadorned: menghiasiatmosphere: suasanamagical: magisdamp: basahmajestically: megahflare up: kambuhpale: pucattight: sesakgrateful: mensyukuripour: mengguyurbreathe: bernafastenure: keteganganenveloped: menyelimutinyainhaler: inhalerpuff: semprotsoothingly: menenangkancalmness: ketenanganease: meredakanpushing: memaksakancompanionship: kebersamaanobstacle: penghalangappreciate: menghargaireflection: merenunglimitations: keterbatasannewfound: barurelaxed: tenangsoothing: menenangkanawareness: kesadaranwitness: saksi

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: When Rain Sparks Innovation: A Tale of Eco-Tech Harmony Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-20-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah derai hujan yang turun lembut di Taman Teknologi Jawa, Yogyakarta, Wulan dan Arief memulai hari mereka.En: In the midst of the gentle rain falling in Taman Teknologi Jawa, Yogyakarta, Wulan and Arief began their day.Id: Di sekitar mereka, gedung-gedung modern berdiri megah, menciptakan kontras dengan pepohonan hijau yang basah oleh air hujan.En: Around them, modern buildings stood majestically, creating a contrast with the green trees wet from the rain.Id: Suara gemuruh deras air terasa damai sekaligus menantang.En: The sound of the heavy rain felt peaceful yet challenging.Id: Wulan adalah seorang ilmuwan lingkungan yang penuh semangat.En: Wulan was a passionate environmental scientist.Id: Ia ingin menemukan inovasi teknologi berkelanjutan yang dapat mengurangi limbah elektronik.En: She wanted to discover sustainable technology innovations that could reduce electronic waste.Id: Sementara itu, Arief, seorang insinyur perangkat lunak, lebih fokus pada efisiensi.En: Meanwhile, Arief, a software engineer, was more focused on efficiency.Id: Ia skeptis terhadap teknologi ramah lingkungan.En: He was skeptical about eco-friendly technology.Id: "Hujan lagi," kata Arief sambil menepuk-nepuk jas hujannya yang basah.En: "Rain again," said Arief while patting his wet raincoat.Id: Ia menatap Wulan yang sedang menyiapkan bahan-bahan untuk proyek mereka.En: He looked at Wulan who was preparing materials for their project.Id: "Kau tahu? Hujan ini membuatku merasa lebih segar untuk memulai sesuatu yang baru," jawab Wulan dengan antusias.En: "You know? This rain makes me feel more refreshed to start something new," replied Wulan enthusiastically.Id: Semangatnya tidak berkurang meski cuaca mendung.En: Her spirit wasn't dampened despite the gloomy weather.Id: Mereka sedang bekerja sama dalam proyek teknologi berkelanjutan.En: They were working together on a sustainable technology project.Id: Namun, Arief meragukan apakah teknologi semacam ini dapat berjalan dengan efektif.En: However, Arief doubted whether such technology could function effectively.Id: Deadline semakin dekat, dan Arief merasa harus ada keputusan cepat yang diambil.En: The deadline was approaching, and Arief felt a quick decision needed to be made.Id: "Aku tidak yakin kita punya waktu cukup untuk hal baru ini, Wulan," kata Arief dengan ragu.En: "I'm not sure we have enough time for this new thing, Wulan," said Arief hesitantly.Id: "Tapi, kita gak bisa terus-terusan menambah limbah elektronik," jawab Wulan tegas.En: "But we can't keep adding electronic waste," replied Wulan firmly.Id: "Aku punya prototipe yang bisa kuraih."En: "I have a prototype that I can reach."Id: Wulan menunjukkan prototipe di depannya.En: Wulan showed the prototype in front of him.Id: Sebuah perangkat kecil yang terbuat dari bahan daur ulang berfungsi sebagai alat pemroses data efisien.En: A small device made from recycled materials that functioned as an efficient data processor.Id: "Ini, lihat bagaimana ini bekerja," katanya, menyerahkan prototipe pada Arief.En: "Here, see how this works," she said, handing the prototype to Arief.Id: Arief memandang skeptis pada awalnya.En: Arief looked skeptical at first.Id: Namun, saat prototipe itu bekerja dengan mulus, ia mulai terkesan.En: However, as the prototype worked smoothly, he began to be impressed.Id: "Perangkat ini... cukup menarik," gumamnya.En: "This device... it's quite interesting," he murmured.Id: Perdebatan antara keduanya meningkat.En: The debate between the two increased.Id: Wulan tak mau mengorbankan visinya demi mengejar tenggat waktu.En: Wulan didn't want to sacrifice her vision in pursuit of meeting the deadline.Id: Namun, Arief mulai melihat potensi dari inovasi Wulan.En: However, Arief began to see the potential in Wulan's innovation.Id: "Hadirkan inovasi ini dalam pengembangan perangkat lunak kita.En: "Let's incorporate this innovation into our software development.Id: Kita pasti bisa," ujar Wulan dengan yakin.En: We can definitely do it," said Wulan confidently.Id: Arief mengangguk, akhirnya mengakui bahwa ada cara untuk menggabungkan teknologi berkelanjutan dengan produk yang perlu efisiensi tinggi.En: Arief nodded, finally acknowledging that there was a way to combine sustainable technology with a product that needed high efficiency.Id: Mereka lanjut bekerja sama.En: They continued working together.Id: Dengan kerja keras dan keyakinan, mereka berhasil mengembangkan teknologi baru.En: With hard work and faith, they succeeded in developing new technology.Id: Arief, yang sebelumnya ragu, kini mulai menyadari pentingnya teknologi berkelanjutan.En: Arief, who had previously been doubtful, now started realizing the importance of sustainable technology.Id: Kolaborasi mereka sukses.En: Their collaboration was a success.Id: Akhirnya, Wulan dan Arief mempersembahkan proyek mereka—penemuan yang tidak hanya efektif, tetapi juga ramah lingkungan.En: Finally, Wulan and Arief presented their project—a discovery that was not only effective but also eco-friendly.Id: Di sudut Taman Teknologi Jawa, dua orang ini menemukan titik temu antara efisiensi dan keberlanjutan.En: In a corner of Taman Teknologi Jawa, these two people found a meeting point between efficiency and sustainability.Id: Hujan terus turun di luar, namun kali ini, derainya membawa harapan baru bagi mereka berdua.En: The rain continued to fall outside, but this time, its pitter-patter brought new hope for the two of them. Vocabulary Words:amidst: di tengahmajestic: megahcontrast: kontrasenvironmental: lingkungansustainable: berkelanjutaninnovations: inovasiskeptical: skeptisraincoat: jas hujanenthusiastically: dengan antusiasgloomy: mendungeffectively: dengan efektifhesitantly: dengan ragufirmly: tegasprototype: prototiperecycled: dari daur ulangprocessor: pemrosesmurmured: gumamnyadebate: perdebatansacrifice: mengorbankanpursuit: mengejarpotential: potensiincorporate: hadirkancollaboration: kolaborasiacknowledging: mengakuidiscovery: penemuaneco-friendly: ramah lingkunganmeeting point: titik temupitter-patter: deraihope: harapanefficiency: efisiensi

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Ayu's Race Against Time: Power Outages & Innovation in Jakarta Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-20-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Hujan rintik-rintik menutupi kota Jakarta.En: The drizzling rain covered the city of Jakarta.Id: Gedung pencakar langit terlihat kabur di balik hujan, sementara lampu-lampu terang berpendar menerangi jalan-jalan sibuk.En: The skyscrapers looked hazy behind the rain, while the bright lights shimmered, illuminating the busy streets.Id: Ayu duduk di kantornya, matanya fokus pada layar komputer.En: Ayu sat in her office, her eyes focused on the computer screen.Id: Sebagai analis data di startup energi terbarukan, hari ini adalah hari penting.En: As a data analyst at a renewable energy startup, today was an important day.Id: Dia harus mengunggah file data penting tentang solusi energi terbarukan.En: She had to upload a crucial data file about renewable energy solutions.Id: File ini sangat penting untuk presentasi kepada investor besar.En: This file was extremely important for a presentation to a major investor.Id: Jika berhasil, startup Ayu bisa mendapatkan pendanaan yang dibutuhkan.En: If successful, Ayu's startup could receive the funding it needed.Id: Namun, saat Ayu hampir selesai, layar komputer tiba-tiba padam.En: However, just as Ayu was nearly finished, the computer screen suddenly went black.Id: Seluruh kantor gelap gulita.En: The entire office was pitch dark.Id: "Budi, mati lampu lagi!En: "Budi, the power's out again!"Id: " seru Ayu cemas.En: Ayu exclaimed anxiously.Id: Budi, rekan kerjanya, mengangguk dari meja sebelah.En: Budi, her coworker, nodded from the desk next to hers.Id: "Sekarang, kita harus bagaimana?En: "Now, what should we do?"Id: " tanya Budi.En: Budi asked.Id: Ayu bergegas mengumpulkan barang-barangnya.En: Ayu quickly gathered her belongings.Id: "Ada co-working space dekat sini.En: "There's a co-working space nearby.Id: Aku harap mereka punya genset cadangan," katanya, berharap langkah alternatif ini dapat menyelamatkan pekerjaannya.En: I hope they have a backup generator," she said, hoping this alternative would save her work.Id: Di luar, hujan semakin deras.En: Outside, the rain poured even harder.Id: Jakarta Smart City, meski dikenal dengan teknologi canggihnya, terkadang masih terjebak masalah-masalah klasik.En: Jakarta Smart City, though known for its advanced technology, sometimes still got caught up in classic problems.Id: Bagi Ayu, ini adalah tantangan besar.En: For Ayu, this was a major challenge.Id: Dia selalu ingin membuat teknologi lebih mudah diakses di seluruh Indonesia.En: She always wanted to make technology more accessible across Indonesia.Id: Namun malam ini, dia bertanya-tanya apakah dia benar-benar bisa membuat perubahan.En: But tonight, she wondered if she could really make a difference.Id: Sesampainya di co-working space, Ayu lega melihat lampu-lampu masih menyala.En: Upon arriving at the co-working space, Ayu felt relieved to see the lights still on.Id: Dia segera menuju meja kosong dan menyalakan laptopnya.En: She quickly headed to an empty table and turned on her laptop.Id: Namun tiba-tiba, suara dengungan generator mulai melemah.En: But suddenly, the hum of the generator started to weaken.Id: Teringat pada peralatan portabel yang dibawanya, Ayu mencari solar-powered generator di tas.En: Remembering the portable equipment she brought, Ayu searched for a solar-powered generator in her bag.Id: Dengan cepat, dia memasang alat itu.En: Quickly, she set it up.Id: "Aku harap ini bekerja," bisiknya pada diri sendiri sambil menghubungkan kabel.En: "I hope this works," she whispered to herself while connecting the cables.Id: Waktu terus berjalan.En: Time kept ticking.Id: Dengan jantung berdebar kencang, Ayu memantau proses unggahannya.En: With her heart pounding, Ayu monitored the upload process.Id: Tik-tok, menit-menit berharga berlalu, dan akhirnya, baris unggahan menunjukkan kata "Selesai".En: Tick-tock, precious minutes ticked by, and finally, the upload bar showed the word "Complete".Id: Ayu menarik napas lega.En: Ayu breathed a sigh of relief.Id: Dia berhasil.En: She had succeeded.Id: Kedegilan dan kecepatan berpikir Ayu menyelamatkan hari itu.En: Ayu's determination and quick thinking saved the day.Id: Startup-nya mendapat investasi yang dibutuhkan, dan Ayu merasa lebih yakin akan kemampuannya.En: Her startup got the investment it needed, and Ayu felt more confident in her abilities.Id: Jakarta, meski penuh tantangan, adalah tempat di mana inovasi dan tekad bisa tumbuh subur.En: Jakarta, though full of challenges, is a place where innovation and determination can flourish.Id: Dengan rasa puas, Ayu menatap keluar jendela.En: With a sense of satisfaction, Ayu gazed out the window.Id: Hujan mungkin masih turun di luar, tetapi dengan semangat dan usaha, ada banyak hal yang bisa dicapai.En: The rain might still be falling outside, but with spirit and effort, there are many things that can be achieved.Id: Bagi Ayu, malam ini adalah awal baru untuk lebih berani mengejar mimpinya.En: For Ayu, tonight was a new beginning to courageously pursue her dreams. Vocabulary Words:drizzling: rintik-rintikhazy: kaburshimmered: berpendarcrucial: pentingpresentation: presentasiinvestor: investorfunding: pendanaananxiously: cemascoworker: rekan kerjabelongings: barang-barangbackup: cadanganalternative: alternatifchallenge: tantanganaccessible: mudah diaksesdifference: perubahanweaken: melemahportable: portabelequipment: peralatanquickly: dengan cepatwhispered: bisiknyacables: kabelticking: berjalanprecious: berhargaupload: unggahandetermination: kedegilanabilities: kemampuaninnovation: inovasisatisfaction: puaspursue: mengejargenerator: generator

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Amidst Storms: A Journey of Resilience and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-19-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah hujan deras di Jakarta, rumah sakit selalu bergerak seperti mesin yang tidak pernah berhenti.En: In the midst of the heavy rain in Jakarta, the hospital continues to operate like a machine that never stops.Id: Meski awan gelap menutupi langit, di dalam rumah sakit ada kesibukan yang tiada henti.En: Although dark clouds cover the sky, inside the hospital there is never-ending activity.Id: Para perawat dan dokter bergegas dari satu tempat ke tempat lain.En: Nurses and doctors rush from one place to another.Id: Di salah satu kamar, ada Iman yang sedang berjuang dengan penyakit kronisnya.En: In one room, there is Iman who is struggling with his chronic illness.Id: Iman pria yang tabah.En: Iman is a resilient man.Id: Meski tubuhnya lemah, semangatnya tetap kuat.En: Although his body is weak, his spirit remains strong.Id: Di sisinya, ada Sari, kakak perempuannya, yang selalu mendampingi.En: By his side is Sari, his older sister, who always accompanies him.Id: Sari adalah perawat di rumah sakit itu.En: Sari is a nurse at the hospital.Id: Ia tahu betapa sulitnya situasi Iman, tetapi ia selalu optimis.En: She knows how difficult Iman's situation is, but she remains optimistic.Id: Budi, sahabat Iman, sering datang mengunjungi.En: Budi, Iman's best friend, often comes to visit.Id: Dengan guyonan dan cerita lucunya, Budi membuat Iman dan Sari tertawa, melupakan sejenak kesulitan yang ada.En: With his jokes and funny stories, Budi makes Iman and Sari laugh, momentarily forgetting the hardships.Id: Namun, jauh di dalam hati, ada kekhawatiran yang tidak dapat mereka sembunyikan.En: However, deep inside, there is a worry they cannot hide.Id: Iman sudah lama berjuang melawan sakitnya.En: Iman has been fighting his illness for a long time.Id: Namun, penyakit itu tidak juga hilang.En: However, the illness does not go away.Id: Dokter menyarankan pengobatan baru.En: The doctor recommends a new treatment.Id: Ada risiko, tetapi pengobatan ini berpotensi membaikkan kondisi Iman.En: There are risks, but this treatment has the potential to improve Iman's condition.Id: Iman berpikir keras sebelum akhirnya memutuskan mencobanya.En: Iman thinks hard before finally deciding to try it.Id: Dia ingin mendapatkan kembali kehidupannya seperti semula.En: He wants to regain his life as it was.Id: Suatu malam, hujan deras membangunkan Iman.En: One night, the heavy rain awakens Iman.Id: Petir menyambar-nyambar di luar, seolah menggema dalam tubuhnya.En: Lightning strikes outside, as if echoing through his body.Id: Iman merasakan sakit yang sangat.En: Iman feels immense pain.Id: Setback parah.En: A severe setback.Id: Pikiran negatif menguasai pikirannya, mempertanyakan apakah keputusan mencoba pengobatan baru adalah pilihan yang tepat.En: Negative thoughts dominate his mind, questioning whether the decision to try the new treatment was the right choice.Id: Namun, Sari dan Budi tidak membiarkan Iman tenggelam dalam keraguan.En: However, Sari and Budi do not let Iman drown in doubt.Id: Mereka memberikan dukungan tanpa henti.En: They provide relentless support.Id: “Tidak apa-apa, Iman.En: "It's okay, Iman.Id: Kita lalui ini bersama,” kata Sari saat menenangkan adiknya.En: We'll get through this together," says Sari as she comforts her brother.Id: Budi menambahkan, “Kalau kamu menyerah, bagaimana bisa aku kalah taruhan bahwa kamu akan segera sehat?En: Budi adds, "If you give up, how can I lose the bet that you'll get better soon?"Id: ”Dengan bantuan dan dukungan mereka, Iman menemukan kembali kekuatannya.En: With their help and support, Iman finds his strength again.Id: Ia bertekad melanjutkan pengobatan.En: He is determined to continue with the treatment.Id: Bulan demi bulan berlalu dan mulai terlihat perubahan positif.En: Months pass and positive changes begin to appear.Id: Iman merasa lebih baik, meski perjalanan ini masih panjang.En: Iman feels better, although the journey is still long.Id: Kini, Iman lebih memahami arti ketahanan.En: Now, Iman better understands the meaning of resilience.Id: Dukungan dari orang-orang terkasih adalah karunia yang berharga.En: The support from loved ones is a precious gift.Id: Dengan menghadapi ketidakpastian ini, Iman menyadari bahwa meski badai datang, masih ada pelangi yang menanti.En: By facing this uncertainty, Iman realizes that even though storms come, there's still a rainbow waiting.Id: Setiap hari adalah langkah baru menuju hidup yang lebih baik.En: Every day is a new step toward a better life.Id: Meski hujan di luar tidak berhenti, di dalam hati Iman, matahari mulai bersinar terang.En: Though the rain outside never stops, within Iman's heart, the sun begins to shine brightly. Vocabulary Words:operate: bergerakmidst: tengahresilient: tabahchronic: kronisclouds: awanmachine: mesinspirit: semangataccompanies: mendampingioptimistic: optimishardships: kesulitanworry: kekhawatiranfighting: berjuangtreatment: pengobatanrisks: risikopotential: potensidecision: keputusansetback: setbackdominates: menguasaidoubt: keraguanrelentless: tanpa hentidetermined: bertekadchanges: perubahanresilience: ketahananuncertainty: ketidakpastianprecious: berhargashine: bersinarregain: mendapatkan kembaliimmense: sangatdominate: menguasaiechoing: menggema

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Healing Hearts: A Chance Encounter in a Hospital Waiting Room Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-19-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah hujan lebat yang terus menyerbu jendela kaca rumah sakit, Budi duduk dengan gelisah di ruang tunggu.En: In the midst of the heavy rain that kept battering the hospital’s glass windows, Budi sat anxiously in the waiting room.Id: Aroma antiseptik menggantung di udara, dan cahaya lampu neon bergetar lembut.En: The aroma of antiseptic hung in the air, and the neon lights flickered gently.Id: Budi menundukkan kepala, berusaha menenangkan degup jantungnya yang memburu.En: Budi lowered his head, trying to calm his racing heart.Id: Rumah sakit selalu membuatnya cemas, mengingatkan pada kejadian traumatis di masa lalu.En: Hospitals always made him anxious, reminding him of traumatic events from the past.Id: Di sampingnya, Dewi, adik perempuannya yang penuh semangat, mengamati kakaknya dengan penuh perhatian.En: Beside him, Dewi, his spirited younger sister, watched her brother attentively.Id: "Mas Budi, kenapa nggak coba ngobrol sama orang lain?En: "Mas Budi, why don’t you try talking to someone else?Id: Jangan terlalu tegang," sarannya sambil memberi senyum.En: Don’t be too tense," she suggested with a smile.Id: Budi menghela nafas dalam-dalam, "Aku cuma khawatir sama Ibu.En: Budi took a deep breath, "I’m just worried about Mom.Id: Lagipula, aku nggak tahu harus mulai dari mana.En: Besides, I don’t know where to start."Id: "Dewi menggeleng, "Itu Intan, dia sering aku lihat di sini.En: Dewi shook her head, "That’s Intan, I often see her here.Id: Dia sepertinya baik.En: She seems nice."Id: "Di seberang ruangan, Intan duduk memegang buku di pangkuannya.En: Across the room, Intan sat with a book on her lap.Id: Rambutnya yang panjang tergerai, wajahnya mencerminkan ketenangan yang tenang meski hatinya juga terbebani.En: Her long hair hung loose, and her face reflected a calmness although her heart was burdened too.Id: Adik laki-lakinya sudah lama sakit, tapi Intan tak pernah kehilangan harapan.En: Her younger brother had been sick for a long time, but Intan never lost hope.Id: Setelah ragu beberapa saat, akhirnya Budi memberanikan diri mendekati Intan.En: After hesitating for a moment, Budi finally mustered the courage to approach Intan.Id: "Hai, kamu Intan, kan?En: "Hi, you're Intan, right?"Id: " tanya Budi mencoba ramah.En: asked Budi trying to be friendly.Id: Intan mengangkat wajah, tersenyum lembut.En: Intan looked up, smiling softly.Id: "Iya, dan kamu mungkin Budi?En: "Yes, and you’re probably Budi?Id: Aku pernah lihat kamu dengan adikmu.En: I’ve seen you with your sister."Id: ""Hmm, iya benar.En: "Hmm, yes, that’s right.Id: Ibu lagi dirawat.En: Mom is being treated.Id: Aku sebenarnya nggak terlalu nyaman di rumah sakit," kata Budi, sedikit canggung.En: I’m actually not very comfortable in hospitals," said Budi, a bit awkwardly.Id: Intan mengangguk mengerti.En: Intan nodded understandingly.Id: "Aku tahu rasanya.En: "I know the feeling.Id: Kadang, kita cuma butuh teman ngobrol.En: Sometimes, we just need someone to talk to."Id: "Seiring hujan yang masih mengguyur deras, obrolan mereka mengalir lancar.En: As the rain continued to pour heavily, their conversation flowed smoothly.Id: Mereka berbagi cerita, tentang kegigihan Ibu Budi dan semangat juang adik Intan.En: They shared stories about Budi’s mother’s perseverance and Intan’s brother’s fighting spirit.Id: Dalam percakapan itu, mereka menemukan kehangatan dan penghiburan, melupakan sejenak kekhawatiran yang membelenggu.En: In that conversation, they found warmth and solace, momentarily forgetting the worries that bound them.Id: Waktu berlalu, dan suara gemuruh hujan mulai mereda.En: Time passed, and the sound of the rumbling rain began to subside.Id: Sebelum pulang, Budi dan Intan bertukar nomor telepon.En: Before leaving, Budi and Intan exchanged phone numbers.Id: "Terima kasih, Intan.En: "Thank you, Intan.Id: Rasanya lebih baik bisa berbicara denganmu," kata Budi dengan tulus.En: It feels better being able to talk with you," said Budi sincerely.Id: Intan mengangguk, matanya bersinar lembut.En: Intan nodded, her eyes shining softly.Id: "Sama-sama, Budi.En: "You’re welcome, Budi.Id: Kita bisa saling mendukung.En: We can support each other.Id: Dunia ini nggak terlalu menakutkan kalau kita punya teman.En: The world isn’t so scary if we have a friend."Id: "Malam itu, saat Budi dan Dewi pulang, hujan masih menyisakan genangan di sepanjang jalan.En: That night, as Budi and Dewi went home, the rain left puddles along the street.Id: Tapi di dalam hatinya, Budi merasa lebih tenang.En: But inside his heart, Budi felt more at ease.Id: Dia mungkin masih takut pada rumah sakit, tapi sekarang tahu, bersahabat bisa menjadi pelipur lara yang manjur.En: He might still be afraid of hospitals, but now he knew that friendship could be a powerful comfort.Id: Melalui percakapan simpel di ruang tunggu rumah sakit, Budi menyadari betapa kekuatan hubungan manusia bisa menenangkan hati yang gundah.En: Through a simple conversation in the hospital waiting room, Budi realized how the strength of human connections could calm a troubled heart.Id: Jakarta yang basah setelah hujan menambah dingin malam, namun tak lagi membuatnya merasa sendiri.En: A wet Jakarta after the rain added chill to the night, but no longer made him feel alone. Vocabulary Words:amidst: di tengahbattering: menyerbuanxiously: dengan gelisaharoma: aromaantiseptic: antiseptikflickered: bergetarracing: memburutraumatic: traumatisspirited: penuh semangatattentively: penuh perhatianperseverance: kegigihansolace: penghiburansubside: meredasincerely: dengan tulusshining: bersinarpuddles: genanganease: tenangpowerful: manjurcomfort: pelipur laraconnections: hubungancalm: menenangkanburdened: terbebanimustered: memberanikanawkwardly: sedikit canggungsupport: mendukungchill: dinginforgotten: melupakanhesitating: raguspirit: semangatbound: membelenggu

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Secrets of Candi Borobudur: A Night of Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-18-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Langit malam itu gelap dan berat dengan awan hujan.En: The sky that night was dark and heavy with rain clouds.Id: Di tengah rinai hujan, Candi Borobudur berdiri megah, seolah berbisik cerita-cerita purba.En: Amidst the drizzle, Candi Borobudur stood majestic, as if whispering ancient tales.Id: Dimas, seorang arkeolog muda dengan semangat yang membara, berdiri mengagumi megahnya candi tersebut.En: Dimas, a young archaeologist with a burning passion, stood admiring the grandeur of the temple.Id: Dia menggigil sedikit, bukan hanya karena dingin, tetapi karena kegembiraan.En: He shivered slightly, not just from the cold, but from excitement.Id: Ada sesuatu yang membingungkan para arkeolog; sebuah artefak dari candi telah berpindah tempat dengan misterius semalam.En: There was something puzzling the archaeologists; an artifact from the temple had mysteriously changed places overnight.Id: Dimas merasa ini adalah kesempatan sempurna untuk membuktikan kemampuannya di depan mentornya, Ayu.En: Dimas felt this was the perfect opportunity to prove his skills in front of his mentor, Ayu.Id: Dia ingin mendapatkan pengakuan darinya.En: He wanted recognition from her.Id: Namun, ada saingan lain, Rama, yang juga berusaha mendapatkan perhatian Ayu.En: However, there was another rival, Rama, who was also trying to get Ayu's attention.Id: Langit menumpahkan airnya tanpa henti, membuat tanah licin dan berbahaya, tetapi Dimas sudah memutuskan.En: The sky poured down relentlessly, making the ground slippery and dangerous, but Dimas had already decided.Id: Dia akan menyelidiki candi itu malam ini, meskipun hujan lebat mengguyur.En: He would investigate the temple that night, despite the heavy rain.Id: Penuh tekad, Dimas mulai menjelajahi area sekitar candi.En: With determination, Dimas began exploring the area around the temple.Id: Hujan membuat semuanya lebih sulit dan berbahaya.En: The rain made everything more difficult and dangerous.Id: Langkahnya pelan dan hati-hati di antara bebatuan yang licin.En: His steps were slow and cautious among the slippery stones.Id: Sekejap kilat menyinari sekitar, menyorotkan cahaya singkat ke arah bayangan yang tampak seolah-olah bergerak.En: A flash of lightning lit up the surroundings, casting short-lived light on a shadow that seemed to move.Id: Hatanya berdetak cepat, tetapi rasa penasaran mendorongnya maju.En: His heart beat faster, but curiosity pushed him forward.Id: Di tengah keheningan malam, kilauan cahaya dari bulan yang terbenam di balik awan memperlihatkan sebuah celah sempit di bawah candi yang ditutup tumbuhan liar.En: In the silence of the night, the glow of the moon setting behind the clouds revealed a narrow gap beneath the temple covered with wild plants.Id: Dengan penasaran, Dimas menyingkirkan rerumputan itu dan menemukan pintu rahasia yang lama tersembunyi.En: Curiously, Dimas cleared away the grass and found a long-hidden secret door.Id: Hatinya berdegup lebih kencang.En: His heart pounded faster.Id: Dia masuk dengan sangat hati-hati.En: He entered very carefully.Id: Di dalam, Dimas menemukan serangkaian lorong sempit yang berliku.En: Inside, Dimas found a series of winding narrow passages.Id: Petualangan ini membawanya menuju ruang yang besar, tempat artefak tersebut berada.En: This adventure led him to a large room where the artifact was located.Id: Dimas menggenggam tangannya dengan sukacita.En: Dimas clasped his hands with joy.Id: Namun, lebih dari sekadar menemukan artefak, Dimas menemukan mekanisme kuno yang dipakai untuk memindahkan artefak tersebut.En: However, beyond merely finding the artifact, Dimas discovered an ancient mechanism used to move the artifact.Id: Ini adalah penemuan besar!En: This was a significant discovery!Id: Namun, dia sadar bahwa penting untuk memberi penghargaan pada Ayu.En: But he realized the importance of giving credit to Ayu.Id: Pagi harinya, di depan para arkeolog lain, Dimas menjelaskan temuannya dan memberi pujian kepada Ayu, mengatakan betapa pentingnya pelajaran serta bimbingan darinya.En: The next morning, in front of other archaeologists, Dimas explained his findings and gave praise to Ayu, stating how important her lessons and guidance were.Id: Ayu tersenyum padanya dengan penuh bangga.En: Ayu smiled at him with pride.Id: Tetapi yang lebih berarti bagi Dimas adalah pemahaman baru yang dia dapatkan pada malam penuh tantangan itu.En: But what meant more to Dimas was the new understanding he gained on that night full of challenges.Id: Bahwa kerjasama dan ketulusan lebih berarti daripada kebanggaan pribadi.En: That cooperation and sincerity mean more than personal pride.Id: Tanpa gemerlap pujian, Dimas merasakan kepuasan yang mendalam dalam dirinya.En: Without the glitter of praise, Dimas felt a deep satisfaction within himself.Id: Penemuan ini adalah hasil kerja sama dan dedikasi.En: This discovery was the result of teamwork and dedication.Id: Borobudur kembali tenang, menyimpan cerita-ceritanya yang baru terungkap.En: Borobudur returned to its peace, holding onto its newly revealed stories. Vocabulary Words:drizzle: rinaimajestic: megahpuzzling: membingungkanartifact: artefakrecognition: pengakuanrival: sainganrelentlessly: tanpa hentislippery: licincautious: hati-hatilightning: kilatshadow: bayangancuriosity: penasarangap: celahrevealed: memperlihatkannarrow: sempitwinding: berlikupassages: lorongmechanism: mekanismesignificant: besarsincerity: ketulusandedication: dedikasigrandeur: megahnyaadventure: petualanganshivered: menggigilopportunity: kesempatanattention: perhatiandetermination: tekadshort-lived: singkatcarefully: sangat hati-hatipraise: pujian

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Budi's Journey: From Fear to Friendship on Gunung Bromo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-18-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Gunung Bromo berdiri megah di depan Budi.En: Gunung Bromo stood majestically in front of Budi.Id: Kabut tebal menutupi puncaknya yang menjulang, memberikan kesan misterius.En: Thick fog covered its towering peak, giving it a mysterious feel.Id: Gemuruh petir dari kejauhan memberi peringatan akan turunnya hujan.En: The rumbling thunder from afar warned of impending rain.Id: Budi dan teman-teman sekelasnya datang ke sini dalam rangka kunjungan lapangan sekolah.En: Budi and his classmates came here for a school field trip.Id: Di tengah ramainya suara teman-temannya, Budi merasa gelisah.En: Amidst the lively chatter of his friends, Budi felt restless.Id: Dia bertekad ingin berteman lebih dekat dengan teman sekelasnya, terutama Sari, yang dia segani.En: He was determined to become closer friends with his classmates, especially Sari, whom he admired.Id: Budi berjalan di belakang Adi dan Sari.En: Budi walked behind Adi and Sari.Id: Mereka terlihat akrab, sering saling bercanda.En: They seemed close, often joking with each other.Id: Budi berusaha mencari cara untuk bergabung.En: Budi tried to find a way to join in.Id: Namun, hujan mulai turun, membuat tanah menjadi licin.En: However, the rain started to fall, making the ground slippery.Id: Rasanya, tidak hanya jalan yang sulit dilalui, tetapi juga interaksi sosial.En: It felt like not only the path was difficult to navigate, but also the social interactions.Id: Di tengah perjalanan, Budi merasa terasing.En: Along the journey, Budi felt isolated.Id: Saat itulah dia teringat kisah lucu tentang Gunung Bromo yang pernah diceritakan oleh kakeknya.En: It was at that moment he remembered a funny story about Gunung Bromo that his grandfather had once told him.Id: "Apa kalian tahu," ujar Budi tiba-tiba dengan suara agak gemetar, "Legenda tentang Pangeran Joko dan Putri Bromo?En: "Do you guys know," Budi suddenly said with a slightly shaky voice, "The legend about Pangeran Joko and Putri Bromo?"Id: "Adi dan Sari berhenti dan memperhatikannya.En: Adi and Sari stopped and paid attention to him.Id: "Tidak, ceritain dong!En: "No, tell us!"Id: " jawab Sari dengan senyumnya yang cerah, membuat Budi merasa sedikit lega.En: replied Sari with her bright smile, making Budi feel a bit relieved.Id: Budi mulai bercerita.En: Budi began to tell the story.Id: "Katanya, Pangeran Joko suatu waktu tersesat di gunung ini.En: "They say, Pangeran Joko once got lost on this mountain.Id: Dia bertemu dengan Putri Bromo yang cantik dan memutuskan untuk bersembunyi di puncaknya agar bisa selalu melihat sang Putri dari kejauhan ketika kabut menghilang.En: He met the beautiful Putri Bromo and decided to hide at its peak so he could always see the princess from afar when the fog cleared."Id: " Suaranya mulai stabil, dan teman-temannya tertawa ketika dia menambahkan bagian konyol dari cerita tersebut.En: His voice began to stabilize, and his friends laughed as he added the funny parts of the story.Id: Namun, ketika hujan semakin deras, Budi terpeleset.En: However, as the rain poured harder, Budi slipped.Id: Dia jatuh terduduk di tanah yang becek.En: He fell seated on the muddy ground.Id: Sari cepat-cepat membantunya berdiri, memberikan sebuah tanya sambil tersenyum, "Kamu baik-baik saja?En: Sari quickly helped him up, asking with a smile, "Are you okay?"Id: "Itu menjadi titik balik bagi Budi.En: That was a turning point for Budi.Id: Melihat perhatian Sari, dia merasa lebih percaya diri.En: Seeing Sari's attention, he felt more confident.Id: Sepanjang perjalanan, mereka berbagi cerita dan tawa, tidak lagi merasa terasing.En: Throughout the journey, they shared stories and laughter, no longer feeling isolated.Id: Akhir dari perjalanan, saat mereka berkumpul di bawah sebuah pohon besar untuk berteduh, semua teman-temannya meminta Budi untuk melanjutkan ceritanya.En: At the end of the trip, as they gathered under a big tree for shelter, all of his friends asked Budi to continue his story.Id: Dengan semangat, Budi melanjutkan kisah-kisahnya.En: Enthusiastically, Budi continued his tales.Id: Kali ini dia yakin, dia diterima dan punya tempat di kelompoknya.En: This time he was sure he was accepted and had a place in his group.Id: Ketika mereka berjalan turun, Budi merasa berbeda.En: As they walked down, Budi felt different.Id: Hujan dan kabut tidak lagi menjadi penghalang.En: The rain and fog were no longer obstacles.Id: Dia sudah mengatasi ketakutannya, dan pada akhirnya, menemukan kepercayaan diri untuk menjalin persahabatan yang tulus.En: He had overcome his fears and, in the end, found the confidence to build genuine friendships.Id: Gunung Bromo tetap berdiri megah di belakang mereka, namun di dalam hati Budi, perjalanan itu sudah menorehkan kenangan yang indah.En: Gunung Bromo still stood majestically behind them, but in Budi's heart, the journey had already etched beautiful memories. Vocabulary Words:majestic: megahfog: kabutpeak: puncakmysterious: misteriusrumbling: gemuruhthunder: petirimpending: akanchatter: suararestless: gelisahdetermined: bertekadadmired: seganislippery: licinnavigate: dilaluiisolated: terasingshaky: gemetarbright: cerahrelieved: legastabilize: stabilfunny: konyolpoured: derasslipped: terpelesetmuddy: becekshelter: berteduhenthusiastically: semangatobstacles: penghalangovercome: mengatasifears: ketakutanconfidence: kepercayaan dirigenuine: tulusetched: menorehkan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Tradition: Bima's Galungan Market Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-17-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Bima berdiri di tengah pasar yang ramai, memandang sekeliling dengan mata penuh harapan.En: Bima stood in the middle of the bustling market, looking around with hopeful eyes.Id: Ia ingin sekali membeli persembahan Galungan yang sempurna.En: He really wanted to buy the perfect Galungan offering.Id: Bau kemenyan dan melati memenuhi udara, sementara suara gamelan mengiringi percakapan para penjual dan pembeli.En: The scent of incense and jasmine filled the air, while the sounds of gamelan accompanied the conversations of the sellers and buyers.Id: Indira, adik perempuan Bima, penuh semangat.En: Indira, Bima's younger sister, was full of excitement.Id: Dia berlari ke sana kemari, matanya berbinar melihat kerajinan dan bunga warna-warni.En: She ran back and forth, her eyes sparkling at the crafts and colorful flowers.Id: Namun, kegiatannya membuat Bima sedikit kewalahan.En: However, her activity made Bima a little overwhelmed.Id: Ia harus fokus.En: He needed to focus.Id: "Indira, tetap dekat, ya!En: "Indira, stay close, okay!"Id: " seru Bima, mencoba mengawasi adiknya.En: called Bima, trying to keep an eye on his sister.Id: Mereka sudah mencari selama beberapa waktu, tapi harga di banyak kios lebih mahal dari yang diperhitungkan Bima.En: They had been searching for some time, but the prices at many stalls were higher than Bima had anticipated.Id: Kemudian, mereka bertemu Rizal.En: Then, they met Rizal.Id: Dia adalah penjual yang pandai menarik perhatian dengan kata-kata bijaknya.En: He was a seller who was skilled at attracting attention with his wise words.Id: Rizal mengulurkan tangan ramah, menawarkan bantuan.En: Rizal extended a friendly hand, offering help.Id: "Bima, mungkin butuh sedikit bimbingan?En: "Bima, maybe you need a little guidance?Id: Pasar ini memang bisa membingungkan," Rizal berkata sambil tersenyum.En: This market can indeed be confusing," Rizal said with a smile.Id: Bima ragu.En: Bima hesitated.Id: Dia ingin menyelesaikan ini sendiri, membuktikan pada keluarganya bahwa ia bisa menjaga tradisi.En: He wanted to finish this on his own, to prove to his family that he could uphold tradition.Id: Tapi, di satu sisi, bantuan kelihatannya tidak buruk.En: But, on the other hand, help didn't seem so bad.Id: Melihat Indira yang masih sibuk dengan bunga, Bima akhirnya setuju mendengarkan Rizal.En: Seeing Indira still busy with flowers, Bima finally agreed to listen to Rizal.Id: Rizal membawa mereka ke bagian pasar yang lebih tenang, jauh dari keramaian utama.En: Rizal led them to a quieter part of the market, away from the main crowd.Id: Di sana, tersembunyi sebuah kios dengan persembahan yang indah dan terjangkau.En: There, hidden away, was a stall with beautiful and affordable offerings.Id: Mata Bima berbinar.En: Bima's eyes sparkled.Id: "Ini dia!En: "This is it!Id: Tepat yang ku cari!En: Exactly what I've been looking for!"Id: " kata Bima dengan lega.En: Bima said with relief.Id: Sambil menunggu barang dibungkus, Rizal bercerita tentang pentingnya Galungan.En: While waiting for the items to be wrapped, Rizal shared about the importance of Galungan.Id: "Ini bukan sekedar persembahan, tapi juga penghormatan pada leluhur dan menjaga keseimbangan dharma," katanya lembut.En: "It is not just an offering, but also a way to honor ancestors and maintain the balance of dharma," he said gently.Id: Mendengarnya, Bima merasakan kebanggaan muncul dalam dirinya.En: Upon hearing this, Bima felt a sense of pride arise within him.Id: Ia mengerti lebih dalam arti dari tradisi yang keluarganya lestarikan.En: He understood more deeply the meaning of the tradition his family preserved.Id: Keduanya, Bima dan Indira, akhirnya pulang dengan barang yang dibutuhkan dan pengalaman berharga.En: Both Bima and Indira finally returned home with the items they needed and a valuable experience.Id: Saat matahari terbenam di balik Candi Tersembunyi, Bima merasa lebih percaya diri.En: As the sun set behind the Hidden Temple, Bima felt more confident.Id: Dia tahu betapa pentingnya peran komunitas dalam menjaga budaya.En: He knew how important the role of the community was in preserving culture.Id: Terima kasih untuk Rizal, ia bukan hanya pulang dengan persembahan, tapi juga pelajaran yang tak terlupakan.En: Thanks to Rizal, he didn't just come home with offerings, but also with an unforgettable lesson.Id: Galungan kali ini adalah awal yang baru bagi Bima.En: This Galungan was a new beginning for Bima.Id: Ia telah menunjukkan bahwa ia bisa, tidak hanya kepada keluarga, tapi juga pada dirinya sendiri.En: He had shown that he could, not only to his family but also to himself. Vocabulary Words:bustling: ramaihopeful: penuh harapanincense: kemenyansparkling: berbinaroverwhelmed: kewalahananticipated: diperhitungkanskillful: pandaiwise: bijakguidance: bimbinganhesitated: raguuphold: menjagatradition: tradisiaffordable: terjangkauancestors: leluhurbalance: keseimbanganpride: kebanggaancommunity: komunitaspreserve: melestarikanunforgettable: tak terlupakanexperience: pengalamanconversation: percakapancrafts: kerajinanmaintain: menjagarole: peranconfidence: percaya diriscent: bauquieter: lebih tenanghidden: tersembunyirelief: legahonor: penghormatan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Balancing Secrets and Respect at Candi Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-17-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Kabut pagi menyelimuti Candi Borobudur yang megah.En: The morning mist enveloped Candi Borobudur, the majestic temple.Id: Seperti sebuah harta karun tersembunyi, candi ini berdiri anggun di tengah rerimbunan hutan tropis yang hijau.En: Like a hidden treasure, this temple stood gracefully amidst the lush green tropical forest.Id: Suara hujan rintik-rintik menghiasi suasana, menambah kesan misteri.En: The sound of drizzle accented the atmosphere, adding a sense of mystery.Id: Di tempat ini, Rizwan, seorang arkeolog muda, berdiri dengan penuh semangat.En: In this place, Rizwan, a young archaeologist, stood with enthusiasm.Id: Pandangannya tertuju pada dinding candi yang berornamen indah.En: His gaze was fixed on the temple's beautifully ornate walls.Id: Ia yakin kalau ada rahasia besar tersembunyi di dalamnya, rahasia yang bisa menjadi penemuan besar dalam dunia arkeologi.En: He was convinced that a great secret lay hidden within, a secret that could become a significant discovery in the world of archaeology.Id: Di sisi lain, ada Amara, seorang sejarawan yang berdedikasi.En: On the other side, there was Amara, a dedicated historian.Id: "Rizwan, kita harus berhenti.En: "Rizwan, we have to stop.Id: Kita tidak boleh mengganggu keseimbangan sejarah di sini.En: We must not disturb the historical balance here.Id: Candi ini memiliki nilai budaya yang harus kita hormati," katanya dengan nada tegas.En: This temple holds cultural value that we must respect," she said firmly.Id: "Amara, tetapi kita bisa belajar banyak dari tempat ini.En: "Amara, but we can learn so much from this place.Id: Menemukan rahasia candi akan memberi kita pemahaman yang lebih dalam tentang sejarah," jawab Rizwan, tidak kalah bersemangat.En: Uncovering the temple's secrets will give us a deeper understanding of history," replied Rizwan with equal enthusiasm.Id: Perselisihan antara Rizwan dan Amara semakin memuncak.En: The dispute between Rizwan and Amara escalated.Id: Saat Rizwan menemukan petunjuk tentang sebuah ruangan tersembunyi, dilema semakin jelas.En: When Rizwan discovered clues about a hidden room, the dilemma became more apparent.Id: Untuk masuk ke dalam ruangan itu, Rizwan harus memodifikasi beberapa struktur candi.En: To enter the room, Rizwan would have to modify some of the temple's structures.Id: Ini berarti melakukan perubahan yang mungkin tidak bisa diperbaiki.En: This meant making changes that might not be reversible.Id: "Hentikan, Rizwan.En: "Stop, Rizwan.Id: Jika kamu melangkah lebih jauh, kamu bisa merusak sesuatu yang tak ternilai," desak Amara.En: If you go any further, you might destroy something invaluable," urged Amara.Id: Rizwan terdiam.En: Rizwan fell silent.Id: Ia memandang Amara, kemudian menatap candi dengan hormat yang baru ditemukan.En: He looked at Amara, then at the temple with newfound respect.Id: Ia merasakan beban pilihan di hatinya.En: He felt the weight of choice in his heart.Id: Tekadnya untuk membuat penemuan besar mulai mengendur.En: His determination to make a grand discovery began to waver.Id: Tiba-tiba, ia menyadari bahwa ada cara lain.En: Suddenly, he realized there was another way.Id: Setelah perdebatan yang panjang dan penuh emosi, Rizwan membuat keputusan.En: After a long and emotional debate, Rizwan made a decision.Id: "Baiklah, Amara.En: "Alright, Amara.Id: Kita akan mendokumentasikan temuan kita tanpa merusak candi.En: We'll document our findings without damaging the temple.Id: Aku ingin menjaga tempat ini sebagaimana adanya," ujarnya akhirnya.En: I want to preserve this place as it is," he finally said.Id: Dengan keputusan itu, Rizwan dan Amara bekerja sama.En: With that decision, Rizwan and Amara worked together.Id: Mereka menggunakan teknik non-invasif untuk mempelajari lebih lanjut tentang candi.En: They used non-invasive techniques to learn more about the temple.Id: Rizwan belajar menghargai pentingnya menjaga keutuhan sejarah, sementara Amara merasa lega bahwa candi tetap dilestarikan.En: Rizwan learned to appreciate the importance of preserving historical integrity, while Amara felt relieved that the temple remained preserved.Id: Kini, Rizwan melihat Borobudur bukan hanya sebagai objek studi arkeologi tapi juga sebagai simbol penting dari sejarah dan budaya yang harus selalu dihormati dan dijaga.En: Now, Rizwan saw Borobudur not just as an archaeological study object but also as an important symbol of history and culture that must always be respected and preserved.Id: Hujan terus turun dengan lembut, seolah-olah turut menyetujui kedamaian yang baru saja tercipta.En: The rain continued to fall gently, as if in agreement with the newly formed peace.Id: Di bawah naungan candi megah ini, dua jiwa telah menemukan harmoni antara ilmu pengetahuan dan tradisi.En: Under the shadow of this majestic temple, two souls found harmony between science and tradition. Vocabulary Words:enveloped: menyelimutimajestic: megahtreasure: harta karunlush: rerimbunandrizzle: rintik-rintikornate: berornamenconvinced: yakinsignificant: penemuan besardedicated: berdedikasihistorian: sejarawandisturb: mengganggubalance: keseimbangancultural: nilai budayaenthusiasm: semangatdispute: perselisihanescalated: semakin memuncakdilemma: dilemairreversible: tidak bisa diperbaikiinvaluable: tak ternilairespect: hormatdetermination: tekadnyadebate: perdebatandocument: mendokumentasikannon-invasive: teknik non-invasifappreciate: menghargaiintegrity: keutuhanrelieved: legapreserved: dilestarikansymbol: simbolharmony: harmoni

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Adventure Interrupted: A Lesson in Friendship at Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-16-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Langit di atas Candi Borobudur tampak gelap.En: The sky above Candi Borobudur looked dark.Id: Awan mulai menggantung rendah, pertanda hujan akan turun.En: Clouds began to hang low, a sign that rain would soon fall.Id: Dewi berdiri di sana dengan Rahmat, temannya yang setia.En: Dewi stood there with Rahmat, her faithful friend.Id: Mereka terpesona dengan keajaiban candi kuno itu.En: They were captivated by the wonder of the ancient temple.Id: Ukiran-ukiran batu yang rumit bercerita tentang kisah-kisah zaman dahulu.En: The intricate stone carvings told stories of old times.Id: Di sekelilingnya ada pepohonan hijau yang lebat, tampak lebih segar dan bersinar di bawah sinar hujan yang turun.En: Surrounding them were dense green trees, appearing fresher and shining beneath the falling rain.Id: Dewi, wanita yang selalu ingin tahu dan suka berpetualang, tak mau melewatkan setiap sudut candi megah ini.En: Dewi, a woman who is always curious and loves adventure, didn't want to miss every corner of the magnificent temple.Id: Namun, tiba-tiba, Dewi mulai merasa aneh.En: However, suddenly, Dewi started to feel strange.Id: Hidungnya gatal dan napasnya tersengal-sengal.En: Her nose was itching and her breath was short.Id: Mata Rahmat tertuju pada Dewi, merasa khawatir.En: Rahmat's eyes turned to Dewi, feeling worried.Id: “Kau baik-baik saja?En: "Are you alright?"Id: ” tanya Rahmat, suaranya tenang namun penuh perhatian.En: asked Rahmat, his voice calm yet full of concern.Id: Dewi mengangguk, walau dalam hati dia tahu gejala alerginya mulai kambuh.En: Dewi nodded, although in her heart she knew her allergy symptoms were starting to flare up.Id: Rahmat, yang selalu berjaga-jaga, segera mencari sesuatu di dalam tas ranselnya.En: Rahmat, ever vigilant, immediately searched for something in his backpack.Id: Dia tahu betul sahabatnya itu sering mengalami alergi, dan di musim hujan seperti ini, situasinya bisa lebih buruk.En: He knew well that his friend often suffered from allergies, and in the rainy season like this, the situation could be worse.Id: “Dewi, kita perlu mencari bantuan sekarang.En: "Dewi, we need to seek help now.Id: Aku tahu kau ingin selesai menjelajah, tapi kesehatanmu lebih penting,” kata Rahmat tegas.En: I know you want to finish exploring, but your health is more important," said Rahmat firmly.Id: Namun, kepala Dewi berbisik lain.En: However, Dewi's head whispered otherwise.Id: Ia ingin melihat lebih banyak, merasakan setiap sudut sejarah.En: She wanted to see more, to feel every corner of history.Id: Kakinya melangkah maju, menantang hujan yang makin deras.En: Her feet stepped forward, challenging the increasingly heavy rain.Id: Sampai tiba-tiba, langkahnya goyah—kesadarannya makin menipis.En: Then suddenly, her steps wobbled—her consciousness waning.Id: Rahmat menggenggam tangannya dengan erat, rasa khawatir makin menjadi-jadi.En: Rahmat held her hand tightly, his concern growing stronger.Id: Dengan cepat, Rahmat memandang sekeliling dan melihat papan penunjuk ke pos pertolongan pertama.En: Quickly, Rahmat looked around and saw a sign pointing to the first aid post.Id: Dia memapah Dewi menuju ke sana, berusaha menenangkan temannya sambil memacu langkah.En: He supported Dewi towards it, trying to calm his friend while quickening his pace.Id: Air hujan membasahi tanah dan batu, membuat setiap gundukan licin.En: The rain soaked the ground and stones, making every bump slippery.Id: Tapi Rahmat tak mau menyerah.En: But Rahmat refused to give up.Id: Sampai akhirnya mereka mencapai pos itu, tepat ketika Dewi hampir tumbang.En: Finally, they reached the post, just as Dewi almost collapsed.Id: Petugas medis langsung memberi penanganan.En: The medical staff immediately provided treatment.Id: Perlahan, kondisi Dewi mulai membaik.En: Slowly, Dewi's condition began to improve.Id: Rahmat duduk di samping Dewi, mengusap lembut punggungnya.En: Rahmat sat beside Dewi, gently rubbing her back.Id: “Terima kasih,” kata Dewi dengan suara parau, “Aku tahu kau bilang begitu untuk kebaikanku.En: "Thank you," Dewi said with a hoarse voice, "I know you said that for my good."Id: ”Rahmat tersenyum, “Kali ini biarkan petualangan kita selesai dengan aman dahulu, Dewi.En: Rahmat smiled, "This time, let our adventure end safely first, Dewi.Id: Ada banyak waktu lain untuk menjelajah.En: There is plenty of time to explore later."Id: ”Sambil menanti hujan reda, Dewi berpikir tentang pentingnya kesehatan.En: While waiting for the rain to subside, Dewi thought about the importance of health.Id: Petualangan bisa menunggu, pikirnya.En: Adventure can wait, she thought.Id: Melihat sahabatnya yang selalu siap untuk membantu, ia merasa bersyukur.En: Seeing her friend always ready to help, she felt grateful.Id: Borobudur tetap berdiri megah, siap menanti mereka di lain kesempatan.En: Borobudur still stood grandly, ready to welcome them another time.Id: Kini, Dewi merasakan kedamaian baru.En: Now, Dewi felt a new peace.Id: Bukan hanya dari keindahan candi, tetapi dari pelajaran berharga yang ia dapatkan bersama sahabat sejatinya, Rahmat.En: Not just from the beauty of the temple, but from the valuable lesson she learned with her true friend, Rahmat. Vocabulary Words:dark: gelapsign: pertandacaptivated: terpesonaintricate: rumitdense: lebatcurious: ingin tahuadventure: berpetualangmiss: melewatkanmagnificent: megahitching: gatalsymptoms: gejalavigilant: berjaga-jagaflares up: kambuhexploring: menjelajahhealth: kesehatanwobble: goyahconsciousness: kesadaranwaning: menipissupported: memapahsoaked: membasahicollapsed: tumbangtreatment: penangananhoarse: parauplenty: banyaksubside: redagrateful: bersyukurpeace: kedamaianvaluable: berhargalesson: pelajaranwelcoming: menanti

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: From Rain to Radiance: Rizky's Triumph at Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-19-id Story Transcript:Id: Hujan turun dengan deras ketika pagi itu Rizky berdiri di depan candi megah, Borobudur.En: The rain poured heavily that morning as Rizky stood in front of the magnificent temple, Borobudur.Id: Hawa lembap menyelimuti suasana.En: A humid atmosphere enveloped the scene.Id: Namun, semangat di hati Rizky membara.En: However, the spirit in Rizky's heart was ablaze.Id: Dia adalah duta muda dari Jakarta, hadir di International Youth Summit untuk menyampaikan esai tentang pelestarian warisan budaya.En: He was a young ambassador from Jakarta, attending the International Youth Summit to deliver an essay about cultural heritage preservation.Id: Mimpi Rizky sederhana namun besar: mendapatkan beasiswa ke universitas impiannya dan membuat keluarganya bangga.En: Rizky's dreams were simple yet grand: to earn a scholarship to his dream university and make his family proud.Id: Rizky melihat ke sekeliling, mengamati para pemuda dari berbagai negara yang berkumpul di sekitar candi.En: Rizky looked around, observing the young people from various countries gathered around the temple.Id: Di sampingnya berdiri Nia dan Arman, sahabat yang selalu mendukungnya.En: Beside him stood Nia and Arman, friends who always supported him.Id: Nia tersenyum, "Tenang, Rizky.En: Nia smiled, "Don't worry, Rizky.Id: Kamu pasti bisa.En: You can do it."Id: "Namun, ada ketakutan dalam diri Rizky.En: However, there was fear within Rizky.Id: Dia sering gugup berbicara di depan banyak orang.En: He often became nervous speaking in front of many people.Id: Sambil menunggu gilirannya, dia berlatih sekali lagi di hadapan Nia dan Arman.En: While waiting for his turn, he practiced once more in front of Nia and Arman.Id: Mereka memberi saran agar Rizky berpikir untuk menggunakan galerinya candi sebagai tempat cadangan jika hujan bertambah deras.En: They suggested Rizky consider using the temple's gallery as an alternative location if the rain worsened.Id: Waktu Rizky tiba.En: Rizky's time arrived.Id: Dia berdiri di tengah, di bawah langit mendung.En: He stood in the center, under the cloudy sky.Id: Kata-kata yang telah dipersiapkannya mengalir lancar, suara batu tua candi seolah mendukung setiap katanya.En: The words he had prepared flowed smoothly, the sound of the temple's ancient stones seemed to support every word.Id: Saat itu, hujan mulai turun lebih deras.En: At that moment, the rain began to pour more heavily.Id: Rizky tahu dia harus memutuskan, tetap di luar atau segera pindah ke galeri.En: Rizky knew he had to decide, whether to stay outside or quickly move to the gallery.Id: Dengan cepat pikiran jernih mengambil alih.En: Quickly, clear thinking took over.Id: Rizky mengangkat suaranya agar terdengar di tengah hujan lalu memberi isyarat kepada semua orang untuk bergerak ke galeri.En: Rizky raised his voice to be heard amidst the rain and signaled everyone to move to the gallery.Id: Semua mengikuti, sambil bertepuk tangan, memberi semangat.En: All followed, applauding, encouraging him.Id: Di dalam galeri, suara Rizky bergema di antara dinding batu.En: Inside the gallery, Rizky's voice echoed between the stone walls.Id: Dia berbicara dengan keyakinan yang belum pernah dia rasakan sebelumnya.En: He spoke with a confidence he had never felt before.Id: Presentasinya berakhir dengan tepuk tangan meriah.En: His presentation ended with thunderous applause.Id: Para juri menatap dengan kagum, dan Rizky yakin bahwa dia telah melakukan yang terbaik.En: The judges looked on with admiration, and Rizky was sure he had done his best.Id: Kesempatan untuk mendapatkan beasiswa kini sudah lebih dekat, seolah dalam genggaman.En: The opportunity to receive a scholarship was now closer, as if within his grasp.Id: Dengan hati lega dan bangga, Rizky menyadari satu hal penting.En: With a relieved and proud heart, Rizky realized one important thing.Id: Ia telah mengatasi ketakutannya berbicara di depan umum dan menemukan potensinya sebagai seorang pemimpin.En: He had overcome his fear of speaking in public and discovered his potential as a leader.Id: Hujan mungkin turun deras, tetapi dalam hati Rizky, matahari bersinar cerah.En: The rain might have poured heavily, but in Rizky's heart, the sun shone brightly.Id: Dia tersenyum, menatap ke arah Borobudur, candi yang menjadi saksi perjuangannya hari itu.En: He smiled, gazing toward Borobudur, the temple that bore witness to his struggle that day.Id: Hujan bukan lagi rintangan, melainkan bagian dari perjalanan indahnya.En: The rain was no longer an obstacle, but rather a part of his beautiful journey. Vocabulary Words:poured: turunmagnificent: megahenveloped: menyelimutihumid: lembapambassador: dutasummit: summitpreservation: pelestariangrasp: genggamanadmiration: kagumconfidence: keyakinanpotential: potensiencouraging: memberi semangatapplause: tepuk tanganwitness: saksiobstacle: rintanganovercome: mengatasiechoed: bergemaalternative: cadanganthunderous: meriahancient: tuascholarship: beasiswaessay: esaideliver: menyampaikannervous: gugupconsider: memikirkanpresentation: presentasirelieved: legastruggle: perjuanganapplauding: bertepuk tangangallery: galeri

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rainy Nights and Unlikely Alliances in Jakarta Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di luar, hujan deras mengguyur kota Jakarta.En: Outside, heavy rain was pouring down on the city of Jakarta.Id: Di kantor yang sibuk, Dewi menatap layar laptopnya.En: In the busy office, Dewi was staring at her laptop screen.Id: Kantor itu hangat dan terang, kontras dengan cuaca basah di luar.En: The office was warm and bright, contrasting with the wet weather outside.Id: Dewi, seorang analis junior yang rajin, merasa tertekan.En: Dewi, a diligent junior analyst, felt pressured.Id: Dia ingin mendapatkan promosi dengan menyelesaikan proyek penting.En: She wanted to get a promotion by completing an important project.Id: Namun, di sela-sela kesibukannya, kesepian terkadang menghampirinya.En: However, amidst her busyness, loneliness sometimes crept in.Id: Di meja sebelah, Arif, seorang ilmuwan data yang baru, sedang mengetik dengan cepat.En: At the next desk, Arif, a new data scientist, was typing quickly.Id: Dia baru saja bergabung dengan perusahaan dan berusaha agar terasa diterima.En: He had just joined the company and was trying to feel accepted.Id: Malam itu, Arif memutuskan bekerja lembur juga.En: That night, Arif decided to work overtime as well.Id: Dia membawa semangat baru, berharap bisa berbagi ide dan membuat terobosan.En: He brought a fresh spirit, hoping to share ideas and make breakthroughs.Id: Namun, perasaan canggung sebagai orang baru masih terasa mengganggu.En: However, the awkward feeling of being new still bothered him.Id: Saat waktu makan malam tiba, Dewi memutuskan mengambil istirahat.En: When dinner time arrived, Dewi decided to take a break.Id: Dia berjalan ke ruang istirahat yang luas.En: She walked to the spacious break room.Id: Mesin kopi berdengung pelan, serbuk cokelat dan aroma kopi memenuhi udara.En: The coffee machine hummed softly, the scent of chocolate and coffee filled the air.Id: Sesaat kemudian, Arif masuk.En: Moments later, Arif entered.Id: Di tangannya ada kotak makanan.En: In his hand was a food box.Id: "Hey, Dewi," sapa Arif dengan senyum.En: "Hey, Dewi," greeted Arif with a smile.Id: "Aku bawa kue khas untuk Cap Go Meh.En: "I brought some traditional cake for Cap Go Meh.Id: Mau coba?En: Want to try?"Id: "Dewi tersenyum dan mengangguk.En: Dewi smiled and nodded.Id: "Oh, terima kasih.En: "Oh, thank you.Id: Tentu saja mau.En: Of course, I’d love to."Id: "Mereka duduk di dekat jendela, mendengar suara hujan.En: They sat by the window, listening to the sound of the rain.Id: Kue keranjang dan wedang ronde menemani mereka.En: Kue keranjang and wedang ronde accompanied them.Id: Perlahan, Dewi dan Arif mulai bercerita tentang pekerjaan mereka, tentang hidup di kota besar.En: Slowly, Dewi and Arif started talking about their work, about living in a big city.Id: Mereka menemukan banyak kesamaan.En: They found many similarities.Id: "Apa yang sedang kamu kerjakan?En: "What are you working on?"Id: " tanya Arif, antusias.En: Arif asked enthusiastically.Id: Dewi menjelaskan proyeknya.En: Dewi explained her project.Id: Arif mendengarkan dengan penuh perhatian.En: Arif listened intently.Id: "Kalau kamu butuh bantuan dengan data atau teknologi, aku bisa bantu," tawar Arif.En: "If you need help with data or technology, I can help," offered Arif.Id: Dewi terkejut.En: Dewi was surprised.Id: "Benarkah?En: "Really?Id: Kerja sama pasti menyenangkan," jawabnya senang.En: Working together would be enjoyable," she replied happily.Id: Malam itu, di bawah cahaya lampu ruang istirahat, mereka mulai berkolaborasi.En: That night, under the light of the break room, they began collaborating.Id: Ide-ide kreatif Arif dan keahlian analitik Dewi berpadu sempurna.En: Arif's creative ideas and Dewi's analytical skills blended perfectly.Id: Hari-hari berikutnya, proyek mereka berkembang pesat.En: In the following days, their project progressed rapidly.Id: Tak lama kemudian, proyek itu selesai dengan sukses.En: Not long after, the project was successfully completed.Id: Para atasan sangat terkesan dengan hasil kerja mereka.En: The superiors were very impressed with their work.Id: Di sisi lain, Dewi dan Arif pun merasa semakin dekat satu sama lain.En: On the other hand, Dewi and Arif also felt closer to each other.Id: Dewi belajar pentingnya bekerja sama dan terbuka pada orang lain.En: Dewi learned the importance of collaboration and being open to others.Id: Arif pun semakin percaya diri dan merasa diterima dalam tim.En: Arif also grew more confident and felt accepted in the team.Id: Di akhir musim hujan itu, Dewi dan Arif menikmati hubungan profesional yang kuat dan persahabatan yang hangat.En: By the end of that rainy season, Dewi and Arif enjoyed a strong professional relationship and a warm friendship.Id: Hujan di luar mungkin tak pernah berhenti, tetapi di dalam kantor, suasananya terasa hangat dan penuh semangat baru.En: The rain outside might never stop, but inside the office, the atmosphere felt warm and full of new energy.Id: Taipan kantor telah berubah menjadi tempat di mana Dewi dan Arif merasa tidak hanya bekerja, tetapi juga berkembang bersama.En: The office environment had transformed into a place where Dewi and Arif felt not only that they were working, but also growing together. Vocabulary Words:pouring: mengguyurbusy: sibukdiligent: rajinpressured: tertekanpromotion: promosiloneliness: kesepiancrept: menghampiriawkward: canggungbothered: menggangguspacious: luasmachine: mesinhummed: berdengungscent: aromaintently: dengan penuh perhatiancollaborating: berkolaborasicreative: kreatifanalytical: analitiksuperiors: atasanimpressed: terkesanconfident: percaya diriaccepted: diterimaprofessional: profesionalfriendship: persahabatantransformed: berubahenergy: semangatenvironment: suasanabreakthroughs: terobosanhummed: berdengungsimilarities: kesamaanintently: dengan penuh perhatian

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Dual Dynamics: Ambition Meets Collaboration in Jakarta Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di pagi yang sibuk, gedung perkantoran modern di Jakarta dipenuhi aktivitas.En: On a busy morning, the modern office building in Jakarta was filled with activity.Id: Hujan turun dengan deras di luar, membuat kaca jendela besar berkabut.En: The rain poured heavily outside, fogging up the large windowpanes.Id: Di dalam kantor, suasana lebih ceria dengan dekorasi sisa-sisa Hari Valentine yang menempel di dinding, menghadirkan sekilas keceriaan pada lingkungan profesional tersebut.En: Inside the office, the atmosphere was cheerier with remnants of Valentine's Day decorations clinging to the walls, providing a touch of cheerfulness to the professional environment.Id: Andika duduk di mejanya, menyeruput kopi yang masih mengepul sambil mempersiapkan presentasi untuk rapat yang akan berlangsung nanti.En: Andika sat at his desk, sipping steaming coffee while preparing a presentation for the meeting that would take place later.Id: Dia sangat berambisi memimpin proyek internasional yang baru dibicarakan oleh perusahaan.En: He was very ambitious about leading the international project that the company had recently discussed.Id: Ini adalah kesempatan emas baginya untuk melangkah lebih jauh dalam kariernya.En: This was a golden opportunity for him to advance further in his career.Id: Sementara itu, Dewi dengan tenang menata dokumen-dokumen yang akan ia bawa ke rapat.En: Meanwhile, Dewi calmly organized the documents she would bring to the meeting.Id: Dia dikenal sebagai pekerja yang giat dan kolaboratif.En: She was known as a diligent and collaborative worker.Id: Meski begitu, Dewi merasa sering diabaikan untuk peran kepemimpinan.En: Nonetheless, Dewi often felt overlooked for leadership roles.Id: Kali ini, ia bertekad untuk membuktikan bahwa dia layak diberi kesempatan memimpin.En: This time, she was determined to prove that she deserved a chance to lead.Id: Rapat dimulai tepat pukul sepuluh pagi.En: The meeting started promptly at ten in the morning.Id: Ruang rapat terasa hangat walau di luar hujan menderas.En: The meeting room felt warm even though it was pouring rain outside.Id: Kepala divisi memulai dengan penjelasan singkat mengenai proyek baru dan kandidat yang mungkin akan menjadi pemimpin proyek tersebut.En: The division head began with a brief explanation of the new project and the candidates who might become the project's leader.Id: Andika mengambil giliran pertama untuk berbicara.En: Andika took the first turn to speak.Id: Ia mempresentasikan rencana proyek yang berani dan ambisius.En: He presented a bold and ambitious project plan.Id: Rencana itu memukau beberapa rekan, namun menimbulkan kekhawatiran mengenai kecenderungan rencana tersebut yang terlalu berisiko.En: The plan impressed some colleagues but raised concerns about the plan's tendency to be too risky.Id: Kemudian, giliran Dewi.En: Then, it was Dewi's turn.Id: "Saya percaya kesuksesan datang dari kerja sama," katanya dengan penuh keyakinan.En: "I believe success comes from collaboration," she said with conviction.Id: Dewi memaparkan visi proyeknya yang berfokus pada kerjasama yang berkelanjutan dan inklusif, menekankan pentingnya kerja tim dan hasil jangka panjang.En: Dewi outlined her project vision focusing on sustainable and inclusive teamwork, emphasizing the importance of team effort and long-term outcomes.Id: Ketegangan terasa saat semua orang menunggu keputusan manajer.En: Tension was palpable as everyone awaited the manager's decision.Id: Satu posisi kepemimpinan harus diputuskan, dan masing-masing dari mereka menginginkan yang terbaik.En: One leadership position had to be decided, and each of them wanted the best.Id: Akhirnya, manajer berpikir sejenak sebelum mengambil keputusan yang tak terduga.En: Finally, the manager thought for a moment before making an unexpected decision.Id: "Saya memutuskan Andika dan Dewi akan menjadi pemimpin bersama untuk proyek ini," katanya.En: "I have decided Andika and Dewi will be co-leaders for this project," he said.Id: "Keragaman dan keseimbangan antara ambisi dan kolaborasi akan menjadi kekuatan kita.En: "Diversity and balance between ambition and collaboration will be our strength."Id: "Mendengar keputusan itu, Andika tersenyum memahami bahwa pentingnya melibatkan orang lain dalam rencana-rencananya.En: Upon hearing the decision, Andika smiled, realizing the importance of involving others in his plans.Id: Dewi merasa dihargai dan menjadi lebih percaya diri akan kemampuan memimpinnya.En: Dewi felt appreciated and became more confident in her leadership abilities.Id: Dengan keputusan ini, kantor menjadi sedikit lebih cerah dari biasanya.En: With this decision, the office became a bit brighter than usual.Id: Andika dan Dewi tahu bahwa mereka akan belajar dan tumbuh bersama dari pengalaman yang baru ini.En: Andika and Dewi knew that they would learn and grow together from this new experience.Id: Sambil melongok ke luar jendela, mereka melihat hujan yang masih turun, seolah mencuci dan menyegarkan jalan mereka menuju masa depan.En: Glancing outside the window, they saw the rain still pouring down, as if washing away and refreshing their path to the future. Vocabulary Words:remnants: sisa-sisaambitious: berambisiopportunity: kesempatandiligent: giatcollaborative: kolaboratifoverlooked: diabaikandetermined: bertekadpromptly: tepatdivision: divisicandidates: kandidatbold: beraniimpressed: memukauconcerns: kekhawatiranrisky: berisikoconviction: keyakinansustainable: berkelanjutaninclusive: inklusifoutcomes: hasiltension: ketegangandecision: keputusanunexpected: tak terdugadiversity: keragamanbalance: keseimbanganappreciated: dihargaiconfident: percaya diribrightener: cerahexperience: pengalamanglancing: melongokrefreshing: menyegarkanenvironment: lingkungan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Love Blossoms Under Rainy Skies at Kebun Raya Bogor Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-14-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah rintik hujan yang lembut, Rina dan Budi berjalan pelan-pelan di Kebun Raya Bogor.En: In the midst of the soft rain, Rina and Budi walked slowly in the Kebun Raya Bogor.Id: Udara pagi itu sejuk, dan aroma tanah basah memenuhi hidung mereka.En: The morning air was cool, and the aroma of wet earth filled their noses.Id: Dedauan yang rimbun di sekitar memberikan kedamaian, tapi hati Rina tidak tenang.En: The lush foliage around them provided peace, but Rina's heart was uneasy.Id: Hari itu bertepatan dengan Hari Valentine, waktu yang tepat bagi banyak orang untuk berbicara tentang cinta.En: That day coincided with Valentine's Day, a perfect time for many to talk about love.Id: Rina menatap pepohonan besar yang berjajar di sekeliling mereka.En: Rina gazed at the large trees lined up around them.Id: "Budi," katanya akhirnya memecah keheningan, "aku dapat tawaran kerja di luar negeri.En: "Budi," she finally said, breaking the silence, "I got a job offer abroad.Id: Ini kesempatan yang bagus untuk karierku.En: It's a great opportunity for my career."Id: "Budi tertegun mendengar kata-kata Rina.En: Budi was taken aback by Rina's words.Id: Dia sudah lama menyukai Rina, namun tidak pernah berani mengatakan perasaannya.En: He had liked Rina for a long time but never dared to express his feelings.Id: "Kapan kamu pergi?En: "When are you leaving?"Id: " tanyanya dengan suara pelan.En: he asked softly.Id: "Bulan depan," jawab Rina sambil menghela napas.En: "Next month," Rina replied with a sigh.Id: "Aku bingung, Budi.En: "I'm confused, Budi.Id: Aku ingin mengejar karier, tapi di sisi lain, aku tidak ingin meninggalkan semuanya di sini.En: I want to pursue my career, but on the other hand, I don't want to leave everything here."Id: "Mereka terus berjalan, sementara pikiran Budi kalut.En: They continued walking, while Budi's mind was in turmoil.Id: Di kepalanya, ada pertanyaan besar yang harus dia jawab: Haruskah dia menyatakan perasaannya sekarang, sebelum Rina pergi dan kesempatan itu hilang?En: In his head, there was a big question he had to answer: Should he confess his feelings now, before Rina leaves and the opportunity is gone?Id: Akhirnya, mereka menemukan sudut yang tenang di bawah kanopi pohon besar.En: Finally, they found a quiet corner under the canopy of a large tree.Id: Hujan mulai turun lebih deras, menciptakan melodi lembut yang menenangkan.En: The rain started to fall heavier, creating a soothing soft melody.Id: "Rina," Budi mulai berkata, merasakannya denyut hatinya bertambah cepat.En: "Rina," Budi began to say, feeling his heartbeat quicken.Id: "Ada sesuatu yang ingin aku katakan.En: "There's something I want to tell you."Id: "Rina menoleh, wajahnya penuh perhatian.En: Rina turned, her face full of attention.Id: "Apa itu, Budi?En: "What is it, Budi?"Id: ""Bertahun-tahun aku menyimpan perasaan ini.En: "For years I've kept these feelings.Id: Aku menyukaimu, Rina.En: I like you, Rina.Id: Lebih dari sekadar teman.En: More than just a friend.Id: Aku takut jika kamu pergi, aku tidak akan mendapat kesempatan untuk memberitahumu.En: I'm afraid if you leave, I won't get the chance to tell you."Id: "Rina terdiam, matanya berkaca-kaca.En: Rina fell silent, her eyes glistening.Id: Pengakuan Budi membuat hatinya bergetar.En: Budi's confession made her heart tremble.Id: Dia menyadari bahwa selama ini, dia takut untuk pergi bukan hanya karena meninggalkan kampung halamannya, tetapi juga karena meninggalkan Budi.En: She realized that all this time, she was afraid to leave not just because of leaving her hometown, but also because of leaving Budi.Id: "Budi," kata Rina lembut, "terima kasih sudah jujur.En: "Budi," Rina said softly, "thank you for being honest.Id: Aku juga merasa perlu mempertimbangkan kembali semuanya.En: I also feel I need to reconsider everything.Id: Aku tidak yakin akan pergi sekarang.En: I'm not sure I'll go now.Id: Aku ingin tahu lebih banyak tentang kita.En: I want to know more about us."Id: "Budi tersenyum lega, meski hujan membasahi wajahnya.En: Budi smiled with relief, even though the rain soaked his face.Id: Dia merasa bahagia telah mengatakan yang sebenarnya.En: He felt happy for having spoken the truth.Id: "Terima kasih, Rina.En: "Thank you, Rina.Id: Kita bisa merencanakan segalanya bersama-sama.En: We can plan everything together."Id: "Di tengah hujan yang terus turun, Rina dan Budi tetap berdiri di sana, merangkul keputusan yang baru mereka buat.En: In the midst of the ongoing rain, Rina and Budi stood there, embracing the decision they had just made.Id: Mereka sadar, dalam hidup yang penuh keraguan dan peluang, terkadang hati membutuhkan suara yang lebih kuat dari keraguan.En: They realized that in a life full of doubts and opportunities, sometimes the heart needs a voice stronger than doubt.Id: Hari itu di Kebun Raya Bogor, cinta yang selama ini terpendam akhirnya terungkap.En: That day in Kebun Raya Bogor, love that had long been hidden finally surfaced.Id: Rina dan Budi berjanji untuk mengeksplorasi masa depan bersama-sama, dan hujan pun menjadi saksi permulaan kisah baru mereka.En: Rina and Budi promised to explore the future together, and the rain bore witness to the beginning of their new story. Vocabulary Words:amidst: di tengahfoliage: dedauanuneasy: tidak tenangcoincided: bertepatangazed: menatapabroad: luar negeriopportunity: kesempatanaback: tertegunconfused: bingungturmoil: kalutcanopy: kanopisoothing: menenangkanconfession: pengakuanglistening: berkaca-kacatremble: bergetarreconsider: mempertimbangkan kembalisoaked: membasahiembracing: merangkulsurfaced: terungkapwitness: saksirintik: drizzleberjajar: lined upmenghela napas: sigheddenyut: heartbeatsuara: voiceterpendam: hiddenmengeksplorasi: explorekarier: careersisi: hand/sideberat: heavy

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rain-Kissed Proposals: A Love Blooming in Taman Bunga Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-14-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah keindahan warna-warni Taman Bunga Nusantara, terdapat Putra, seorang pria muda yang penuh harap dan cemas.En: In the midst of the colorful beauty of Taman Bunga Nusantara, there was Putra, a young man full of hope and anxiety.Id: Hari itu adalah Hari Valentine, dan Putra merasa ini adalah momen yang tepat untuk melamar Ayu, gadis yang sangat dicintainya.En: That day was Valentine's Day, and Putra felt it was the perfect moment to propose to Ayu, the girl he loved deeply.Id: Taman ini terkenal dengan bunga dan tanaman yang eksotik, namun kali ini langit kelabu dan cuaca tidak menentu membuat segalanya tak bisa diprediksi.En: The garden is famous for its exotic flowers and plants, but this time the gray sky and unpredictable weather made everything uncertain.Id: Hujan turun kapan saja tanpa peringatan.En: Rain would fall at any moment without warning.Id: Ayu, di sisi lain, menikmati setiap detik perjalanan mereka di taman ini.En: Ayu, on the other hand, was enjoying every second of their journey in the park.Id: Dia terpesona dengan keindahan alam di sekitarnya.En: She was captivated by the surrounding natural beauty.Id: Tanpa mengetahui rencana Putra, Ayu terus mengagumi setiap bunga yang mekar, sesekali mengambil gambar untuk diunggah ke media sosial.En: Unaware of Putra's plan, Ayu continued admiring each blooming flower, occasionally taking photos to upload to social media.Id: Putra menyembunyikan cincin pertunangannya dengan hati-hati di dalam sakunya.En: Putra carefully hid the engagement ring in his pocket.Id: Dia menunggu saat yang tepat.En: He waited for the right moment.Id: Namun, kerumunan orang yang memenuhi taman membuatnya sulit menemukan momen tenang.En: However, the crowd filling the garden made it difficult for him to find a quiet moment.Id: Cuaca juga bermain tidak menentu, hujan tiba-tiba turun dan membuat semua berlarian mencari tempat berteduh.En: The weather also played unpredictably, with rain suddenly pouring down, causing everyone to rush for shelter.Id: Namun, Putra tidak kehilangan semangat.En: Nevertheless, Putra did not lose his spirit.Id: "Aku harus menunggu hujan berhenti," pikirnya sambil melihat sekeliling mencari tempat yang lebih sepi.En: "I must wait for the rain to stop," he thought as he looked around for a quieter place.Id: Ketika hujan reda, mereka berjalan menuju sebuah gazebo.En: When the rain stopped, they walked toward a gazebo.Id: Gazebo itu sedikit jauh dari keramaian.En: The gazebo was a bit away from the crowd.Id: Di situlah Putra merasa ini kesempatan yang baik.En: That was when Putra felt this was a good opportunity.Id: Tapi hujan lagi-lagi mengguyur dengan deras ketika mereka masuk ke dalam gazebo.En: But once again, the rain poured heavily just as they entered the gazebo.Id: Dengan jantung berdegup kencang, Putra menarik napas panjang.En: With his heart pounding, Putra took a deep breath.Id: Diiringi suara rintik hujan yang menari di atas atap gazebo, Putra menatap Ayu dengan penuh keyakinan.En: Accompanied by the sound of raindrops dancing on the gazebo roof, Putra looked at Ayu with full confidence.Id: "Ayu, aku ingin bertanya sesuatu," katanya, suaranya bergetar karena gugup.En: "Ayu, I want to ask you something," he said, his voice trembling with nervousness.Id: Ayu menatap penuh keingintahuan, sedikit terkejut dengan keseriusan Putra.En: Ayu looked on with curiosity, slightly surprised by Putra's seriousness.Id: Putra merogoh saku dan mengeluarkan cincin, lalu berlutut di hadapannya.En: Putra reached into his pocket and pulled out the ring, then knelt before her.Id: "Ayu, maukah kau menjadi pendamping hidupku?En: "Ayu, would you be my life companion?"Id: " Suara Putra meski lirih, penuh dengan ketulusan.En: Putra's voice, though faint, was full of sincerity.Id: Hati Ayu meleleh, air mata bahagia mulai mengalir meski bercampur dengan air hujan yang membasahi wajahnya.En: Ayu's heart melted, tears of happiness began to flow even though mingled with the rainwater wetting her face.Id: Tanpa ragu, dia mengangguk, "Ya, aku mau!En: Without hesitation, she nodded, "Yes, I will!"Id: " jawabnya dengan senyum lebar.En: she replied with a broad smile.Id: Putra berdiri, memasangkan cincin di jari manis Ayu.En: Putra stood up, placing the ring on Ayu's ring finger.Id: Mereka berpelukan erat di tengah hujan, merasakan cinta yang menghangatkan meski hujan semakin deras.En: They embraced tightly in the rain, feeling the love that warmed even as the rain grew heavier.Id: Di tengah hujan itu, Putra menyadari bahwa segala ketidakpastian dan ketidaksempurnaan justru membuat momen itu lebih berarti.En: In the midst of the rain, Putra realized that all the uncertainty and imperfections actually made the moment more meaningful.Id: Dia merasa lebih percaya diri untuk menghadapi masa depan, memahami bahwa bersama Ayu, mereka bisa menghadapi apapun.En: He felt more confident in facing the future, understanding that with Ayu, they could face anything.Id: Hujan yang tadinya dianggap sebagai hambatan justru menjadi berkat yang membersihkan dan memperbarui langkah awal mereka dalam memulai perjalanan baru.En: The rain that was initially considered a hindrance became a blessing that cleansed and renewed their first steps in starting a new journey. Vocabulary Words:amidst: di tengahanxiety: cemasexotic: eksotikunpredictable: tidak menentucaptivated: terpesonaadmiring: mengagumiengagement ring: cincin pertunangantrembling: bergetarsincerity: ketulusanmelted: melelehhesitation: raguembraced: berpelukanuncertainty: ketidakpastianimperfections: ketidaksempurnaanhindrance: hambatancompanion: pendampingtremendous: derasgazed: menatapcuriosity: keingintahuanearnestness: keseriusanthrong: kerumunanshelter: berlindungconfidence: keyakinanjourney: perjalananmomentous: berarticleanse: membersihkanrenew: memperbaruiopportunity: kesempatanpounding: berdebarcompanionship: pendampingan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Surprise Party Turnaround: A Night of Unplanned Joy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-13-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di bawah langit yang gelap dan hujan deras musim ini, di sebuah bunker bawah tanah tua yang kusam, terletak sekelompok sahabat yang tengah menyusun rencana rahasia.En: Under the dark sky and heavy seasonal rain, in an old, dingy underground bunker, a group of friends was huddled together, concocting a secret plan.Id: Bunker itu terasa lembap dan dipenuhi aroma tanah basah.En: The bunker felt damp and was filled with the scent of wet earth.Id: Lampu fairy yang berdenyut menerangi sekeliling, memberikan kesan hangat meskipun suasana tampak seram.En: Twinkling fairy lights illuminated the surroundings, giving a warm feel despite the eerie atmosphere.Id: Adi, sang penggagas, sibuk memeriksa persiapan untuk pesta yang ingin ia rahasiakan dari semua orang, terutama Rina.En: Adi, the mastermind, was busy checking preparations for the party he wanted to keep hidden from everyone, especially Rina.Id: Dia berharap pesta ini akan menjadi kejutan manis yang tak terlupakan.En: He hoped this party would be a sweet, unforgettable surprise.Id: Dengan tangan penuh jadwal dan sketsa dekorasi, Adi tampak bersemangat, meski khawatir.En: With hands full of schedules and decoration sketches, Adi appeared enthusiastic, albeit a little worried.Id: Rina, yang praktis, tidak menyadari niat tersembunyi Adi.En: Rina, who was practical, was unaware of Adi's hidden intentions.Id: Dia berpikir Adi hanya sedang melakukan eksperimen iseng lainnya untuk menghibur di akhir pekan.En: She thought Adi was simply doing another of his weekend pastimes.Id: Sedangkan Budi, si pelawak, baru saja diberitahu Adi tentang rencana gila ini.En: Meanwhile, Budi, the comedian, had just been let in on this crazy plan by Adi.Id: Tugasnya menjaga semangat tetap tinggi dan menyediakan hiburan.En: His job was to keep the spirits high and provide entertainment.Id: "Waduh, kita butuh lebih banyak balon, Adi!" seru Budi sambil tertawa.En: "We need more balloons, Adi!" exclaimed Budi with a laugh.Id: "Atau mungkin kita ganti dengan ember buat air hujan kalau hujan tetap deras."En: "Or maybe we should switch to buckets for rainwater if the heavy rain keeps up."Id: Adi tertawa, meskipun dalam hati agak cemas.En: Adi laughed, though inside he felt slightly anxious.Id: Tantangan terbesar adalah menjaga semuanya rahasia, sambil memastikan persiapan berjalan lancar dengan bahan terbatas yang mereka miliki dalam bunker.En: The biggest challenge was keeping everything a secret while ensuring preparations went smoothly with the limited materials they had in the bunker.Id: Adi memutuskan untuk meminta Budi membantu menggantung dekorasi sementara dia memikirkan cara mengalihkan perhatian Rina agar tidak curiga.En: Adi decided to ask Budi to help hang decorations while he thought of ways to divert Rina's attention so she wouldn't get suspicious.Id: Namun semua berubah ketika Rina, tanpa sengaja, menemukan tirai molor yang menutupi sebagian dekorasi bunga kertas merah muda dan pernak-pernik berbentuk hati yang terlalu mencolok.En: But everything changed when Rina, unintentionally, stumbled upon a drooping curtain that revealed some part of the pink paper flower decorations and obviously-shaped heart trinkets.Id: "Adi! Apa ini?" tanya Rina terkejut, matanya melebar melihat kekacauan indah di depannya.En: "Adi! What's this?" asked Rina, surprised, her eyes widening at the beautiful chaos in front of her.Id: "Ah, itu..." Adi tergagap, mencoba merangkai kata yang masuk akal.En: "Ah, that's..." Adi stammered, trying to find words that made sense.Id: Namun sebelum ia bisa menjelaskan, hujan deras mulai membanjiri bunker melalui lubang air yang tidak tertutup rapat.En: But before he could explain, heavy rain started flooding the bunker through an improperly sealed drainage hole.Id: Tanpa aba-aba, air mulai merembes ke dalam bunker, menciptakan genangan kecil yang makin lama makin besar.En: Without warning, water began seeping into the bunker, creating a small pool that kept growing larger.Id: Terkejut dengan kenyataan itu, mereka semua akhirnya tertawa.En: Shocked by this turn of events, they all ended up laughing.Id: Pesta rahasia berubah menjadi ajang bermain air.En: The secret party turned into an impromptu water play event.Id: "Mari kita membuat kenangan!" seru Budi, melompat ke dalam genangan air.En: "Let’s make memories!" shouted Budi, jumping into the puddle.Id: Di tengah segala persiapan yang kacau dan air yang mengalir, Adi menyadari satu hal penting.En: Amid all the chaotic preparations and flowing water, Adi realized one important thing.Id: Menyaksikan Rina tertawa dan ikut bermain air, ia menyadari bahwa kebahagiaan yang tulus dan kebersamaan lebih berarti daripada rencana besar yang mengesankan.En: Watching Rina laugh and join in the water play, he understood that true happiness and togetherness meant more than grand, impressive plans.Id: Malam itu, di bawah kedipan lampu fairy dan rintik hujan yang membasahi semuanya, mereka mengadakan pesta Valentine spontan yang penuh tawa dan kegembiraan.En: That night, under the flickering of fairy lights and the drizzling rain soaking everything, they held a spontaneous Valentine's party full of laughter and joy.Id: Itu adalah malam yang akan diingat bukan karena kesempurnaannya, tetapi karena kebersamaan yang tulus di antara mereka.En: It was a night to remember, not because of its perfection, but because of the genuine togetherness among them.Id: Dan dalam hati Adi yang berbunga, dia tahu, itulah yang sebenarnya ia inginkan.En: And in Adi's blooming heart, he knew that’s what he truly wanted. Vocabulary Words:underground: bawah tanahbunker: bunkerhuddled: terletakconcocting: menyusundamp: lembapscent: aromatwinkling: berdenyutilluminated: menerangimastermind: penggagaspreparations: persiapanunforgettable: tak terlupakanenthusiastic: bersemangatintentions: niatcomedian: pelawakspirits: semangatdivert: mengalihkansuspicious: curigadrooping: melortrinkets: pernak-pernikstammered: tergagapseeping: merembesimpromptu: spontanpuddle: genangan airgenuine: tulusimpressive: mengesankantogetherness: kebersamaanflickering: kedipandrizzling: rintiksoaking: membasahispontaneous: spontan

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Rekindling Bonds Under Borobudur's Enigmatic Drizzle Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-13-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Hujan rintik-rintik turun di Borobudur.En: The drizzle fell over Borobudur.Id: Suasana terasa tenang dan mistis.En: The atmosphere felt calm and mystical.Id: Kabut tipis menyelimuti candi, memberikan keajaiban tersendiri.En: A thin mist enveloped the temple, giving it a magical quality.Id: Di antara suara rintik hujan, tiga sosok sedang berjalan pelan.En: Amidst the sound of raindrops, three figures were walking slowly.Id: Rizki berhenti sejenak, menatap relief candi yang bercerita tentang masa lalu.En: Rizki paused for a moment, gazing at the temple reliefs that told tales of the past.Id: Ia selalu suka berkunjung ke Borobudur, tempat yang penuh kenangan.En: He always enjoyed visiting Borobudur, a place full of memories.Id: Tapi hari ini, kenangan itu lebih kuat dari biasanya.En: But today, those memories were stronger than usual.Id: Ada sesuatu yang mengusik hatinya.En: Something was unsettling his heart.Id: Sesuatu yang belum selesai.En: Something unresolved.Id: Di sebelahnya, Naila melangkah dengan semangat.En: Beside him, Naila walked energetically.Id: “Ayo, Rizki!En: "Come on, Rizki!"Id: ” serunya ceria.En: she exclaimed cheerfully.Id: “Dimas menunggu kita di sana.En: "Dimas is waiting for us up there.Id: Kita bisa lihat pemandangan dari atas!En: We can see the view from the top!"Id: ”Rizki mendengarkan suara Naila, tetapi hatinya bimbang.En: Rizki listened to Naila's voice, but his heart was conflicted.Id: Pertemuan ini tidak terduga.En: This meeting was unexpected.Id: Belum lama mereka bertiga berkumpul.En: It hadn't been long since the three of them gathered.Id: Waktu seolah membeku, dan Rizki ragu apakah dia siap menghadapi perasaannya sendiri.En: Time seemed to freeze, and Rizki was unsure if he was ready to face his own feelings.Id: Ia takut membuka diri dan kembali mengingat luka lama.En: He was afraid to open up and revisit old wounds.Id: Di puncak Borobudur, Dimas menunggu dengan sabar.En: At the top of Borobudur, Dimas waited patiently.Id: Sosoknya tenang dan bijaksana.En: His demeanor was calm and wise.Id: Ia mengerti perasaan Rizki.En: He understood Rizki's feelings.Id: Dimas juga merasa hal yang sama, masa lalu yang perlu dihadapi.En: Dimas felt the same way about the past needing to be confronted.Id: Akhirnya, Rizki menarik napas dalam-dalam.En: Finally, Rizki took a deep breath.Id: Kabut dan hujan memberi kesan damai.En: The mist and rain gave a peaceful impression.Id: Sama seperti pikirannya yang kini mulai tenang.En: Just like his mind, which was now starting to calm down.Id: “Baiklah, aku ikut.En: "Alright, I'm in," he said.Id: ”Mereka bertiga melanjutkan langkah.En: The three of them continued walking.Id: Di hamparan hijau yang mengitari candi, mereka berhenti.En: In the green expanse surrounding the temple, they stopped.Id: Di bawah perlindungan stupa-stupa megah itu, percakapan pun dimulai.En: Beneath the protection of the majestic stupas, a conversation began.Id: Rizki melihat Naila dan Dimas.En: Rizki looked at Naila and Dimas.Id: “Aku sering merasa bersalah,” katanya pelan, “atas persahabatan kita yang sempat renggang.En: "I often feel guilty," he said softly, "about how our friendship once grew distant.Id: Tapi aku selalu mengingat kenangan indah kita.En: But I always remember our beautiful memories."Id: ”Naila tersenyum lembut.En: Naila smiled gently.Id: “Rizki, kita semua berubah.En: "Rizki, we all change.Id: Tapi persahabatan sejati tak akan hilang begitu saja.En: But true friendship doesn't just disappear."Id: ”Dimas menambahkan, “Memang berat mengingat masa lalu, tapi kita di sini sekarang, bersama lagi.En: Dimas added, "It is indeed hard to remember the past, but we are here now, together again."Id: ”Keheningan sejenak menyelimuti mereka.En: A moment of silence enveloped them.Id: Hanya suara rintik hujan yang menemaninya.En: Only the sound of raindrops accompanied them.Id: Namun, keheningan itu menghangatkan.En: Yet, that silence was warming.Id: Seperti percakapan hati yang mengalir tanpa kata.En: Like a heartfelt conversation flowing without words.Id: Tanpa sadar, Rizki merasa lega.En: Without realizing it, Rizki felt relieved.Id: Rasa damai menyelimuti.En: A sense of peace enveloped him.Id: Ia menyadari bahwa membuka diri sebenarnya adalah awal dari penyembuhan.En: He realized that opening up was actually the beginning of healing.Id: Bahwa ketulusan persahabatan lebih besar dari segala ketakutan.En: That the sincerity of friendship is greater than any fear.Id: Hari itu, di bawah naungan Borobudur yang megah, Rizki menemukan kembali ikatan yang sempat hilang.En: That day, under the grand shelter of Borobudur, Rizki found the bond that was once lost.Id: Bersama Naila dan Dimas, ia menjalani petualangan baru, menelusuri lorong-lorong masa lalu dengan penuh kehangatan dan penerimaan.En: Together with Naila and Dimas, he embarked on a new adventure, exploring the corridors of the past with warmth and acceptance.Id: Ketika matahari mulai terbenam, Rizki menatap teman-temannya.En: As the sun began to set, Rizki looked at his friends.Id: “Terima kasih sudah ada untukku,” katanya tulus.En: "Thank you for being there for me," he said sincerely.Id: Naila dan Dimas tersenyum serempak.En: Naila and Dimas smiled in unison.Id: “Selalu, sahabat.En: "Always, friend."Id: ”Mereka pun berbalik, meninggalkan Borobudur dengan langkah yang lebih ringan.En: They then turned and left Borobudur with lighter steps.Id: Serta hati yang kini lebih lapang dan penuh rasa syukur.En: And hearts that were now more open and full of gratitude.Id: Borobudur bukan lagi sekadar candi.En: Borobudur was no longer just a temple.Id: Bagi mereka, tempat itu menjadi simbol perjalanan dan pertemuan kembali.En: For them, that place had become a symbol of journey and reunion.Id: Dengan semangat baru, Rizki melangkah menuju hari esok.En: With new enthusiasm, Rizki stepped into tomorrow.Id: Hari dimana persahabatan dan keberanian untuk membuka diri adalah hal paling berharga.En: A day where friendship and the courage to open up are the most valuable things. Vocabulary Words:drizzle: hujan rintik-rintikmist: kabutenveloped: menyelimutigazing: menatapreliefs: relieftales: berceritaunsettling: mengusikenergetically: dengan semangatconflicted: bimbangdemeanor: sosokwisdom: bijaksanaunresolved: belum selesaipausing: berhenti sejenaksincerity: ketulusanadventure: petualanganrevisit: mengingatexpanse: hamparanprotection: perlindunganmajestic: megahguilty: bersalahdistant: renggangremember: mengingattrue friendship: persahabatan sejatisilence: keheninganaccompanied: menemaninyawarming: menghangatkanhealing: penyembuhanbond: ikatanthreshold: lorong-loronggratitude: rasa syukur

Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Family's Rainy Resilience: Balancing Duty and Dreams Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-02-12-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Hujan turun deras di atas atap darurat rumah sakit lapangan di Palu.En: Rain poured heavily on the makeshift roof of the field hospital in Palu.Id: Suara gemuruh air menambah suasana yang penuh harapan di dalam bangunan sederhana itu.En: The thunderous sound of water added to the atmosphere of hope inside the simple building.Id: Di dalam salah satu bilik, Adi duduk di samping ayahnya, Budi, yang berbaring lemah tapi tersenyum hangat kepadanya.En: In one of the rooms, Adi sat beside his father, Budi, who lay weak but smiled warmly at him.Id: Rina, bibi Adi, tengah mengatur persediaan obat dengan cekatan namun terlihat lelah.En: Rina, Adi's aunt, was busy arranging the medical supplies skillfully, yet she looked tired.Id: Adi menghela napas.En: Adi sighed.Id: Dia menyeka rambutnya yang basah oleh hujan sebelum memulai percakapan.En: He wiped his hair, which was wet from the rain, before starting the conversation.Id: "Ayah, aku khawatir.En: "Dad, I'm worried.Id: Aku harus mendukung keluarga, tapi studi di kota juga penting.En: I need to support the family, but studying in the city is also important."Id: "Budi menatap dalam ke mata anaknya.En: Budi looked deeply into his son's eyes.Id: "Adi, pendidikanmu adalah investasi.En: "Adi, your education is an investment.Id: Kita butuh kamu untuk belajar dan kembali dengan pengetahuan.En: We need you to study and come back with knowledge.Id: Aku akan baik-baik saja di sini.En: I'll be fine here.Id: Rina ada di dekat kita.En: Rina is nearby."Id: "Rina, yang mendengar, ikut bergabung dalam percakapan.En: Rina, overhearing this, joined the conversation.Id: "Adi, jangan khawatir.En: "Adi, don't worry.Id: Aku akan memastikan ayah baik-baik saja.En: I'll make sure Dad's all right.Id: Kamu fokus saja pada studimu.En: You just focus on your studies.Id: Kita bisa atur semuanya bersama-sama.En: We can arrange everything together."Id: "Adi merasa sedikit lega, meskipun rasa bersalah tetap menghantuinya.En: Adi felt slightly relieved, although the sense of guilt still haunted him.Id: Dia menghela napas lagi, lebih pelan, lalu bertanya, "Bagaimana kalau aku tinggal beberapa hari lagi?En: He sighed again, more softly, and then asked, "What if I stay for a few more days?Id: Aku bisa atur jadwal agar bisa bolak-balik sementara.En: I can arrange a schedule to go back and forth for a while."Id: "Budi mengangguk setuju.En: Budi nodded in agreement.Id: "Itu ide yang baik.En: "That's a good idea.Id: Aku bangga padamu, Adi.En: I'm proud of you, Adi.Id: Ingatlah, keluarga tidak hanya soal berada di tempat yang sama, tapi saling mendukung dari jauh pun bisa disebut sebagai keluarga.En: Remember, family is not just about being in the same place, but supporting each other from afar can also be called family."Id: "Adi termenung.En: Adi pondered.Id: Kata-kata ayahnya memberi kekuatan dan kedewasaan baru baginya.En: His father's words gave him new strength and maturity.Id: Tinggal beberapa hari lagi di desa, Adi merancang jadwal agar bisa kembali ke kota dengan tenang.En: Staying a few more days in the village, Adi planned a schedule so he could return to the city calmly.Id: Rina pun tetap bersemangat mendukung, sementara Budi mulai menunjukkan tanda-tanda pemulihan.En: Rina was also eager to support, while Budi began to show signs of recovery.Id: Beberapa hari kemudian, hujan masih setia mengiringi keberangkatan Adi kembali ke kota.En: A few days later, the rain still faithfully accompanied Adi's departure back to the city.Id: Dengan semangat baru dan dukungan yang kuat dari keluarga, Adi merasa beban di pundaknya terasa lebih ringan.En: With renewed spirit and strong family support, Adi felt the burden on his shoulders become lighter.Id: Ia tahu, bersandar pada keluarga bukanlah tanda kelemahan, namun justru sumber kekuatan.En: He knew that relying on family was not a sign of weakness, but rather a source of strength.Id: Di dalam bus yang perlahan melaju meninggalkan Palu, Adi menatap ke luar jendela.En: Inside the bus that slowly left Palu, Adi looked out the window.Id: Pemandangan gunung yang hijau dan langit abu-abu terlukis indah di matanya.En: The view of green mountains and gray sky was beautifully painted in his eyes.Id: Ia berjanji akan kembali lagi, membawa pulang keberhasilan yang sudah direncanakannya bersama keluarga tercinta.En: He promised to return, bringing home the success he had planned with his beloved family. Vocabulary Words:makeshift: darurathospital: rumah sakitthunderous: gemuruhatmosphere: suasanahope: harapansupplies: persediaanskillfully: cekatantired: lelahconversation: percakapansupport: mendukunginvestment: investasiknowledge: pengetahuanrelieved: legaguilt: bersalahhaunted: menghantuinyapondered: termenungmaturity: kedewasaanrecovery: pemulihandeparture: keberangkatanrenewed: baruburden: bebansource: sumberweakness: kelemahanstrength: kekuatanview: pemandangansuccess: keberhasilanplanned: direncanakannyabeloved: tercintabus: buswindow: jendela