No. 11 in Indonesian
menjadi
"Menjadi" means "to become."
In a sentence
Dia ingin menjadi dokter.
He wants to become a doctor.
In this sentence, 'menjadi' is used to indicate a transformation or transition into a profession or role.
Semua usaha mereka akhirnya menjadi kenyataan.
All their efforts finally became reality.
Here, 'menjadi' signifies a transformation of something into a different state or reality.
Tugas saya adalah menjadi moderator dalam diskusi ini.
My task is to act as the moderator in this discussion.
In this context, 'menjadi' describes assuming a temporary role or responsibility.
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