CONCORD KETENTUAN A -2

Summary

This script explains essential Indonesian grammar rules, focusing on the use of noun phrases and subject-verb agreement (konkret and concord). It introduces the concept of noun phrases, where a subject is followed by prepositions and verbs in a specific order. The script also covers subject-verb agreement, particularly with phrases like 'Edge of' and 'One of,' explaining how the verb must match singular or plural subjects based on context. Examples clarify the application of these rules in real sentences, offering an insightful approach to mastering grammar in Indonesian.

Takeaways

• 😀 Understanding noun phrases is essential when dealing with subject-verb agreement in Indonesian grammar.
• 😀 In noun phrases, the structure involves a sequence of prepositions followed by verbs or objects for clarity.
• 😀 The first rule in noun phrase construction is identifying the noun followed by the appropriate preposition.
• 😀 The subject-verb agreement rules state that when using phrases like 'one of,' the verb must remain singular even if the noun is plural.
• 😀 When a sentence involves a noun phrase, it can include multiple prepositions that should be analyzed in sequence.
• 😀 Understanding subject-verb agreement is key when using collective terms like 'each of,' 'one of,' etc.
• 😀 Indonesian sentences often feature a combination of main and subordinate clauses to create complex meaning.
• 😀 Prepositions play a crucial role in linking noun phrases to the rest of the sentence, especially when verbs follow.
• 😀 'Each of' or 'one of' constructions with plural subjects will use a singular verb to maintain subject-verb agreement.
• 😀 The use of prepositions before verbs is not just grammatical but also impacts the meaning of the sentence.
• 😀 Practical examples help solidify understanding, such as 'one of the problems faced by businessmen is the changing regulations.'

Q & A

What is the main subject of the script?

The main subject of the script is the explanation of specific rules related to concrete agreements and subject-verb agreement in English grammar.

What does 'naon' refer to in the context of the script?

'Naon' refers to a noun phrase that is part of a specific grammatical construction in the script. It is used to describe the noun and preposition combination in sentences.

What is the first rule of 'konkret' or agreement concerning noun phrases?

The first rule is that if the subject is a noun phrase (naon), the noun before the preposition influences the predicate, and the structure involves multiple prepositions followed by verbs or objects.

Can you explain how prepositions are used in the script's example sentences?

Prepositions are used to link noun phrases to verbs or objects in the sentences. For instance, in 'the increase in the source of new car,' 'in' is the first preposition followed by the noun phrase, and 'expected' is the verb phrase that follows.

What is meant by 'noun phrase' in the context of the script?

A noun phrase (naon) is a combination of a noun and its modifying words, often including prepositions, as in 'the increase in the source of new cars.'

What happens when 'naon' is followed by multiple prepositions?

When 'naon' is followed by multiple prepositions, the sentence structure requires that each preposition be followed by a noun phrase or verb, leading to a complex noun phrase structure.

What does 'konkret' refer to in the script?

'Konkret' refers to concrete agreements or specific grammatical rules related to noun phrases and subject-verb agreement, as discussed in the examples provided in the script.

How is subject-verb agreement explained with the phrase 'Edge of'?

Subject-verb agreement with 'Edge of' follows the rule that if the phrase refers to a singular subject, the verb should be singular, even if the noun is plural. For example, 'Edge of the participants' uses a singular verb.

What is the significance of 'one of' in subject-verb agreement?

'One of' indicates that a singular subject is being referred to, even though the noun might appear plural. Therefore, the verb should be singular, as demonstrated in the sentence 'One of the problems is...'

Can you explain the use of 'have' vs. 'has' in subject-verb agreement?

'Have' is used when referring to plural subjects, whereas 'has' is used for singular subjects, especially when the subject is a part of a larger group but treated as a singular entity, such as 'one of the students has...'