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Present perfect tense Exercises in Malay language
The present perfect tense in Malay is a crucial aspect of mastering the language, as it allows speakers to describe actions that have been completed at some point in the past but are relevant to the present. Understanding and using the present perfect tense correctly can significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Malay. This tense often employs the auxiliary verb "telah" or "sudah," followed by the base form of the verb. For example, "Saya telah makan" translates to "I have eaten," indicating that the action of eating was completed in the past but still holds relevance.
Grammar exercises focused on the present perfect tense will help you grasp the nuances of its usage, including when and how to properly employ "telah" and "sudah." By practicing with various sentences and contexts, you will develop a more intuitive understanding of how to convey past actions with present significance in Malay. These exercises will not only reinforce your grammatical skills but also expand your vocabulary and improve your overall fluency. So, let's dive into these exercises and take your Malay language proficiency to the next level!
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ali *telah membaca* buku itu (verb for reading).</p>
<p>2. Mereka *telah pergi* ke pasar malam (verb for going).</p>
<p>3. Saya *telah makan* nasi lemak tadi (verb for eating).</p>
<p>4. Siti *telah menulis* surat kepada kawannya (verb for writing).</p>
<p>5. Kami *telah belajar* bahasa Inggeris sejak tahun lepas (verb for learning).</p>
<p>6. Dia *telah membeli* baju baru semalam (verb for buying).</p>
<p>7. Kita *telah menonton* filem itu bersama-sama (verb for watching).</p>
<p>8. Adik saya *telah tidur* sejak petang tadi (verb for sleeping).</p>
<p>9. Mereka *telah bermain* bola sepak di padang (verb for playing).</p>
<p>10. Saya *telah mengemas* bilik saya pagi tadi (verb for cleaning).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Saya *telah membaca* buku itu (verb for reading).</p>
<p>2. Mereka *telah makan* tengah hari bersama (verb for eating).</p>
<p>3. Kami *telah menonton* filem itu semalam (verb for watching).</p>
<p>4. Dia *telah pergi* ke sekolah pagi tadi (verb for going).</p>
<p>5. Saya *telah membeli* hadiah untuk awak (verb for buying).</p>
<p>6. Mereka *telah belajar* bahasa Melayu selama setahun (verb for studying).</p>
<p>7. Dia *telah menulis* surat kepada ibunya (verb for writing).</p>
<p>8. Kami *telah melawat* muzium itu minggu lepas (verb for visiting).</p>
<p>9. Saya *telah menerima* panggilan daripada dia (verb for receiving).</p>
<p>10. Mereka *telah mengemas* bilik mereka (verb for cleaning).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Saya *telah makan* nasi lemak (verb for eating).</p>
<p>2. Mereka *telah pergi* ke sekolah (verb for going).</p>
<p>3. Kami *telah menonton* filem itu semalam (verb for watching).</p>
<p>4. Dia *telah membaca* buku yang baru dibeli (verb for reading).</p>
<p>5. Saya *telah menulis* surat kepada ibu (verb for writing).</p>
<p>6. Kamu *telah belajar* bahasa Inggeris selama dua tahun (verb for studying).</p>
<p>7. Mereka *telah bermain* bola sepak di padang (verb for playing).</p>
<p>8. Dia *telah membeli* baju baru di pasar (verb for buying).</p>
<p>9. Kami *telah mendengar* lagu itu di radio (verb for listening).</p>
<p>10. Saya *telah bercakap* dengan guru tentang projek itu (verb for talking).</p>