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  • Dreams in the Rain: A Student's Journey to Hope

    Dreams in the Rain: A Student's Journey to Hope
    Jan 20 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Dreams in the Rain: A Student's Journey to Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-01-20-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Hujan turun deras di Yogyakarta.En: Rain poured heavily in Yogyakarta.Id: Musim hujan membuat jalanan licin dan berlumpur.En: The rainy season made the roads slippery and muddy.Id: Di SMA Negeri 5 Yogyakarta, suasana ramai.En: At SMA Negeri 5 Yogyakarta, the atmosphere was bustling.Id: Hari itu adalah hari pertemuan orang tua-guru.En: That day was the parent-teacher meeting day.Id: Dewi cemas.En: Dewi was anxious.Id: Dia berdiri di samping jendela, melihat tetesan air yang terus mengalir di kaca.En: She stood by the window, watching the raindrops continuously flowing down the glass.Id: Dewi adalah siswa kelas tiga yang rajin dan ambisius.En: Dewi was a diligent and ambitious third-year student.Id: Dia memiliki impian besar untuk kuliah di universitas ternama di Australia.En: She had big dreams of studying at a renowned university in Australia.Id: Namun, ada kekhawatiran yang menggelayuti pikirannya.En: However, worries lingered in her mind.Id: Apakah orang tuanya bisa datang hari ini?En: Could her parents come today?Id: Hujan deras dan banjir mungkin menjadi halangan.En: The heavy rain and floods might be obstacles.Id: Di sebelah ruang kelas, Pak Arif sibuk bersiap.En: Next to the classroom, Mr. Arif was busy preparing.Id: Dia adalah guru Dewi, seorang guru yang peduli dan peka terhadap murid-muridnya.En: He was Dewi's teacher, a caring and attentive teacher towards his students.Id: Tapi, dia juga memiliki tantangannya sendiri.En: But, he also had his own challenges.Id: Waktu berbicara dengan masing-masing siswa dan orang tua sangat terbatas.En: The time to speak with each student and their parents was very limited.Id: "Dewi, apa orang tuamu akan datang?En: "Dewi, are your parents coming?"Id: " tanya seorang teman sekelasnya.En: asked a classmate.Id: "Aku tidak tahu," jawab Dewi pelan.En: "I don't know," Dewi answered softly.Id: "Kalau mereka tidak bisa datang, aku akan berbicara sendiri dengan Pak Arif.En: "If they can't come, I will speak with Mr. Arif myself."Id: "Di dalam kelas, para guru sibuk menyapa orang tua yang datang.En: Inside the class, the teachers were busy greeting arriving parents.Id: Pak Arif memberikan senyum hangat kepada setiap keluarga, meskipun jadwalnya padat.En: Mr. Arif gave a warm smile to each family, despite his busy schedule.Id: Ketika giliran Dewi tiba, dia melangkah maju.En: When it was Dewi's turn, she stepped forward.Id: Hujan di luar semakin deras.En: The rain outside grew heavier.Id: "Pak Arif, aku khawatir tentang aplikasi kuliahku," ujar Dewi dengan suara bergetar.En: "Mr. Arif, I'm worried about my college application," Dewi said with a trembling voice.Id: Pak Arif mendengar dengan saksama.En: Mr. Arif listened attentively.Id: Dia tahu ini adalah momennya untuk memberikan dukungan.En: He knew this was his moment to provide support.Id: Dia memutuskan untuk memperpanjang beberapa menit.En: He decided to extend a few minutes.Id: "Bicarakan saja.En: "Just talk.Id: Apa yang membuatmu cemas?En: What is making you anxious?"Id: " tanya Pak Arif dengan lembut.En: Mr. Arif asked gently.Id: Dewi menceritakan keinginannya kuliah di Australia, tetapi dia merasa belum siap.En: Dewi shared her desire to study in Australia, but she felt unprepared.Id: Pak Arif mendengarkan dengan penuh perhatian, lalu memberikan peta jalan rinci bagaimana Dewi dapat meraih mimpinya.En: Mr. Arif listened with full attention, then provided a detailed roadmap on how Dewi could achieve her dream.Id: Dia juga memberikan informasi kontak beasiswa yang bisa membantu Dewi.En: He also provided contact information for scholarships that could help Dewi.Id: "Jangan khawatir, Dewi.En: "Don't worry, Dewi.Id: Kamu pintar dan rajin.En: You're smart and diligent.Id: Kamu bisa mencapai tujuanmu," kata Pak Arif.En: You can reach your goal," Mr. Arif said.Id: "Kita akan berjuang bersama demi impianmu.En: "We'll fight together for your dream."Id: "Dewi tersenyum, merasa lebih tenang dan percaya diri.En: Dewi smiled, feeling calmer and more confident.Id: Dia melihat keluar jendela, hujan masih deras.En: She looked out the window; the rain was still heavy.Id: Namun, di dalam hatinya kini ada sinar harapan.En: However, in her heart now, there was a ray of hope.Id: Pertemuan singkat itu memberi Dewi kekuatan baru.En: That brief meeting gave Dewi renewed strength.Id: Di akhir hari, Pak Arif merasa lelah tetapi bahagia.En: At the end of the day, Mr. Arif felt tired but happy.Id: Mendampingi Dewi dan murid lainnya mengingatkannya pada alasan dia menjadi guru.En: Supporting Dewi and the other students reminded him of the reason he became a teacher.Id: Meski ada banyak kendala, setiap langkah kecil yang dia lakukan untuk membantu mereka membuat semua jadi berarti.En: Despite the many challenges, every small step he ...
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    19 mins
  • Finding Friendship in the Shadows of Borobudur

    Finding Friendship in the Shadows of Borobudur
    Jan 19 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: Finding Friendship in the Shadows of Borobudur Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-01-19-23-34-02-id Story Transcript:Id: Di tengah masa hujan yang lembap di Yogyakarta, Candi Borobudur berdiri megah dengan ukiran batu yang rumit.En: In the midst of the humid rainy season in Yogyakarta, Candi Borobudur stands majestically with its intricate stone carvings.Id: Angin sepoi-sepoi membawa aroma hujan yang baru saja turun, segar dan menenangkan.En: A gentle breeze carries the scent of the newly fallen rain, fresh and calming.Id: Di tempat yang penuh sejarah ini, Dewi, seorang pecinta sejarah, tampak antusias mengikuti tur bersama sekelompok wisatawan lainnya.En: In this place full of history, Dewi, a history enthusiast, looks eager as she follows a tour with a group of other tourists.Id: Dia haus akan pengetahuan tentang arsitektur kuno Jawa.En: She thirsts for knowledge about ancient Javanese architecture.Id: Di sisi lain, Rahayu, pemandu wisata lokal, berkeliaran di antara wisatawan, menceritakan kisah-kisah masa lalu dengan semangat.En: On the other side, Rahayu, a local tour guide, mingles among the tourists, telling stories of the past with enthusiasm.Id: Dewi terkesima mendengar penuturan Rahayu yang penuh dedikasi.En: Dewi is enthralled by Rahayu's dedicated storytelling.Id: Namun, dia merasa bahwa banyak orang di kelompok itu tidak cukup menghargai nilai sejarah tempat tersebut.En: However, she feels that many people in the group do not adequately appreciate the historical value of the place.Id: Di tengah ringannya percakapan, Iman, seorang turis yang tampak agak teralihkan, tertarik melihat sikap Dewi yang penuh perhatian.En: Amidst the light conversation, Iman, a tourist who seems somewhat distracted, is drawn to Dewi's attentive demeanor.Id: Saat tur berlangsung, Dewi memutuskan untuk tinggal lebih lama setelah teman-teman sekelompoknya pergi.En: As the tour progresses, Dewi decides to stay a bit longer after her group mates leave.Id: Dia punya banyak pertanyaan yang belum terjawab.En: She has many unanswered questions.Id: Rahayu melihat ketertarikan Dewi.En: Rahayu notices Dewi's interest.Id: Dengan senyum hangat, Rahayu memutuskan untuk berbagi cerita unik tentang ukiran di dinding candi, sesuatu yang jarang didengar pengunjung.En: With a warm smile, Rahayu decides to share a unique story about the temple's wall carvings, something visitors rarely hear.Id: "Ukiran ini menceritakan perjalanan Sidhartha Gautama sebelum mencapai pencerahan," jelas Rahayu sambil menunjuk dengan lembut ke salah satu relief.En: "These carvings tell the journey of Sidhartha Gautama before reaching enlightenment," explains Rahayu, gently pointing to one of the reliefs.Id: Mata Dewi berbinar.En: Dewi's eyes sparkle.Id: "Saya selalu ingin tahu lebih dalam tentang ini," katanya penuh rasa ingin tahu.En: "I've always wanted to know more about this," she says with curiosity.Id: Tiba-tiba, hujan turun deras.En: Suddenly, rain pours heavily.Id: Dewi dan Rahayu bergegas mencari perlindungan di bawah paviliun terdekat.En: Dewi and Rahayu rush to find shelter under a nearby pavilion.Id: Mereka mengobrol hangat di sana, saling bertukar cerita dan cita-cita.En: They chat warmly there, exchanging stories and aspirations.Id: Keduanya menemukan bahwa mereka sama-sama mencintai Borobudur dan sejarahnya yang kaya.En: They both discover that they share a love for Borobudur and its rich history.Id: Rahayu senang akhirnya menemukan seseorang yang menghargai ceritanya, sedangkan Dewi merasakan koneksi yang selama ini ia cari.En: Rahayu is delighted to finally find someone who appreciates her stories, while Dewi feels a connection she has been searching for.Id: Ketika hujan mulai reda, Dewi dan Rahayu melanjutkan obrolan mereka, lebih seperti teman lama yang baru bertemu kembali.En: As the rain begins to subside, Dewi and Rahayu continue their conversation, more like old friends reuniting.Id: "Besok, ikut tur lagi sama saya, ya," ajak Rahayu dengan senyum tulus.En: "Tomorrow, join my tour again, okay?" invites Rahayu with a sincere smile.Id: Dewi mengangguk, merasa sudah menemukan sahabat yang memahami jiwanya.En: Dewi nods, feeling like she has found a friend who understands her soul.Id: Saat mereka berpisah, Dewi tidak hanya mendapatkan pengetahuan baru, tetapi juga sahabat baru yang berbagi rasa cinta pada Borobudur.En: As they part ways, Dewi not only gains new knowledge but also a new friend who shares a love for Borobudur.Id: Keduanya melangkah pergi, meninggalkan candi dengan janji untuk bertemu kembali di antara keindahan ukiran batu dan sejarah yang hidup.En: They both walk away from the temple, leaving with a promise to meet again amidst the beauty of the stone carvings and living history.Id: Dengan demikian, ukuran candi tidak hanya mengajarkan sejarah, tetapi juga membuka jalan bagi persahabatan yang berharga.En: Thus, the grandeur of the ...
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    18 mins
  • From Night Market to Dream Fabric: Dewi's Batik Journey

    From Night Market to Dream Fabric: Dewi's Batik Journey
    Jan 19 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Indonesian: From Night Market to Dream Fabric: Dewi's Batik Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/id/episode/2026-01-19-08-38-20-id Story Transcript:Id: Pasar Malam sedang ramai.En: The Pasar Malam was bustling.Id: Lampu-lampu berwarna-warni menerangi malam musim panas.En: Colorful lights illuminated the summer night.Id: Bau makanan jalanan dan dupa tercium di mana-mana.En: The smell of street food and incense was everywhere.Id: Suara orang-orang yang tawar menawar menambah suasana.En: The sound of people bargaining added to the atmosphere.Id: Di antara keramaian ini, Dewi berjalan dengan semangat.En: Among this crowd, Dewi walked with enthusiasm.Id: Dewi memiliki impian.En: Dewi had a dream.Id: Dia ingin memulai lini pakaian batik.En: She wanted to start a batik clothing line.Id: Namun, itu tak mudah.En: However, it wasn't easy.Id: Dibutuhkan kain batik yang unik sebagai inspirasi.En: She needed unique batik fabric as inspiration.Id: Dewi berhenti di salah satu kios.En: Dewi stopped at one of the stalls.Id: Kios itu milik Made, penjual kain yang terkenal.En: The stall belonged to Made, a famous fabric seller.Id: Made tahu banyak tentang kain tradisional.En: Made knew a lot about traditional fabrics.Id: Mata Dewi tertuju pada sehelai kain batik.En: Dewi's eyes were drawn to a piece of batik fabric.Id: Motifnya indah.En: Its motif was beautiful.Id: Warna-warnanya berpadu sempurna.En: The colors blended perfectly.Id: "Berapa harga kain ini, Pak Made?En: "How much is this fabric, Pak Made?"Id: " tanya Dewi, matanya berbinar.En: asked Dewi, her eyes sparkling.Id: "Itu kain istimewa.En: "That is a special fabric.Id: Yang ini empat ratus ribu," jawab Made dengan senyum ramah.En: This one is four hundred thousand," replied Made with a friendly smile.Id: Hati Dewi bergetar.En: Dewi's heart trembled.Id: Harga itu melebihi anggarannya.En: The price exceeded her budget.Id: Namun, dia tahu ini kain yang tepat.En: However, she knew this was the right fabric.Id: Saat Dewi berpikir, seorang pembeli lain datang.En: As Dewi was thinking, another buyer came.Id: Orang itu juga tertarik dengan kain yang sama.En: That person was also interested in the same fabric.Id: Dewi harus bertindak cepat.En: Dewi had to act quickly.Id: Dia mendekati Made dan berkata, "Pak Made, kain ini sangat berarti bagi saya.En: She approached Made and said, "This fabric means a lot to me, Pak Made.Id: Saya punya beberapa desain awal pakaian saya.En: I have some initial designs for my clothes.Id: Bolehkah saya tunjukkan?En: May I show you?"Id: "Made terkesan melihat desain Dewi.En: Made was impressed by Dewi's designs.Id: Gambar-gambar itu menunjukkan potensi dan keunikan.En: The drawings showed potential and uniqueness.Id: "Kamu berbakat, Dewi," katanya sambil mengangguk.En: "You are talented, Dewi," he said, nodding.Id: Dewi merasa sedikit lega.En: Dewi felt a bit relieved.Id: Namun, masalah belum selesai.En: However, the problem wasn't over.Id: Dia harus mendapatkan kain itu.En: She had to get that fabric.Id: "Bagaimana kalau kita buat kesepakatan, Pak Made?En: "How about we make a deal, Pak Made?Id: Saya bisa bayar dengan cicilan.En: I can pay in installments."Id: "Made berpikir sejenak.En: Made thought for a moment.Id: Dia tahu kain itu berharga, tetapi dia juga melihat semangat Dewi.En: He knew the fabric was valuable, but he also saw Dewi's passion.Id: "Baiklah, saya setuju.En: "Alright, I agree.Id: Kamu bisa bayar dengan cicilan.En: You can pay in installments.Id: Kain ini milikmu.En: The fabric is yours."Id: "Dewi tersenyum lebar.En: Dewi beamed widely.Id: "Terima kasih banyak, Pak Made.En: "Thank you so much, Pak Made.Id: Saya janji tidak akan mengecewakan Anda.En: I promise not to disappoint you."Id: "Kini Dewi lebih percaya diri.En: Now Dewi felt more confident.Id: Dia berhasil mendapatkan bahan impian dan belajar cara bernegosiasi.En: She managed to get her dream material and learned how to negotiate.Id: Dewi pulang dari pasar malam dengan hati yang penuh harapan, siap melanjutkan mimpinya mengejar dunia fashion batik.En: Dewi went home from the pasar malam with a heart full of hope, ready to continue pursuing her dream in the world of batik fashion.Id: Kisahnya baru saja dimulai.En: Her story had just begun. Vocabulary Words:bustling: ramaiilluminated: menerangiincense: dupabargaining: tawar menawarenthusiasm: semangatstall: kiosfabric: kainmotif: motifblended: berpadusparkling: berbinartrembled: bergetarbudget: anggaraninitial: awalimpressed: terkesanpotential: potensiuniqueness: keunikantalented: berbakatrelieved: legainstallments: cicilanvaluable: berhargapassion: semangatbeamed: tersenyumconfident: percaya diripursuing: mengejardream: impianseller: penjualdeal: kesepakatanunique: unikhope: harapannegotiation: bernegosiasi
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    16 mins
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