RUMUS PASSIVE VOICE DALAM BAHASA INGGRIS

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will explore the concept of passive voice in English, making it easier for you to understand and apply it in your writing and speaking. The passive voice is an essential grammatical structure that allows you to shift focus from the doer of the action to the action itself or the recipient of the action. Let's break down the rules and provide some practical tips for mastering passive voice.

Step 1: Understanding Passive Voice

Passive voice is formed when the focus is on the action or the recipient of the action rather than who or what is performing the action. Here’s how to identify it:

• The structure typically includes a form of the verb "to be" combined with the past participle of the main verb.
• Example:
  • Active: "The chef cooks the meal."
  • Passive: "The meal is cooked by the chef."

Key Components

• Subject: The receiver of the action.
• Verb: A form of "to be" + past participle.
• Agent (optional): The doer of the action introduced by "by."

Step 2: Forming Passive Voice

To form the passive voice, follow these steps:

1. Identify the object of the active sentence.
2. Move the object to the beginning of the sentence to become the subject of the passive sentence.
3. Use the correct form of "to be" based on the tense of the active verb.
4. Add the past participle of the main verb.
5. Optionally, include the agent with "by."

Examples by Tense

• Present Simple:

  • Active: "She writes a letter."
  • Passive: "A letter is written by her."

• Past Simple:

  • Active: "They completed the project."
  • Passive: "The project was completed by them."

• Future Simple:

  • Active: "He will finish the report."
  • Passive: "The report will be finished by him."

Step 3: Recognizing When to Use Passive Voice

Use passive voice in the following situations:

• When the doer is unknown or irrelevant.
• When you want to emphasize the action or the recipient of the action rather than the doer.
• In formal writing, such as scientific reports or academic papers, where objectivity is required.

Common Pitfalls

• Avoid overusing the passive voice, as it can make writing less direct and harder to read.
• Ensure that the verb tense is consistent when converting to passive voice.

Step 4: Practicing Passive Voice

To master passive voice, practice transforming sentences. Here are steps to follow:

1. Write sentences in active voice.
2. Identify the object and convert it into the subject.
3. Change the active verb to passive structure.
4. Review and revise your sentences for clarity and correctness.

Practice Example

• Active: "The students will take the exam."
• Transform to Passive:
  • Identify the object: "the exam."
  • New subject: "The exam."
  • Passive form: "The exam will be taken by the students."

Conclusion

Understanding and using passive voice can enhance your English language skills significantly. By following the steps outlined above, you can confidently transform sentences from active to passive voice and know when to use each form appropriately. Practice regularly to solidify your understanding, and consider integrating passive voice in your writing for greater variety and emphasis. Happy learning!