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An Apartment in Jakarta

Sebuah Apartemen di Jakarta

Sinta tinggal di sebuah apartemen kecil di Jakarta. Apartemen itu berada di lantai tujuh, dekat halte bus dan warung makan. Kamar tidurnya sederhana, ada tempat tidur, lemari, dan kipas angin. Ruang tamu terang, ada sofa abu abu, meja kecil, dan televisi. Dapur bersih, Sinta memasak nasi, mie, dan sayur. Dari balkon, ia melihat jalan ramai, gedung tinggi, dan langit biru. Setiap pagi, ia membuka jendela, udara masuk, lalu ia menyiram tanaman. Malam hari, ia menutup tirai dan membaca buku. Tetangga ramah, sering menyapa di lift. Sinta merasa nyaman, aman, dan senang tinggal di apartemen itu.

English Translation

Sinta lives in a small apartment in Jakarta. The apartment is on the seventh floor, near a bus stop and a food stall. Her bedroom is simple; there is a bed, a closet, and a fan. The living room is bright; there is a gray sofa, a small table, and a television. The kitchen is clean; Sinta cooks rice, noodles, and vegetables. From the balcony, she sees a busy street, tall buildings, and blue sky. Every morning, she opens the window, air comes in, then she waters the plants. At night, she closes the curtains and reads a book. Neighbors are friendly, often greeting in the elevator. Sinta feels comfortable, safe, and happy living in that apartment.