dari sudut yang lain
Another Perspective
Dari sudut yang lain means "from another perspective" or "on the other hand." It is a formal connector used to shift the focus to a different angle of an issue.
How It Works
The phrase dari sudut yang lain is a fixed expression used to transition between ideas.
- Function: It introduces a new dimension to a topic. While it can be used for contrast (like "however"), it is more often used to add a complementary viewpoint that provides a more holistic understanding.
- Position: It almost always appears at the beginning of a sentence or paragraph, followed by a comma.
- Emphasis: It is frequently paired with the particle pula (Dari sudut yang lain pula...) to further emphasize the shift in perspective.
- Register: This is a high-level formal expression. In casual conversation, speakers are more likely to use simpler words like tapi (but) or ikutkan (if you consider).
Grammatically, it uses the preposition dari because "sudut" (angle/corner) is treated as a metaphorical direction or point of origin.
Examples (4)
- Dari sudut yang lain, penggunaan teknologi dalam kelas dapat meningkatkan minat murid untuk belajar.
From another perspective, the use of technology in class can increase students' interest in learning.
Word by Word: From angle that other, use technology in class can increase interest student for study.
Here, the phrase introduces a positive aspect of technology, likely following a discussion of its drawbacks.
- Walaupun projek ini memerlukan kos yang tinggi, namun jika dilihat dari sudut yang lain, ia akan membawa keuntungan jangka panjang.
Although this project requires high costs, if viewed from another angle, it will bring long-term benefits.
Word by Word: Although project this require cost that high, however if seen from angle that other, it will bring profit long period.
This shows the phrase integrated into a complex sentence using walaupun to balance cost against benefit.
- Dari sudut yang lain pula, kita harus mempertimbangkan kesan pembangunan ini terhadap alam sekitar.
On the other hand, we must consider the impact of this development on the environment.
Word by Word: From angle that other also, we must consider impact development this towards nature environment.
The addition of 'pula' adds emphasis to the shift toward a new topic (the environment).
- Dari sudut yang lain, dasar ini mungkin membebankan golongan berpendapatan rendah.
From another perspective, this policy might burden the low-income group.
Word by Word: From angle that other, policy this might burden group income low.
Used here to introduce a potential negative consequence or a social perspective on a policy.
Common Mistakes
Using 'daripada' instead of 'dari'.
Daripada sudut yang lain, hal ini penting.Dari sudut yang lain, hal ini penting.Learners often use 'daripada' because the concept is abstract. However, standard Malay treats 'sudut' (angle) as a metaphorical direction, requiring dari.
Both versions are fine: 'Namun' adds a contrast with the previous point.
Different MeaningNamun, dari sudut yang lain...Dari sudut yang lain...'Namun, dari sudut yang lain ...' contrasts with what was just said. 'Dari sudut yang lain ...' only adds another angle. Choose the one that fits.
How It Connects
Learn This First
To understand 'dari sudut yang lain', a learner needs to know how to use the preposition 'dari' for source/origin and how 'yang' functions to connect a noun ('sudut') to an adjective ('lain') to specify which 'angle' or 'perspective' is being discussed.
- dariSource with Dari
The pattern begins with the preposition 'dari', which indicates the source or origin of the perspective.
Level 1 - yang + AdjectiveSelecting by a Property
The phrase 'yang lain' (the other/another) is a specific construction where 'yang' is used to select a property, in this case, 'otherness'.
Level 2
Related Patterns
- namunSentence-level Contrast with Namun
Another formal sentence-level connector used for contrast, though 'dari sudut yang lain' is broader in scope.
Level 4 - dari segiIn Terms of
A very similar expression meaning 'in terms of' or 'from the aspect of'.
Level 5 - walaupunConcession with Walaupun
Often used in the same paragraph to create balanced, concessive arguments.
Level 2 - punAdditive Pun
Related to the use of 'pula' for adding emphasis to a new point in a discussion.
Level 3 - makaFormal Result with Maka
Another formal discourse marker used to show logical results, often appearing in the same high-level register.
Level 2
Words in This Pattern
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