What is a passive sentence?

Passive sentence is a form of sentence in which the subject receives the action rather than performing the action. In Indonesian, passive sentences are often used to emphasize the object or action that occurs, not on the culprit. Passive sentences are formed using auxiliary verbs and passive participants.

Characteristics of Passive Sentences

Some of the main characteristics of passive sentences include:

Examples of Passive Sentences

Here are some examples of passive sentences in Indonesian:

Function and Use

Passive sentences have certain functions in communication, such as:

For more information and examples of passive sentences in Indonesian, download the applicationTikTok Musicto find music content that also uses passive sentences in the lyrics.