Recount Text:

Definisi, Struktur, Jenis-Jenis, dan Contohnya

recount text adalah teks yang menceritakan kembali kejadian atau peristiwa
di masa lampau. Cerita tersebut dapat berupa aksi atau aktivitas sebelum
seseorang menuliskan teks.
recount text is a text which retells events or experiences in the past. .

Tujuan Recount Text (Purpose of Recount Text)

1. Memberikan informasi pada pembaca

Recount text dapat digunakan untuk memberikan informasi tentang suatu kejadian atau
pengalaman di masa lalu pada orang lain. Dalam hal ini, informasi tersebut bisa berupa laporan
perjalanan, pengalaman pribadi, atau laporan tentang suatu acara.
2. Menghibur pembaca
Seperti kebanyakan teks lain, recount text juga berfungsi untuk menghibur pembaca. Pasalnya,
jenis teks bahasa Inggris yang satu ini umumnya ditulis untuk menceritakan sesuatu yang
menyenangkan.
3. Merefleksikan suatu hal
Dalam beberapa kasus, teks recount bisa dijadikan sebagai media untuk merefleksikan dan
menganalisis peristiwa atau pengalaman tertentu. Inilah alasan mengapa diary dan jurnal pribadi
termasuk sebagai recount text.
4. Mendokumentasikan pengalaman penting
Selain melalui foto dan video, kamu juga dapat mengabadikan pengalaman penting di masa lalu
melalui teks recount.
5. Mempelajari sejarah
Dalam konteks pendidikan, recount text sering digunakan untuk mempelajari dan memahami
peristiwa sejarah.

Generic Structure of Recount Text (Struktur

Recount Text)

Generic structure of recount text ada tiga, yaitu orientation berupa

pengenalan, series of event yang berisi rangkaian cerita, serta re-
orientation yang menuangkan rangkuman dan ending dari keseluruhan isi
cerita.
1. Orientation
artinya orientasi alias pengenalan.
isi dari orientation adalah informasi mengenai tokoh atau karakter, lokasi,
waktu kejadian, etc.
Melalui orientation, harapannya pembaca dapat memahami jalan/alur cerita dari penulis.
Contoh orientation dalam recount text:
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to go on a vacation to one of my
dream countries, Turkey. I went there with my husband. We departed from
Soekarno-Hatta Airport in Tangerang. We had a very long flight for around
12 hours by Turkish Airlines and we landed at Istanbul Airport, Istanbul.

2. Series of Events
event adalah kejadian, sedangkan series berarti rangkaian.
Dalam bagian ini, penulis akan menuliskan rangkaian mengenai
peristiwa/kejadian yang mereka alami (inti dari recount text).
Selain itu, biasanya para author mengungkapkan personal remarks on the events, alias
pernyataan pribadi mengenai cerita yang ditulis. Contoh paragrafnya seperti ini:
On the first day, due to exhaustion, we just stayed at the hotel near Hagia
Sophia to rest. The next day, we left for Taksim to visit one of the popular
destinations, Galata Tower. We saw a lot of shopping centers and local
authentic cafes there. After that, we visited one of the Malaysian restaurants
that I really wanted to visit in the Blue Mosque area.
3. Re-orientation
Dalam membuat recount text, akhir dari sebuah cerita disebut dengan re-
orientation.
Pada bagian ini, penulis akan menuangkan rangkuman dan kesimpulan dari
keseluruhan cerita sekaligus memberitahu ending-nya (sad/happy).
Jika ada, author juga akan menambahkan kesan dan pesan untuk pembaca. Contoh
sederhana dari re-orientation:
A trip to Turkey a few years ago was an experience I will never forget for the
rest of my life. The bonus, two weeks after arriving in Indonesia, God trusts
us to have the child. We think that having quality time with a partner is very
important.

Ciri-Ciri Recount Text (Characteristics of Recount

Text)
Recount text memiliki dua ciri utama, yaitu:
1. Dalam recount text tidak ada konflik yang diceritakan oleh penulis, berbeda
dengan teks naratif bahasa Inggris yang memiliki conflict pada strukturnya.
2. Selalu ada urutan cerita secara kronologis, misal ada cerita di hari pertama, hari
kedua, dan seterusnya.
Language Features of Recount Text (Kaidah
Kebahasaan Recount Text)

1. Using simple past tense

dalam recount text bahasa inggris, sebagian besar cerita diisi menggunakan kalimat simple
past tense untuk menunjukkan aktivitas di masa lampau.
Pola kalimatnya terbagi menjadi dua, yaitu ada verbal sentence dengan rumus subject +
verb 2 + complement dan nominal sentence yang rumusnya subject + be +
complement. Kalau lupa, cek lagi artikel Simple Past Tense: Pengertian, Rumus,
Fungsi, dan Contoh Kalimat ya!
Ini contoh kalimatnya:
Last week, my friends and I went to Jogja.
(Minggu lalu, saya dan teman-teman pergi ke Jogja.)
Went merupakan bentuk simple past tense dari go.
2. Using specific participant
Recount text juga erat hubungannya dengan specific participant, yaitu sesuatu
yang memiliki objek tertentu, tidak bersifat umum, dan unik (hanya ada
satu).
Contohnya antara lain Istanbul Airport, Borobudur Temple, Muara Angke, Geusan
Ulun Museum, etc.
3. Using personal participant
Personal participant contohnya seperti I, my group, my friends, my husband, etc.
Dalam recount text, biasanya personal participant akan muncul di
bagian orientation sebagai pengenalan tokoh ataupun karakter dalam cerita.
4. Using action verb
Mengutip dari artikel 11 Tipe Kata Kerja Bahasa Inggris (Verb) Beserta Contohnya,
action verb adalah kata kerja yang merujuk pada tindakan yang kamu lakukan dan bisa terlihat
oleh orang lain. Verb ini dikenal juga dengan dynamic verb. Contoh kalimatnya:
First, we visited Parangtritis beach.
(Pertama, kami mengunjungi pantai Parangtritis.)
Visited adalah kata kerja yang bisa terlihat oleh orang lain.
5. Using linking verb
Masih soal kata kerja, sebagai teks yang menceritakan rangkaian peristiwa tentu tak lepas
dari linking verb, yaitu kata kerja yang menghubungkan antara subjek dan
keterangan.
Tapi, yang harus digarisbawahi adalah, linking verb digunakan untuk memberi
keterangan deskriptif dan identitas dari subjek. Jadi, bukan merujuk pada
tindakan yang dilakukan oleh subjek.
Beberapa contoh yang termasuk linking verb adalah be, become, seem,
appear, grow. Be terdiri dari is, am, dan are untuk simple present tense. Sementara
itu, yang berlaku pada recount text adalah bentuk simple past tense–nya,
yaitu was dan were. Contoh kalimatnya:
Yesterday, I was busy towards the end of the month and I had to work late.
(Kemarin, saya sibuk menjelang akhir bulan dan saya harus bekerja lembur.)
Di sana, was berfungsi untuk menghubungkan antara I dan busy towards the end of the
month.

6. Using chronological connection/sequence connective

Chronological connection atau yang dikenal juga sebagai chronological
connector/connector of sequence adalah kata sambung yang digunakan
untuk menyatakan urutan terjadinya peristiwa. Tentunya kaidah ini sejalan dengan
definisi dari recount text itu sendiri.
Chronological connector berguna untuk menyatakan aktivitas yang terjadi
lebih dulu dan mana yang terjadi selanjutnya. Kata sambung ini memudahkan
pembaca untuk memahami urutan peristiwa secara keseluruhan.
Contoh chronological connector adalah then, next, in the end, in addition, dan lain
sebagainya. Perhatikan contoh berikut ini:
We looked around in that Zoo, and also took pictures of those animals. Then, we felt
hungry, so we went to a restaurant.
(Kami melihat-lihat di Kebun Binatang itu, dan juga memotret binatang-binatang itu. Kemudian,
kami merasa lapar, jadi kami pergi ke restoran.)
7. Using conjunction
Conjunction adalah bagian dari part of speech yang tugasnya
adalah menghubungkan dua kata, frasa, atau kalimat.
Contoh-contoh conjunction dalam recount text adalah and, or, until, although,
while, but, and many more. Begini jika diaplikasikan dalam kalimat:
One of my friends warned me that Samyang was very spicy, but I didn’t want to listen
to her.
(Salah satu teman saya memperingatkan saya bahwa Samyang sangat pedas, tetapi saya tidak
mau mendengarkannya.)
8. Using adverbs
Secara sederhana, adverbs adalah kata keterangan. Ia memberikan lebih banyak
informasi atau mendeskripsikan lebih detail dari kata kerja, kata sifat, dan
kata lainnya.
Contohnya adalah extremely, carefully, slowly, etc. Kalau dalam kalimat, contohnya adalah:
She walked carefully.
(Dia berjalan dengan hati-hati.)
Carefully berperan untuk menerangkan kata kerja walked.
9. Using adverb(ial) phrase
Adverbial phrase adalah frasa yang bersifat adverb, alias frasa yang
fungsinya menjelaskan.
adverb adalah bagian kalimat yang fungsinya menjelaskan keseluruhan
kalimat, verb, adjective, atau adverb lain.
adverbial phrase adalah bagian dari adverb, tapi nggak selalu satu kata dan biasanya
merupakan bagian dari klausa atau frasa.
Adverbial phrase itu sendiri jenisnya beragam, tapi yang paling banyak digunakan dalam
teks recount adalah adverb phrase of time dan adverb phrase of place yang
berfungsi untuk menerangkan waktu dan tempat kejadian.
Yuk, simak baik-baik contoh di bawah ini:
 Adverb phrase of time: Camelia found her book in the classroom. (Camelia
menemukan bukunya di kelas.)
 Adverb phrase of place: My team won the volleyball tournament last week. (Tim
saya memenangkan turnamen bola voli minggu lalu.)
10. Using time connectives and sequence connective
connectives ini adalah kata atau frasa yang menghubungkan bagian kata,
frasa, klausa atau kalimat. Kalau kamu lihat lagi di point nomor 6 dan 7,
mereka adalah bagian dari connectives. Adapun time connectives contohnya
adalah in the meantime, the next day, dsb.
Selain itu, ada juga sequence connective untuk mengurutkan sebuah
informasi berdasarkan langkahnya. Contoh: before, after, then, first, second, third,
finally, at last.

Macam-Macam Recount Text (Types of Recount

Text)

Jenis recount text terdiri dari personal recount, factual recount, imaginative
recount, serta historical recount. Berikut penjelasannya:
1. Personal Recount Text
Personal recount text adalah salah satu jenis teks yang bertujuan untuk
menceritakan mengenai pengalaman pribadi penulis. Personal recount adalah
jenis paling umum yang sering ditemukan dalam penulisan recount.
2. Factual Recount Text
Sudah pernah dengar jenis teks ini? Factual recount text merupakan cerita untuk
menyajikan laporan terkait peristiwa yang terjadi berdasarkan fakta (benar-
benar terjadi).
Jadi, ini tidak terpaku pada kejadian personal, bisa juga kejadian orang lain. Contohnya seperti
laporan mengenai percobaan sains a.k.a ilmu pengetahuan ataupun laporan kepolisian.

3. Imaginative Recount Text

Bukan cuma teks naratif, recount text juga memiliki jenis imaginative. Imaginative
recount adalah teks yang biasa digunakan seseorang sebagai cerita dari
peristiwa imajinatif yang dialami oleh seseorang.
Contohnya recount text yang menceritakan pengalaman penulis mengenai khayalan yang ia
dapat dari mimpi.

4. Historical Recount Text

Historical recount text adalah bentuk recount text yang isinya menceritakan
peristiwa sejarah. Intinya, teks ini adalah cerita sejarah dalam bahasa Inggris. Eits, tapi
bedakan dengan narrative ya.
Kalau di narrative, sifatnya adalah khayalan. Sementara itu dalam recount text, sejarah yang
diceritakan memang benar-benar terjadi di masa lampau. Contohnya tentang proklamasi
kemerdekaan Indonesia.

Contoh Recount Text dalam Bahasa Inggris

Berikut berbagai contoh judul teks recount:
1. Summer Vacation in Bali
2. My First Time Riding a Bike
3. Experience in an English Debate Competition
4. An Amazing Journey to the Summit of Everest
5. When I Met My Idol
6. Valuable Lessons from My First Business Failure
7. First Day of School in America
8. Memorable Moments at a Rock Music Concert
9. Scuba Diving Experience in Raja Ampat Island
10. A Spiritual Journey to Mecca for Hajj

Examples of Recount Text (Contoh Recount Text)

Last but not least, ini dia beberapa contoh teks recount bahasa Inggris yang bisa kamu baca
dan pelajari dengan lebih detail:

Contoh Personal Recount Text Singkat Tentang Liburan

 A Trip to the National Zoo and Aquarium
Yesterday, my family and I went to the National Zoo and Aquarium to visit the new
Snow Cubs and the other animals. In the morning, when we got to the Zoo and
Aquarium there was a great big line, so we had to wait awhile to get in.
After we entered the zoo, we went straight to the enclosure for the Snow Cubs. My
brother and I were so excited to see them. They were so cute and playful. At lunchtime
Dad decided to cook a bbq. He cooked sausages so we could have sausage
sandwiches. My Mom forgot the tomato sauce so we had to eat them plain. In the
afternoon, we visited the aquarium. My brother was excited to see the sharks and the
tropical fish. At the end of the day when we left we were going to go and get ice cream
but we decided we were too tired so we drove straight home, but of course I was very
happy.

Personal Recount Text Mengikuti Lomba

A Memorable Choir Competition in Thailand
Last year, my school choir team and I had an unforgettable opportunity to participate
in an international choir competition held in Bangkok, Thailand. It was a thrilling
experience that I will always cherish.
We began our journey with rigorous training and rehearsals in our school for months.
Under the guidance of our dedicated choir master, we improved our vocal abilities and
learned a wide range of songs in various languages, including a beautiful traditional
Thai song.
Upon arriving in Bangkok, we were captivated by the city’s vibrant culture and
welcoming people. Despite the nerves, we managed to enjoy sightseeing and tasting
delicious Thai cuisine.
The competition day was intense. Choirs from various countries showcased their
talent, and the level of competition was high. The grand auditorium was filled with
anticipation and the harmonious melodies of different songs echoed throughout the
room.
When it was our turn, I remember feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. We
walked on the stage, took a deep breath, and began to sing. Our voices soared
through the auditorium, harmonizing and hitting every note perfectly. The Thai song
we had practiced so diligently was met with applause and appreciation from the
audience.
Although we didn’t win the first prize, the experience was rewarding. We received
commendable feedback from the judges and a thunderous applause from the
audience. The trip taught us about teamwork, resilience, and the beauty of music that
transcends language barriers. Participating in the choir competition in Thailand was
truly a memorable experience.

Contoh Factual Recount Text

Empowering Underprivileged Children Through Technology on Children’s Day
1999
On Children’s Day in 1999, a technology company treated more than 200
underprivileged children to a ‘high-tech’ experience. They were given training on
information technology. The company wanted to provide opportunities for these
children to learn more about the Internet and the latest technology. They wanted to
help the less fortunate in the community.
The children had an enjoyable and educational experience that day. They were
exposed to the new technology for the first time and they were very interested. The
company hoped to conduct many more such training sessions for these children. They
felt that the skills the children had would be useful to them when they grew up.
The company was very active in caring for the less fortunate. They even put aside one
day a year for their employees to do volunteer work to help the needy. They also
donated money to many charitable organizations. Many people had benefited from
their efforts. Many also praised the company for being so generous towards the needy.

Contoh Imaginative Recount Text

Being a Spiderman
I dreamed of being a superhero when I was a teenager. I imagined myself as
Spiderman.
One day, when I was fishing at the river I was bitten by a spider and luckily I was not
dying. At first I felt cold for 24 hours and I was alone in my room. Nobody knew about
it. I didn’t tell my family because I was afraid they would be angry with me. After that,
something had happened in my body and I still did not recognize it. I lived as I did
usually, went to school, went home, ate, did some activities and so on.
I realized at the first time that I had a superpower was when I was in an accident. I
rode a motorcycle and suddenly a bus crashed into me. I bounced out of the road and
my motorcycle was totally broken. But in that case, I did not feel any pain. There was
no blood out of my body. I was angry at that time because the bus did not stop and
escaped. I ran after it and I didn’t know why I could run so fast and jump so high.
I jumped to the back of the bus and climbed it like a spider. I went to the front,
stopped the bus and took the driver out of the bus door. I knew that I was no longer a
normal human being. I did nothing more to the bus driver. I went back home and
decided what to do after that.
I did nothing like Spiderman in the movie that helped people to catch the criminals. I
was an opportunist super hero. I was afraid of killing people so that I hid my power
from anybody else. I used my power only when I or my family and friends got into
danger.

Contoh Historical Recount Text

Indonesia’s Reformation
For more than 30 years, Indonesia was governed by Suharto as the president after the
era of President Soekarno. As the people started to feel injustice, several cracks
emerged that shook the political condition. Political tensions in the capital city
increased by the numerous riots that occurred in several cities and violent ethnic
clashes.
The government became unstable and struggled as a monetary crisis hit Asia in the
second half of 1997. Indonesia suffered the most. Prices rose massively and many
businesses went bankrupt. As the economy fell down, people got angry and protests
occurred everywhere. The protests became bigger and riots started in many parts of
Indonesia.
During the monetary crisis, Suharto could maintain his position as president when he
was re-elected in March 1998. However, Suharto did not do anything that could help
the economy. As the government seemed helpless in bringing the economy back,
people demanded President Suharto to step down.
Demonstrations were held everywhere and it became the peak with the Trisakti
incident on 12 May 1998. Four students were shot to death when demonstrating at
Trisakti University at Jakarta and 9 students were killed at Semanggi. The incident led
to huge riots in Jakarta and various cities all over Indonesia.
Finally, Suharto was pushed to step down and the reformation era began in Indonesia.