From root: akin
Usage Note
Pang-akin describes something that is designated or intended specifically for the speaker's use or benefit.
Examples
" Ito ang pang-akin na tasa. "
Natural Translation
This is the cup meant for me.
Literal Translation
This the for-me cup.
" Itago mo ang pang-akin. "
Natural Translation
Hide the one intended for me.
Literal Translation
Hide you the for-me.
" Huwag mong galawin ang pang-akin na bahagi ng pagkain dahil iyon lang ang natira para sa akin. "
Natural Translation
Don't touch the portion of food meant for me because that's the only one left for me.
Literal Translation
Don't you touch the for-me part of food because that only the left for me.
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