From root: ikaw
Usage Note
Pagka-ikaw refers to the unique essence or the state of being of the person being addressed. It is often used in philosophical discussions about selfhood.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang pagka-ikaw. "
Natural Translation
Your identity is important.
Literal Translation
Important the identity-of-you.
" Mahalaga ang pagka-ikaw mo. "
Natural Translation
Your identity is important.
Literal Translation
Important the identity-of-you yours.
" Hindi dapat masira ang pagka-ikaw kahit anong sabihin ng ibang tao tungkol sa iyo. "
Natural Translation
Your sense of self should not be broken no matter what other people say about you.
Literal Translation
Not should be-ruined the identity-of-you even what say of other people about to you.
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