kaisa-isa
the very only one
From root: isa
Usage Note
Kaisa-isa provides extreme emphasis on being the sole individual, often used for an only child. Kaisa-isang anak means the only child.
Examples
" Siya ang kaisa-isa kong kaibigan. "
Natural Translation
He/She is my one and only friend.
Literal Translation
He/She the very-only-one my friend.
" Iyan ang kaisa-isa kong hiling. "
Natural Translation
That is my very only wish.
Literal Translation
That the very-only-one my-that wish.
" Bilang kaisa-isang anak, alam niyang siya lamang ang aasahan ng kanyang mga magulang paglaki niya. "
Natural Translation
As an only child, he/she knows that he/she alone is who the parents will rely on when he/she grows up.
Literal Translation
As very-only-one child, knows his/her that he/she only the will-be-relied-on of his/her parents grow-up his/her.
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