From root: isa
Usage Note
Pag-iisa refers to the state of being alone or the act of isolation. Mahilig siya sa pag-iisa means she likes being in solitude.
Examples
" Mahilig ako sa pag-iisa. "
Natural Translation
I enjoy solitude.
Literal Translation
Fond I of solitude.
" Gusto ko ng sandaling pag-iisa. "
Natural Translation
I want a moment of solitude.
Literal Translation
Want I of moment of solitude.
" Kahit mahirap, natutunan kong tanggapin ang pag-iisa pagkatapos lumipat sa bagong lungsod. "
Natural Translation
Even though it was hard, I learned to accept solitude after moving to a new city.
Literal Translation
Even-if hard, learned I-to accept the solitude after moving to new city.
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