From root: isa
Usage Note
Pagkakaisa refers to the concept of solidarity or harmony within a community. It is a core value in Filipino culture regarding teamwork.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang pagkakaisa. "
Natural Translation
Unity is important.
Literal Translation
Important the unity.
" Kailangan natin ng pagkakaisa. "
Natural Translation
We need unity.
Literal Translation
Need we of unity.
" Kapag may pagkakaisa ang isang komunidad, mas madali nilang malalampasan ang anumang sakuna o pagsubok. "
Natural Translation
When a community has unity, they can more easily overcome any disaster or trial.
Literal Translation
When has unity the one community, more easy they overcome the any disaster or trial.
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