From root: isip
Usage Note
Isipan is the general term for the mental faculty where thoughts occur. It is very common in everyday conversation.
Examples
" Malinaw ang isipan ko ngayon. "
Natural Translation
My mind is clear now.
Literal Translation
Clear the mind my now.
" Kailangan mong gamitin ang iyong isipan. "
Natural Translation
You need to use your mind.
Literal Translation
Need you use the your mind.
" Kahit pagod ang katawan niya, malinaw pa rin ang isipan niya kapag may mahalagang desisyong dapat gawin. "
Natural Translation
Even when his body is tired, his mind is still clear whenever there's an important decision to make.
Literal Translation
Even tired the body his, clear still the mind his when there important decision should make.
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