sarili
saríli with stress marks
self; own
Usage Note
Sarili is used to mean 'self' or 'own,' often paired with possessive pronouns to create reflexive terms like 'aking sarili' (myself). It is essential for expressing individuality and emphasizing that something belongs specifically to a person in daily conversation.
Examples
" Alagaan mo ang sarili mo. "
Natural Translation
Take care of yourself.
Literal Translation
Care you the self your.
" Mahalin ang sarili. "
Natural Translation
Love yourself.
Literal Translation
Love the self.
" Bago mo isipin ang ibang tao, dapat mo munang unawain ang iyong sarili at ang tunay mong nararamdaman. "
Natural Translation
Before you think of other people, you should first understand yourself and what you truly feel.
Literal Translation
Before you think the other person, should you first understand the your self and the true your feeling.
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