Index in Tagalog

Independence in Tagalog translates to “Kalayaan,” “Kasarinlan,” or “Pagsasarili.” These terms capture the essence of freedom from control, self-governance, and self-reliance in Filipino culture. Understanding the nuances between these translations helps express different aspects of independence in various contexts.

Discover how Filipinos express independence across political, personal, and social dimensions through comprehensive definitions, synonyms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Independence

[Definition]:

• Independence /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
• Noun 1: The state of being free from outside control or support; self-governing authority.
• Noun 2: The condition of not depending on another person or entity for livelihood or subsistence.
• Noun 3: Self-reliance; the quality of being independent in thought or action.

[Synonyms] = Kalayaan, Kasarinlan, Pagsasarili, Independensya, Pagkawala ng pagkakagapos, Pagkamalaya, Soberanya, Awtonomiya

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The Philippines celebrates its independence from Spanish colonial rule every June 12th with parades and ceremonies.

Ex1_PH: Ipinagdiriwang ng Pilipinas ang kalayaan nito mula sa pananakop ng Espanya tuwing Hunyo 12 na may mga parada at seremonya.

Ex2_EN: Financial independence allows you to make choices without worrying about money constraints.

Ex2_PH: Ang pinansyal na kasarinlan ay nagpapahintulot sa iyo na gumawa ng mga pagpili nang hindi nag-aalala tungkol sa hadlang sa pera.

Ex3_EN: She values her independence and prefers to live alone rather than depend on her family.

Ex3_PH: Pinahahalagahan niya ang kanyang pagsasarili at mas gusto niyang mamuhay mag-isa kaysa umasa sa kanyang pamilya.

Ex4_EN: The country fought for its independence through years of revolution and sacrifice.

Ex4_PH: Lumaban ang bansa para sa kalayaan nito sa pamamagitan ng mga taon ng rebolusyon at sakripisyo.

Ex5_EN: Achieving personal independence means developing the ability to think and act for yourself.

Ex5_PH: Ang pagkamit ng personal na kasarinlan ay nangangahulugang paglinang ng kakayahang mag-isip at kumilos para sa iyong sarili.