Awtonomia (en. Autonomy)

/aw.tɔ.nɔ.mi.ja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability of an individual or group to govern themselves.
The country succeeded in gaining autonomy from the colony.
Ang bansa ay nagtagumpay sa pagkuha ng awtonomia mula sa kolonya.
A state of freedom from external control or influence.
Their autonomy allowed for deeper cultural development.
Ang kanilang awtonomia ay nagbigay-daan sa mas malalim na pag-unlad sa kanilang kultura.
The ability to make decisions for oneself.
Autonomy is important in making one's own decisions in life.
Mahalaga ang awtonomia sa pagsasagawa ng sariling desisyon sa buhay.

Etymology

from the Greek word 'autonomia', meaning 'self-governance'

Common Phrases and Expressions

political autonomy
Autonomy related to government and politics
awtonomiyang pampulitika
economic autonomy
Autonomy related to economic matters
awtonomiyang pang-ekonomiya

Related Words

freedom
Characteristic of being free or having autonomy.
kalayaan
management
The process of organizing and overseeing resources and people.
pamamahala

Slang Meanings

autonomy or freedom
They want autonomy for their community.
Gusto nila ng awtonomia para sa kanilang komunidad.
self-reliance
We need autonomy in our decisions.
Kailangan natin ng awtonomia sa ating mga desisyon.
being free
Autonomy is important for our identity.
Ang awtonomia ay mahalaga para sa ating identidad.