Indibidwal (en. Individual)

in-bi-bid-wal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is separate from others.
Each individual has their own strengths and weaknesses.
Ang bawat indibidwal ay may kanya-kanyang kalakasan at kahinaan.
Referring to a small unit of society.
The role of the individual is important in building a community.
Mahalaga ang papel ng indibidwal sa pagbuo ng isang komunidad.
A person who acts independently.
Every individual has the right to make choices for themselves.
Ang bawat indibidwal ay may karapatang pumili para sa sarili.

Etymology

Tagalog, derived from the translation of 'individual' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

collective of individuals
The collective action or thought of a group of people.
pagsasama ng mga indibidwal

Related Words

community
A group of individuals who come together in one place.
pamayanan
society
A broad group of individuals sharing the same standards and culture.
sosyedad

Slang Meanings

independent person
You really need to be an individual so you won't rely on others.
Kailangan mo talagang maging indibidwal para hindi ka umaasa sa iba.
has a personal style
Your outfit is great, you're truly an individual!
Ang galing ng outfit mo, tunay na indibidwal ka!
stands out from the rest
His ideas are really individual—they stand out from the rest!
Ang mga ideya niya, talagang indibidwal—nakaangat sa iba!