Kasarilinan (en. Sovereignty)

ka-sa-ri-li-nan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The freedom of a state to govern itself.
The sovereignty of the country is vital for its development.
Ang kasarilinan ng bansa ay mahalaga sa pag-unlad nito.
State of being free from the occupation or influence of another country.
Our government focuses on ensuring the sovereignty of our nation.
Nakatutok ang ating pamahalaan sa pagsasaayos ng kasarilinan ng ating bayan.
Independence and ability of a person or group to decide without depending on others.
Their sovereignty paved the way for their innovative ideas.
Ang kanilang kasarilinan ay nagbigay-daan sa kanilang mga makabagong ideya.

Etymology

From the word 'kasarinlan' which means freedom.

Common Phrases and Expressions

achievement of sovereignty
Realization of independence.
pagka-kasarilinan
possessing sovereignty
Having one's own freedom or governance.
taglay ang kasarilinan

Related Words

independence
The freedom of a person or group from the control of another person or group.
kasarinlan
freedom
The importance of having rights and the ability to make decisions for oneself.
kalayaan

Slang Meanings

Rudeness, being overly assertive or placing too much emphasis on one's opinion.
You come off as rude, you always argue with your classmates.
Parang kasarilinan na ang dating mo, lagi ka kasing nag-aaway sa mga kaklase mo.
Rudeness that can sometimes be overly confrontational or insulting.
What you said might be rude, that's why Mark got offended.
Baka kasi kasarilinan 'yang sinabi mo, kaya napikon si Mark.
Sometimes, rudeness is also referred to as the act of gossiping.
Don't get too into it, that's rude when you tell gossip.
Huwag ka masyadong makiuso, kasarilinan na 'yan kapag nagkuwento ka ng chismis.