personal
UK: ˈpɜː.sən.əl | US: ˈpɜːr.sən.əl
adj. relating to a particular person; private or individual
adj. done or made by a particular person
n. (in sports) a foul or infringement involving physical contact with an opponent
The word "personal" originates from the Latin "personalis," derived from "persona" (meaning "mask" or "character," later evolving to signify an individual). The suffix "-al" (from Latin "-alis") transforms the noun into an adjective, denoting "pertaining to." Over time, "personal" shifted from theatrical contexts (referring to masks) to broader meanings of individuality and privacy.
She keeps her personal life separate from her work.
The CEO sent a personal letter to each employee.
He was penalized for a personal foul during the game.
This document contains personal information.
The gift had a personal touch that made it special.