You asked: What is English like in the Philippines?

The Philippines is recognized globally as one of the largest English-speaking nations with majority of its population having at least some degree of fluency in the language. English has always been one of the official languages of the Philippines and is spoken by more than 14 million Filipinos.

What is the special role of English in the Philippines?

In the Philippines, most Filipinos are learning to speak the English language. … At present, the English language is very important in how you write, read, and pronounce it very well. We are now in modern ages and most people not only Filipino can speak and understand the English language.

Are Filipinas beautiful?

Filipinas are among the most attractive and sexiest women in the world, according to American men polled by travel-dating web site MissTravel.com. Results of the fourth annual survey, titled “The World’s Sexiest Nationalities,” showed that Filipinas ranked sixth among the top 10 sexiest nationalities for women.

What makes Philippine English unique?

Philippine English has developed a vigorous literature. It is in the process of standardization, with a variety no longer marked by regional accents associated with regional languages, but a converging variety that originates in Manila.

What is the importance of learning English as a Filipino?

Studying with Filipinos and other foreigners helps people broaden their world understanding and perspective on just about anything. Students gain a different view of political, moral and social issues. As they get to know their classmates, they gain new perspectives and have a more nuanced understanding of the world.

Is Filipino a dying language?

According to the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL), the Philippines has 183 living languages—almost 96 percent of which are indigenous. The SIL lists 11 of these as “dying,” while 28 are “in trouble.” Two Aeta languages, Dicamay Agta and Villa Viciosa Agta, are already extinct.