Languages of the Philippines
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Some 130 to 195 languages are spoken in the Philippines, depending on the method of classification. Almost all are Malayo-Polynesian languages native to the archipelago. A number of Spanish-influenced
Sign in Palawan in English, Filipino, Cebuano, Chinese, Korean and Russian.
A warning sign in Banton, Romblon in English, Filipino, and Bantoanon.
"No Parking" sign in Atok, Benguet, displayed in English, Filipino, Ilocano, Kankanaey, and Ibaloi.
Regional languages of the Philippines.
Chavacano
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Chavacano, also known as Chabacano, is a Spanish-based creole language spoken in the Philippines. The variety spoken in Zamboanga City, located in the southern Philippine island group of Mindanao, has
Languages of the Philippines
…classification. Almost all are Malayo-Polynesian languages native to the archipelago. A number of Spanish-influenced creole varieties generally called Chavacano along with some local varieties of Chinese are also spoken in certain communities. Tagalog and Cebuano are the most commonly spoken native languages…
A welcome arch in Ternate with a Chavacano message that reads, "Ta recibi mijotro con ustede con todo corazon" ("We receive you with all our hearts")