According to Article IV, Section 6: The national language of the Philippines is Filipino. As it evolves, it shall be further developed and enriched on the basis of existing Philippine and other languages.
Subject to provisions of law and as the Congress may deem appropriate, the Government shall take steps to initiate and sustain the use of Filipino as a medium of official communication and as language of instruction in the educational system.
Section 7 says: For purpose of communication and instructions, the official languages of the Philippines are Filipino and, until otherwise provided by law, English. The regional languages are the auxiliary official languages in the regions and shall serve as auxiliary media of instruction therein.
Spanish and Arabic shall be promoted on a voluntary and optional basis.
Section 8. This Constitution shall be promulgated in Filipino and English and shall be translated into major regional languages, Arabic, and Spanish.
Section 9. The Congress shall establish a national language commission composed of representatives of various regions and disciplines which shall undertake, coordinate, and promote researches for the development, propagation, and preservation of Filipino and other languages.
English as official medium of instruction and Filipino as national language
Article 14, Section 6 of the Constitution of the Philippines states that the official language of the Philippines is Filipino. It also states that for communication and instruction purposes, there are two official languages, Filipino and English.
Philippine money is called the Filipino Peso, or in English the Philippine Peso.
official language of Philippine, native or inhabitant of Philippine or relating to its customs , people etc.
English and Filipino are widely used as mediums of communication in the Philippines. English is commonly used in business, education, and government settings, while Filipino, based on Tagalog, is the national language and is spoken by a large part of the population. Many Filipinos are bilingual and proficient in both languages.
Gina Apostol has written: 'The Thirdest World' -- subject(s): Filipino Americans, Short stories, Philippine (English), Literary collections, Philippine literature (English), Filipino American authors, American literature 'Gun dealers' daughter' -- subject(s): Fiction, Amnesiacs, Women revolutionaries, History
Karapatan is a Filipino word. The translation of the word in English is 'rights.' It is also the name of a Philippine non-government organization fighting for human rights.
Examples of subcultures in the Philippines include the hip-hop community, cosplay enthusiasts, and motorcycle clubs. Each of these groups have their own unique styles, beliefs, and activities that set them apart from mainstream culture in the Philippines.
Filipinism refers to a term or phrase that is uniquely Filipino or commonly used in the Philippines but may not have an equivalent meaning or usage in other countries. It is often a linguistic or cultural expression that defines the Filipino identity.
The time frame for Philippine literature in English typically spans from the late 19th century to the present day. This period covers a wide range of literary works by Filipino writers in English, reflecting the country's history, culture, and societal issues.
Neil Etheridge who's a reserve goalkeeper for Fulham. He played for the Philippine team in the 2010 AFF Suzuki Cup.
Philippine English is the style of the English language that is spoken in the Philippines.
Philippine English deviates from Standard English in terms of vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. It often incorporates words from local languages, follows different pronunciation patterns, and may have unique grammatical structures influenced by the Philippines' linguistic diversity and cultural context.