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5 days ago · In 1935, the Philippine constitution designated English and Spanish as official languages, but mandated the development and adoption of a common national language based on one of the existing native languages. [14]
1 day ago · The Philippines has two official languages, Filipino and English. Filipino serves as a lingua franca across much of the country. The linguistic landscape has been shaped by colonization, particularly Spanish and American influences. Tagalog, a widely spoken language, was the official language from 1937 to 1987.
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2 days ago · The basis for the Philippine national language is Tagalog, which had primarily been spoken only in Manila and the surrounding provinces when the Commonwealth constitution was drawn up in the 1930s.
May 17, 2024 · Tagalog: The National Language of the Philippines. Tagalog is a key member of the Austronesian language family. It is the base for the Filipino language, which is the national language of the Philippines. This language is mainly spoken in central Luzon and parts of Mindanao.
May 1, 2024 · In the 1930s, the Philippines wanted its own national language. Many people in Manila spoke Tagalog, so it was considered for the national language, but others disagreed because Tagalog was spoken little outside Manila. In the 1970s, the idea of having a national language emerged again.
6 days ago · With over 24 million speakers, it molds the country’s identity and is the main language in schools. Originating from Central Luzon, Tagalog is spoken and understood across the Philippines. Being the national language, it unifies Filipinos and fosters cultural pride.
6 days ago · Manuel Quezon, Filipino statesman, leader of the independence movement, and first president of the Philippine Commonwealth. He campaigned vigorously for the full independence of the Philippines, but his plans were delayed by the outbreak of World War II, and he died while leading the Filipino government in exile.
