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What are the most common languages spoken in Manila?

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Are residents of Manila typically multilingual? What languages are most common? Here's what eight local experts had to say about language in Manila.

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The people considering to move in my city should know proper manners. They should be able to talk considerately with people. They should also know how to speak Tagalog because most of our people have very low English comprehension. They should also wear smile in their faces. Most Filipinos are good people, so you don’t need to worry about your security.

Manila is densely populated. Aside from a high population density, the city is also polluted. It is also very humid during afternoons. If you wish to live in Manila, be prepared to live with the heavy traffic, overpopulation, and high humidity. Fortunately, the people are approachable and can usually speak in English, so communication won’t be a problem.

People in Manila are highly appreciate for their hospitality, they’re very friendly. Low cost of living, from basic goods, entertainment, transportation are also cheaper, allowing you to have more value for your money. Plenty of vacation spots to take a break from your day job. And one of the reason is being English as our second language, in this case we can easily communicate to any foreign nation who visited Manila.

Jamilah, says: 2020

When coming to Manila, a visitor should be ready for the possible culture shock that will arise, especially when he or she came from countries with disciplined citizenry. The city is populous, so one should consider being able to handle heat and pollution before traveling here. Despite all of these, Manila is actually urbanized and you won’t have a hard time communicating with its people as long as you speak English.

Marjorie, says: 2020

Someone moving to Manila City, Philippines should first consider the hot climate. One should bring breathable clothes which are suitable for hot weather. The slow traffic and narrow roads must also be expected. People are friendly. Most of them could speak in English. Thus, there could be no problem with communication.

You must know that my city has a large population. It is good to note that there will be a lot of noise in it. However, most people are good, and most could speak English. Just remember to be careful when walking in the street. My city is famous for a high crime rate.

Melinda, says: 2020

Manila is a tropical Asian city and one of the dynamic cities in Southeast Asia. The main language used here is Filipino. English is used here as a second language. Manila is a safe city. Just like any other city, you should be street-smart to be able to survive in the city.

Connie, says: 2020

There is a lot to consider before moving to Manila City. One is the climate and weather. It is advised to bring and wear light fabric and comfortable clothes such as shorts, jeans, short-sleeves to sleeveless tops and more. An umbrella is also advisable to carry around in your daily bag. Manila City is also considered a densely populated and heavily polluted, so make sure to bring handkerchiefs and necessary vitamins to avoid illnesses. Another thing to consider when moving to Manila is apartment or house hunting. The city has detached homes in villages, high-rise condominiums and apartments. Both long term and short term lease agreements are an option and may last up to a year. The language spoken in the Philippines, is both English and Filipino as the mother tongue. Communicating with the Filipinos in Manila shouldn’t be a problem knowing that most of them are fluent in both languages.

Genevieve, says: 2020
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