Wikang Pambansa

In the Philippines, Buwan ng Wika is celebrated on the month of August. Linguistics or the scientific study of language is greatly influenced by history, culture and social factors around the nation, here in the Philippines the month of August is designated as Buwan ng Wika, which is celebrated to promote the national language. Buwan ng Wika was previously called Linggo ng Wika.

The celebration of Linggo ng Wika is not just a part of our history, it is also what keeps us united as a nation. A country’s language shows how rich and unique its culture and heritage is. More than being a means for communication, language bridges different communities and strengthens it. Using the national language is one the simplest way we can show patriotism. Filipino is what makes us Filipinos a true Pinoy.

The Commission of the Filipino Language (Komisyon ng Wikang Filipino ) in conjunction with the Department of Education (DepEd) are the organizers of this month-long celebration. With such emphasis on the themes of the month’s celebration of language, the English influence among Filipinos is gradually declining. This national celebration in the Philippines is pursuant to the Presidential Decree Number 1041 (1997). There are many accounts of the importance and significance of Buwan ng Wika, but including the remembrance of the country’s struggle for freedom and the influence of its culture, helps to intensify the pride of the people of the Philippines.i



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