Most Tagalog-speaking Filipinos speak English. English
is the medium of instruction used in the public and private schools, colleges
and universities in the Philippines. Philippine laws are codified in English.
The criminal and civil courts of the Philippine justice system are courts
of record and English is the main language used.
Although workplace conversations are mostly in Tagalog,
formal business contracts, negotiations, procedures, and correspondence
are in English. Even the Philippine entertainment industry is full of
American movies and artists. However, in terms of expressing one's feelings,
narrating first-hand account of events, and facility with a particular
language, a Tagalog-speaking Filipino will fare better in his/her native
tongue.
Also, better understanding, through an interpreter, between
employers and Tagalog-speaking employees who are not fluent in English, leads to
greater productivity, a safer and friendlier work environment
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