Number of Established Languages:

The Philippines is home to around 175 languages. This makes the country one of the most linguistically
diverse in the world. However, it's worth noting that the exact number can vary depending on how
languages and dialects are classified.

Five Unfamiliar Languages:

1. Ibanag: This language is primarily spoken in the Cagayan Valley in the northern part of Luzon. It
belongs to the Austronesian language family and has approximately 500,000 speakers.

2. Kapampangan: Spoken mainly in the province of Pampanga and some parts of Tarlac in Central Luzon.
It has its own script and is known for its rich literary tradition. There are around 2.3 million speakers.

3. Waray-Waray: This language is spoken in the Eastern Visayas region, particularly in the provinces of
Samar and Leyte. It has about 3 million speakers and is known for its distinct grammar and vocabulary.

4. Tausug: Primarily spoken in the Sulu Archipelago, this language also has speakers in parts of Sabah,
Malaysia. It is part of the Austronesian language family and has around 1 million speakers.

5. Chavacano: This is a Spanish-based creole language spoken mainly in Zamboanga City and some parts
of Mindanao. It's unique because it's one of the few Spanish-based creoles in Asia, with around 700,000
speakers.

Information Beside Each Language:

On the Ethnologue website, I found the following information next to each language:

- Region: Specifies the geographical area where the language is predominantly spoken.
- Number of Native Speakers: Provides an estimate of how many people speak the language as their first
language.
- Language Family: Indicates the larger group of languages to which the language belongs.
- Status: Gives an idea of the language's vitality or endangerment level, often based on factors like the
number of speakers, usage, and institutional support.

Language Status:

1. Wider Communication: This status means the language is not just confined to its native community
but is used for broader communication between different linguistic groups. It often serves as a lingua
franca in a multi-lingual region.

2. Developing: A language with this status is in vigorous use, with literature in a standardized form being
used in some educational institutions. It's not just spoken but also taught, which helps in its
preservation.

3. Vigorous: This status indicates that the language is spoken actively among all age groups, but there
may be some concern about its future as it may not be passed down as vigorously to the younger
generation.
4. Threatened: A language with this status is still spoken but is losing ground. It may be used in fewer
domains or among fewer age groups, signaling a need for revitalization efforts.

5. Dormant: This status means the language has no native speakers left but may still be used in specific
contexts, such as religious ceremonies or cultural events, often for symbolic reasons.