Why is Filipino English similar to American English especially in terms of grammar and spelling?

Filipino English and American English are often compared due to their similarities in pronunciation and spelling. Rooting back, the Philippines has been colonized by the American for 48 years and the influence it created to the Filipinos did play a significant role in the country’s educational system.

Is Philippine English considered as standard English?

There is no such thing as Standard Philippine English. There is a fine article on standard English (SE) in Wikipedia, which I advise readers to look up to understand the intricacies of standard English.

Is Filipino English a standard English?

English is an official language in the Philippines, along with Filipino, a standardized register originally based on Tagalog (Gonzalez 1998). English is an official language in the Philippines, along with Filipino, a standardized register originally based on Tagalog (Gonzalez 1998).

Do Filipinos find it difficult to speak English in formal gatherings?

And we, Filipinos find it difficult to speak English during a certain speech in a formal gathering or those students who have this English Zone Policy in their respective school, colleges, and states/universities. There are lots of Filipinos who are not that good in speaking in English and are trying hard to express themselves in English.

Do Filipinos speak American or British English?

However, it is not American English or British English, although it sounds similar. Filipinos have remade English to reflect their culture, not the culture of any native speakers. They are native speakers of what I call Philippine English.

What are the problems of speaking English in the Philippines?

A second problem is that many Filipinos feel intimidated by someone who speaks fluent English. This should not be the case. No language should be viewed as superior to others.

Why is it difficult to use English honorifics in the Philippines?

The difficulty is with the use of English honorifics and pronouns that involve gender because Filipino pronouns ignore gender, which is why many Filipinos get confused when to use he/she, him/her, his/her, etc.