Filipino is the national language and is based primarily on Tagalog, which is spoken in the Manila region and surrounding areas. Filipino is the standard language used in government, education, and media.
English is also widely spoken and is used in business, education, and government. It is the language of instruction in many schools and universities, and is often used in official documents and contracts.
Aside from Filipino and English, there are also numerous regional languages and dialects spoken throughout the Philippines. Some of the most widely spoken regional languages include Cebuano, Ilocano, Hiligaynon, and Waray-Waray.
In Tagalog, language is called wika.