Filipino · Standard Tagalog
The Manila-area variety that forms the basis of Filipino, the national language of the Philippines. Heavily mixed with English in everyday speech (Taglish).
Bulacan Tagalog
The Tagalog of Bulacan province, just north of Manila. Historically influential as a literary variety in the development of modern Filipino.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Bulacan Tagalog?
Bulacan Tagalog is a dialect of the Tagalog language.
Where is Bulacan Tagalog spoken?
Bulacan Tagalog is primarily spoken in Philippines.
Which region is Bulacan Tagalog associated with?
Bulacan Tagalog is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
What are the other dialects of Tagalog?
Tagalog also includes Manila Tagalog, Batangas Tagalog. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Tagalog dialects
See on the atlas →Batangueño
The Tagalog of Batangas province, often cited as more conservative than Manila Tagalog. Preserves several older verb forms and a distinctive intonation.
Nearby dialects
See on the atlas →32 km away
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