International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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Standard Philippine English: A Linguistic Exploration of a Developing English Variety

Author(s) Frances Ian Baluyo Clima
Country Philippines
Abstract Standard Philippine English (SPE) has recently gained attention in the Philippine applied linguistics community. This study used a qualitative research design to explore the content and pedagogy of SPE, identify its distinct features, and examine the basis for its inclusion in the Philippine educational system. Data were gathered through interviews and surveys with English teachers and analyzed to generate key findings. Results show that SPE has unique structures and features. While it is already part of some course content and is offered in selected colleges and universities, it should also be formally integrated into the teaching of English across the curriculum. The study concludes that SPE is a clear and acceptable variety of English, with a growing vocabulary and flexible grammar, style, and usage rules. Its continuous development is supported by the influence of Filipino professionals in the business process outsourcing industry, media, literature, and education.
Keywords Linguistic Features, Philippine English Integration, Standard Philippine English
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-08-04

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