In Context
Chavacano is unique among Philippine languages as a Spanish-derived creole rather than an Austronesian one, with other smaller variants historically spoken in Cavite City, Ternate, and formerly Ermita in Manila. Zamboangueño is by far the largest and most actively spoken form today.
Primary Regions
Zamboanga Peninsula
Basilan
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