Which is the best speaking language in Asia? (comment from Yahoo)

India or Philippines: Which Country is Asia's Largest English-speaking Nation?
My work as a logistics and travel consultant brings me to many places, particularly to countries in Asia. A friend once asked me which countries in Asia I've been to I find conversing easy. I had three ready answers: Singapore, Philippines, and India, though not necessarily in that order.

I remember quite well how some of my friends in the Philippines (including my regular host whenever I'm in that country) confidently reminded me that their country is considered to be the largest English-speaking nation in Asia and that, therefore, I won't have any difficulty conversing with its local folks. However, I have to disagree with this claim (that the Philippines is Asia's largest English-speaking nation) since I believe that distinction really belongs to India.

By the sheer number of its population, India, formerly a British colony, is Asia's largest English-speaking nation. Its over 1 billion population far exceeds that of the Philippines' 87 million. Like the Philippines, English is also one of India's official languages. India's middle class of over 300 million is predominantly English-educated, which tells us that English is a common language there, especially among the ruling classes. This is not to mention the millions more in rural India who speak at least basic English.

While it is true that many Filipinos speak and understand English, the question is: what kind of English? It is not enough that one can speak English. Proficiency in English entails proper grammatical usage.

True, the Filipino middle class, like its Indian counterpart, is predominantly English-educated. But it is far smaller in number than India's middle class. But in the countryside, where the majority of Filipinos live, is completely another matter. Poverty simply does not permit the vast majority of Filipino children to have the luxury of proper English training.

Many rural Filipinos speak just enough English, if at all, to be understood. But correct, grammatical English is lacking. Then there is the issue of American English and British English and the relevant accents - an issue that's not being debated here.

AS TO RATIO AND PROPORTION, THEREFORE, PHILIPPINES WINS! No doubt!

My Comment in My Professors Blog =))

ABOUT CRUISE SHIP..

This is actually a great blog.Working on Cruise Ship Industry is not an easy job.The blogger said that bidding farewell to your family is the hardest part and I agree to that, when you seek for opportunities you must be ready to accept the consequences, you may have something to get and learn to abide with everything in it. 

This blog inspired me because my Uncle planned to send me in a Ship Industry, now I know how it feels like and through this writing I was able to see myself in the future, who knows =)

Nice pictures, nice experience. No wonder why the blogger enjoyed and really had fun during his time working in this Industry :)

BORACAY ISLAND EXPERIENCE

Simple adventure will lead to an extraordinary experiences, the blogger is so lucky to have a trip in Boracay Island. I haven't got there actually but by just looking in all the pictures in this blog I think theres no doubt why many people and even foreigners visit the Philippines,we all know that it is one of the most beautiful paradise in Asia,not just in Asia but also in the world I guess, although I think Bali in Indonesia is considered as number 1 when it comes to beaches here in Asia.

On the other hand, the price cost is very reasonable after all, after getting excellent services and accommodations I guess. And I love the bars also.  hmmm I want to be in Boracay Island someday, everything is worth it for the cost =))

Nice experience! If I were the blogger I would also love to come back and visit this place again and again :))

Boracay Island proves us that Philippines has the right to be included in the New7Wonders of the world not just Boracay but also the other lovely places located in the country. 

FIRST TAGALOG POST KO.

hindi ko alam kung bakit may mga taong sadyang darating sa buhay natin, bibigyang halaga ka pagkatapos bigla na lang may mangyayari na hindi mo maunawaan....

minsan ng may taong dumating sa buhay ko, hindi siya lalaki o hindi rin siya babae, matatawag ko siyang kaibigan, ngunit tunay nga bang kaibigan ang dapat kong itawag sa kanya? gayong sa umpisa lamang siya nagpakita ng tunay na ugali ng isang tunay na kaibigan....

masaya ang magkaroon ng mga taong uunawa sa iyo, sa mga bagay na akala mo'y wala ng makakatulong sa'yo, sa mga pagkakamali na akala moy wala ng tatanggap at uunawa.

masaya ngunit pag nawala sila, maiisip mong ano ba ang naging pagkukulang mo at bigla na lang nagbago ang lahat..

siguro nga, tama ang kasabihang, "walang permanente sa mundo kundi ang pagbabago" tao lamang sila na gaya ko rin...

may taglay na kahinaan at kalakasan, pero bakit nagka ganoon? tila yata naging kalakasan nila ang aking kahinaan?

MAHALIN NA LAMANG NATIN ANG MGA TAONG DARATING PA SA BUHAY NATIN, SABI NGA NILA. KAYA SIGURO MAY UMAALIS KASI MAY MABUTI PANG DARATING, YUNG IINTINDI SA ATIN AT MAGTATAMA NG LAHAT NG ATING MGA PAGKAKAMALI. (JLC)