Waray-waray

-Waray-Waray is a language spoken in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, specifically in the provinces of Samar, Northern Samar, and Eastern Samar, as well as parts of Leyte and Biliran. It is one of the major languages of the Visayas and is also known as Waray, Winaray, or Lineyte-Samarnon. Waray-Waray has its roots in the Austronesian language family, and like Cebuano, it has been influenced by Spanish due to the country's colonial history. The language is known for its unique phonology, which includes the use of glottal stops and the absence of the "F" and "V" sounds.

The grammar system of Waray-Waray is relatively simpler compared to Cebuano, but it still features a complex system of verb conjugations to indicate tense, aspect, mood, and focus. It is also known for its rich vocabulary, particularly in the fields of agriculture, fishing, and weaving, which are important industries in the Eastern Visayas region.

Waray-Waray is used in various forms of media, including literature and music, and is taught in schools as a subject. It is a significant part of the cultural identity of the Eastern Visayas region and has contributed to the diverse linguistic landscape of the Philippines. Today, Waray-Waray remains an important language in the country, serving as a means of communication for millions of Filipinos in the Visayas and beyond.