Capiznon

Capiznon is a Visayan language spoken in Capiz Province, Philippines. It is related to other Visayan languages, such as Hiligaynon and Kinaray-a. Capiznon is also spoken in the nearby provinces of Antique and Aklan. The language is also known as Capiznon, Capiz, or Capiceño. The term Capiznon is derived from the name of the province, Capiz. The language is also referred to as Capiznon in some publications. The Capiznon language is part of the Austronesian family of languages. It is closely related to Hiligaynon and Kinaray-a, which are also spoken in the Visayas region of the Philippines. The Capiznon language is spoken by about 1.3 million people in the Philippines. The vast majority of speakers are in Capiz Province, where the language is widely used. Other speakers are in the nearby provinces of Antique and Aklan. The Capiznon language has a rich oral tradition. There are many folktales and legends that have been passed down through the generations. The language also has a rich literary tradition. Many famous Filipino writers, such as Francisco Balagtas and Nick Joaquin, have written in Capiznon. The Capiznon language is also used in the media. There are several radio and television programs that are broadcast in the language. The Capiznon language is in danger of becoming extinct. Many young people in the Philippines are not learning the language. This is due to the influence of the national language, Filipino, and the widespread use of English in the country.