* Language is a complex development: Language didn't appear overnight. It evolved gradually over thousands of years, starting with simple sounds and gestures and becoming more sophisticated.
* No written records: There are no written records from that far back in history to tell us who the first speaker was.
* Pre-colonial languages: The Philippines had diverse indigenous languages before Spanish colonization. It's hard to pinpoint one specific "first" speaker.
Instead of focusing on a single "first" person, it's more interesting to explore:
* The fascinating history of Philippine languages and how they developed.
* The diverse linguistic landscape of the Philippines today, with over 100 distinct languages spoken.
Let me know if you'd like to learn more about any of these topics!