adjective
Uncommon
Pak
Pak (adjective) means informal shortening of "Pakistani". Example: “The commentator referred to the Pak cricket team.”
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Informal shortening of "Pakistani".
"The commentator referred to the Pak cricket team."
How to use Pak
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal abbreviation for Pakistani, most often seen in headlines or casual speech.
When to use it
Mostly used in journalism or casual contexts (e.g. sports commentary); the full word "Pakistani" is preferred in formal writing.
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Word forms
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The commentator referred to the _____ cricket team.
Etymology
A clipped form of Pakistan/Pakistani.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Pak” mean?
The word “Pak” means informal shortening of "Pakistani". In plain terms, an informal abbreviation for Pakistani, most often seen in headlines or casual speech.
How do you use “Pak” in a sentence?
Here is “Pak” used in a sentence: “The commentator referred to the Pak cricket team.”
What part of speech is “Pak”?
“Pak” is an adjective.
Is “Pak” a common word?
“Pak” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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