noun
Uncommon
Patel
puh-TEHL
Patel (noun) means In parts of India, a village headman or local chief. Example: “The patel settled the land dispute between the two families.”
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In parts of India, a village headman or local chief.
"The patel settled the land dispute between the two families."
How to use Patel
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional title for a village leader in South Asia, though most people encounter it today as a common surname.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Gujarati paṭěl, "village headman," from Sanskrit paṭṭakila.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Patel” mean?
The word “Patel” means in parts of India, a village headman or local chief. In plain terms, a traditional title for a village leader in South Asia, though most people encounter it today as a common surname.
How do you pronounce “Patel”?
“Patel” is pronounced puh-TEHL (/pəˈtɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Patel” in a sentence?
Here is “Patel” used in a sentence: “The patel settled the land dispute between the two families.”
What part of speech is “Patel”?
“Patel” is a noun.
Where does the word “Patel” come from?
The word “Patel” comes from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Gujarati paṭěl, "village headman," from Sanskrit paṭṭakila.
Is “Patel” a common word?
“Patel” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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