The N word for Pakistani’s and Indians. Paki can be used by only Pakistani and Indian people. The word USB mostly used by desi gangsters in Britain. But is now very commonly used in Brampton and Sacramento.
by Koka12 January 18, 2019
A slang term used to describe a Pakistani immigrant or descent. In the United Kingdom, it is a racist slur used against not only Pakistanis, but also those from other parts of South Asia. However, it is not considered offensive when used amongst people of South Asian origin. Its degree of offensiveness is similar to that of a non-African American calling an African American a "Nigger".
"Get your butt off this English club, you bloody Paki!" Another good example is its usage in the famous low budget British Indian movie "Bend It Like Beckham", where Jasminder, a Indian girl, pushed an English girl for calling her a 'Paki' in the middle of a soccer game.
by MarioConnor October 10, 2007
a rude word for people from Pakistan. DONT USE IT UNLESS YOUR PAKISTANI. some people might use it on accident because they think it's a term for what you call Pakistanis in general like for people from Singapore, theyre called Singaporeans. BUT ITS NOT. It's like saying the n-word to a black person. like bruh its not that hard not to say it.
Me: what dat word you call people from Pakistan
Idiot: Paki, isn't it?
Me: shut yo mouth brother, that's a racist term, you mean Pakistani's
Idiot: Paki, isn't it?
Me: shut yo mouth brother, that's a racist term, you mean Pakistani's
by theroadmaninmysnap June 03, 2020
Paki actually means 'pure' and 'clean' in Urdu the country's main spoken language. Pakistan translates to the word 'Pureland'. Obviously racists don't realise this and somewhere down the line they have assumed it is them who have created the word/term during the so called 'paki bashing' period in the 80's when 1st generation south asians in the UK were targeted for racial abuse.
Native Pakistani people actually don't take offense to the word as explained above and also to the fact that similary it's like calling someone a Brit, Scot, Aussie, Yank, etc.., although some don't think it's a PC concept to do so.
You see the word is not the problem, it's the use of it, from whom and in which context.
What I will add is that I have noticed UK Asians of Pakistani origin calling each other 'paki' in a respectable 'brotherhood' manner. Like rappers use 'nigger' to each other (although that word runs deep into things best forgotten).
Racists both White and Black have had a backfire when trying to be racist to 2nd/3rd generation pakistani/bangladeshi/kashmiri origin asians, they've felt the wrath to the extent police on a national riot scale have to intervene to help them! I'm talking Oldham, Bradford, Lozzells (Birmingham) and others unmentioned where the perpetraters have had the media limelight to show paki/bangla/kash asians in bad light.
Calling someone a 'paki' on the street now is a laughable offence where I think the sting of the word has weened out. Other than that if you want to attract attention as a racist towards pak/bang/kash asians just go up to them and tell them your view and I'm sure they can find a bed for you in the nearest hospital.
Native Pakistani people actually don't take offense to the word as explained above and also to the fact that similary it's like calling someone a Brit, Scot, Aussie, Yank, etc.., although some don't think it's a PC concept to do so.
You see the word is not the problem, it's the use of it, from whom and in which context.
What I will add is that I have noticed UK Asians of Pakistani origin calling each other 'paki' in a respectable 'brotherhood' manner. Like rappers use 'nigger' to each other (although that word runs deep into things best forgotten).
Racists both White and Black have had a backfire when trying to be racist to 2nd/3rd generation pakistani/bangladeshi/kashmiri origin asians, they've felt the wrath to the extent police on a national riot scale have to intervene to help them! I'm talking Oldham, Bradford, Lozzells (Birmingham) and others unmentioned where the perpetraters have had the media limelight to show paki/bangla/kash asians in bad light.
Calling someone a 'paki' on the street now is a laughable offence where I think the sting of the word has weened out. Other than that if you want to attract attention as a racist towards pak/bang/kash asians just go up to them and tell them your view and I'm sure they can find a bed for you in the nearest hospital.
by Asif SQ September 08, 2007
the term 'paki' is racist except when pakistanis call themselves it between each other. the it is short for pakistanis. it can also mean the person is really cool.
a: OMGWTF that guy is amazing!
b: Yes he's a Paki!
A: I am from pakistan
B: Yay we are both Paki
a: Oi ya Paki
b: Fuck off or i'll bomb ya!
b: Yes he's a Paki!
A: I am from pakistan
B: Yay we are both Paki
a: Oi ya Paki
b: Fuck off or i'll bomb ya!
by MEizPAKI November 14, 2006
Describes a person genuinely from Pakistan.
NOT necessarily a racist word - like "bastard", it can be used legitimately.
ie.
I'm from Scotland,
I am Scottish,
I am a proud Scot!
I'm from Pakistan,
I am Pakistani,
I am a proud Paki!
Unfortunately this word has also been used to racially slur almost anyone of Asian or Middle-Eastern origin & this use should be discouraged.
NOT necessarily a racist word - like "bastard", it can be used legitimately.
ie.
I'm from Scotland,
I am Scottish,
I am a proud Scot!
I'm from Pakistan,
I am Pakistani,
I am a proud Paki!
Unfortunately this word has also been used to racially slur almost anyone of Asian or Middle-Eastern origin & this use should be discouraged.
My best friend's a Paki.
Or alternatively:
I don't really like Paki's.
The bags from Paki shops always smell of curry - is that because it's all they eat and do they wear wads of poly bags as bibs while they have their curried breakfast, lunch & dinner? or do they make their bags from recycled curry containers? - It's a mystery and true!!!!
Or alternatively:
I don't really like Paki's.
The bags from Paki shops always smell of curry - is that because it's all they eat and do they wear wads of poly bags as bibs while they have their curried breakfast, lunch & dinner? or do they make their bags from recycled curry containers? - It's a mystery and true!!!!
by Jimmy Honest April 23, 2009
Acronym of the major Muslim groups which filled Pakistan after the Partition of India (1947). They are as follows: Pashtu, Afghan, Kurd, Indian. Thus "PAKI," thus "Pakistan."
The diversity of cultures which combined to form Pakistan has led to anyone who looks Pakistani or Indian being called a Paki.
by Col. Dr. April 23, 2006