Bend It Like Beckham : Why is "Paki" an insult?

Why is "Paki" an insult?

Pakistan literally means Pak-land, or land of the pak. estan means land in farsi.It's the same with Afghans, Kasachs and all the other -estans.No one would say she is "Afghanistani".

Re: Why is 'Paki' an insult?

It's not the word it's the intention and history behind the use of the word. Although it's strange you ask this in relation to a film centred around British, Indian Sikh culture. Do yourself a favour, look up the word ignorant in a dictionary.

Re: Why is 'Paki' an insult?

Cos the word Paki was used as insult in the film, that's why.

Re: Why is 'Paki' an insult?


Cos the word Paki was used as insult in the film, that's why.


lmao, maybe the guy should look up the word ignorant in a dictionary.

Re: Why is "Paki" an insult?

Are you being racilist about Asian mens hana!?
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