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pattani

/pəˈtɑːni/
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pattani Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A province located in southern Thailand along the coast of the Gulf of Thailand, known for its strong Malay-Muslim heritage and historical significance as part of the former Patani Kingdom.

Example

"The distinct architecture and culinary traditions of Pattani reflect centuries of cross-cultural exchange between Thai and Malay peoples."

2

A town in southern Thailand that serves as the administrative capital of Pattani province, situated near the mouth of the Pattani River.

3

A regional dialect of the Malay language spoken predominantly by the Malay-Muslim population in southern Thailand.

Example

"Many older residents in the border villages converse primarily in Pattani rather than standard Thai."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Malay name 'Patani'. The exact origin is heavily debated; local legend suggests it comes from 'pata ini' (meaning 'this beach' in local Malay), while others trace it to 'petani' (meaning 'farmer').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pattani. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pattani
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