Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pataka

noun
puh-TAH-kah
Definition
A flag or banner, especially one that is waved in celebration or during a ceremony.
Examples
  • The colorful pataka fluttered in the wind during the festival.
  • They raised a pataka to celebrate the victory at the cultural fair.
  • Each pataka represented a different region’s heritage and traditions.
Meaning
In various contexts, ‘pataka’ refers to ceremonial flags used in religious or cultural ceremonies, symbolizing festivity or significance.
Synonyms
  • banner
  • flag
  • pennant