Pattakatolics

Pattakatolics is a term sometimes used colloquially, particularly in certain online communities, to refer to the Catholic Church and its adherents. It is not an official or recognized designation within the Church itself, nor is it a term commonly used in academic or formal religious discourse. The origin and precise meaning of "pattakatolics" can vary depending on the context in which it is employed.

In some instances, the term may be used by individuals who identify as Catholic as a way to refer to their faith community in an informal or even jocular manner. However, it can also be used by those outside the Catholic Church, and its connotation in such cases can range from neutral to critical or even pejorative, depending on the speaker's intent and relationship with the subject. Due to its informal nature and potential for varied interpretations, "pattakatolics" is best understood as slang or a colloquialism rather than a formal descriptor of the Catholic faith or its members. Its usage is largely confined to niche online spaces and casual conversations.