HeyRuaHow to say “parish” in Irish
- Irish:
- paróiste
- English:
- parish
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “pa-ROHSH-tyuh” /pˠəˈɾˠoːʃtʲə/
- Plural:
- paróistí (parishes)
- Genitive singular:
- paróiste, an pharóiste (e.g. sagart an pharóiste, the parish priest)
- Genitive plural:
- paróistí, na bparóistí (e.g. teorainneacha na bparóistí, the boundaries of the parishes)
What does “paróiste” mean?
- parish
- An area served by one church and its priest, forming part of a diocese; also the community of people living there.Also: parish community, local parish.
“Paróiste” with the article
The plural of parish in Irish is paróistí. Here is paróiste after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Paróiste” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using paróiste, the Irish word for parish.
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Parish in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for parish?
The Irish for parish is paróiste (pronounced “pa-ROHSH-tyuh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is paróistí.
How do you pronounce paróiste in Irish?
Paróiste is said like “pa-ROHSH-tyuh” (IPA /pˠəˈɾˠoːʃtʲə/).
What is the plural of parish in Irish?
The plural of paróiste is paróistí; with the article, na paróistí means “the parishes”. The genitive plural is paróistí, as in teorainneacha na bparóistí (the boundaries of the parishes).
Why does paróiste change to pharóiste or bparóiste?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) paróiste becomes mo pharóiste (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bparóiste (eclipsis).
Is 'paróiste' used for GAA clubs too?
Yes, in Ireland local sport is often organised by parish, so 'foireann an pharóiste' means the parish team.
What is the difference between 'paróiste' and 'pobal'?
'Paróiste' is the parish as a territory or unit, while 'pobal' means the community or congregation; 'teach an phobail' is the parish church.
