HeyRuaHow to say “parole” in Irish
- Irish:
- parúl
- English:
- parole, word of honour
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, first declension
- Pronunciation:
- “pa-ROOL” /pˠaˈɾˠuːlˠ/
- Plural:
- parúil (paroles)
- Genitive singular:
- parúil, an pharúil (e.g. coinníollacha an pharúil, the conditions of the parole)
- Genitive plural:
- parúl, na bparúl (e.g. coinníollacha na bparúl, the conditions of the paroles)
What does “parúl” mean?
“Parúl” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- parole
- The conditional early release of a prisoner, who must keep certain rules for the rest of the sentence.Also: conditional release, release on parole.
1 other meaning: word of honour
- 2word of honour
- A solemn promise given on one's honour, especially by a prisoner of war not to escape.Also: parole, pledge.
“Parúl” with the article
The plural of parole in Irish is parúil. Here is parúl after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Parúl” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using parúl, the Irish word for parole.
Other nouns in Irish
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Parole in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for parole?
The Irish for parole is parúl (pronounced “pa-ROOL”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is parúil. Depending on context it can also mean word of honour.
How do you pronounce parúl in Irish?
Parúl is said like “pa-ROOL” (IPA /pˠaˈɾˠuːlˠ/).
What is the plural of parole in Irish?
The plural of parúl is parúil; with the article, na parúil means “the paroles”. The genitive plural is parúl, as in coinníollacha na bparúl (the conditions of the paroles).
Does parúl have more than one meaning?
Yes. Parúl can mean parole or word of honour, depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does parúl change to pharúl or bparúl?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) parúl becomes mo pharúl (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bparúl (eclipsis).
How do I say 'on parole' in Irish?
Use 'ar parúl', for example 'Tá sé amuigh ar parúl' (He is out on parole).
