English–German

“pope” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/paːpst/

Example

Der Papst segnet die Pilger.

The pope blesses the pilgrims.

Illustration for Papst (pope)

How to say “pope” in German

“Pope” in German is Papst.

A senior Catholic church leader at the center of a public blessing in Rome.

Full entry for Papst: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Papst

Während der Audienz gratulierten die Gläubigen dem Papst lautstark.

During the audience, the faithful loudly congratulated the pope.

Tips for using Papst

  • Papst is masculine: der Papst, den Papst, and the plural die Päpste.

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