English–French
“parish priest” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/kyʁe/
Example
Le curé a béni la maison.
The parish priest blessed the house.
How to say “parish priest” in French
“Parish priest” in French is curé.
A local Catholic priest who guides a parish's religious life and cares for its members.
Example sentences with curé
Le curé du village connaît bien les habitants.
The parish priest of the village knows the residents well.
Tips for using curé
- In modern French, curé remains a standard word for a Catholic parish priest, while prêtre is the broader term for a priest.