English–Japanese

“catholic priest” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishinpu

Example

ミサの後で神父と話しました。mi sa no ato de shin pu to hana shi ma shi ta

I spoke with the priest after Mass.

Illustration for 神父 (catholic priest)

How to say “catholic priest” in Japanese

“Catholic priest” in Japanese is 神父 (shinpu).

Refers to a Catholic clergy member who serves believers through Mass and spiritual guidance.

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

Example sentences with 神父

その神父は毎週日曜日に教会で説教をします。so no shin pu wa mai shū nichi yō hi ni kyō kai de sek kyō o shi ma su

That priest gives a sermon at the church every Sunday.

Tips for using 神父

  • In Japanese, 神父 (shinpu) refers specifically to a Catholic priest, while 牧師 (bokushi) usually refers to a Protestant minister.

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