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How to Pronounce "parish"

word

/ˈpæɹɪʃ/
PA-rish
/pˈæɹɪʃ/
PA-rish

Definition

A parish is a local community or area with its own church and priest, especially in the Christian tradition. In some countries, 'parish' can also mean a local government district.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈpæɹɪʃ/

British English

/pˈæɹɪʃ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

PA-rish

UK

PA-rish

Listen in Context

The parish has a beautiful old church.

Our family goes to the parish every Sunday.

The parish priest helps many people in our town.

She volunteers at different events in her parish.