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    Curés (en. Priests)

    /kyʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A priest in charge of a parish.
    The priest celebrated mass this morning.
    Le curé a célébré la messe ce matin.
    A respected man in the religious community.
    The priest is often consulted for spiritual advice.
    Le curé est souvent consulté pour des conseils spirituels.
    A member of the clergy exercising pastoral functions.
    Priests play an important role in the lives of the faithful.
    Les curés jouent un rôle important dans la vie des fidèles.

    Etymology

    The word 'curé' comes from the Latin 'curatus', designating someone responsible for a cure or parish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    country priest
    A priest living and working in a rural area.
    curé de campagne
    to make an act of faith
    To take a spiritual or religious commitment.
    faire acte de foi
    the priest’s affairs
    The concerns or activities of a priest.
    les affaires du curé

    Related Words

    parish
    Territory administered by a priest.
    paroisse
    mass
    Liturgical celebration led by a priest.
    messe
    sacristy
    Room where the priest prepares for mass.
    sacristie

    Slang Meanings

    Power of influence in a community
    He has the same power as a priest in his neighborhood.
    Il a le même pouvoir qu'un curé dans son quartier.
    Figure of moral authority
    Don’t be so strict, we’re not under a priest's authority!
    Ne sois pas si strict, on n'est pas sous l'autorité d'un curé !