Translation guide
The English word "padre" is an informal term for a priest or chaplain, especially in military contexts. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 神父 (shinpu) for Catholic priests, but military chaplains are often referred to with specific terms like 従軍神父 or チャプレン.
To refer to a Catholic priest in a casual or familiar way, similar to 'Father'.
Standard term for a Catholic priest. Can be used both formally and informally, often with the surname (e.g., 田中神父).
To refer to a chaplain serving in the armed forces.
Specifically a Catholic priest serving as a military chaplain. For Protestant chaplains, 従軍牧師 (じゅうぐんぼくし) is used.
Directly using 'パードレ' in Japanese may not be understood by most speakers. Stick to 神父 or チャプレン depending on context.
パードレは毎週日曜日にミサを行う。
The padre holds Mass every Sunday.
Padre, I need to talk to you.
Loanword from Spanish/English, used occasionally in Japanese to mimic the foreign flavor, but not common in everyday speech.
A padre appeared in the movie.
He served as a navy padre.
Loanword from English 'chaplain', used in modern contexts, especially for non-Catholic or interfaith chaplains.
A chaplain (padre) is stationed at the base.