Plural of parable
regular plural
The plural of parable is parables.
Forms of parable
| Singular | parable /ˈpaɹəbəl/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | parables |
| Countable | countable |
Parables in a sentence
- In the New Testament the parables told by Jesus Christ convey His message, as in "The parable of the prodigal son".
- Catholic homilies normally draw on at least one Biblical lecture, often parables.
- Let us consider the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price.2019 July, Catherine Maresca, “The Pearl and the Hidden Treasure”, in Violence and Nonviolence in Scripture: Helping Children Understand…. From the entry kindom
- You've intrigued me with the idea that certain parables are often misinterpreted and therefore mispreached.2012, Jeffrey D. Arthurs, Craig Brian Larson, Interpretation and Application, page 48. From the entry mispreach
- But to audiences who appreciate the collision of hyperliteracy with parables from the tabloids, she’s an outstanding M.C.2007 September 6, Virginia Heffernan, “A Pop Savant, Up Late and Armed With Wit”, in New York Times. From the entry hyperliteracy
Meaning of parable
- noun A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy.
- verb To represent by parable.
- adjective That can easily be prepared or procured; obtainable.
Questions about the plural of parable
- What is the plural of parable?
- The plural of parable is parables.
- Is parable countable?
- Parable is a countable noun.
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