Hello,
I was looking for information on the Irish gaelic translation of the word "Parents" or "Mother and Father". Some people that i have spoken with indicate there is no such word. I have also been told that the informal - plural Irish Gaelic word is TUISTI' - is that correct?

I woul really appreciate it any guidance you can give me. If you know of any other source of information I would also appreciate it.

Thank you for your time

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Nancy

Parents = "tuistí" or "tuismitheoirí" or "muintir", though the latter can mean family as well

The singular parent = tuismitheoir

A chara,
There is indeed an Irish word for parents. 'Tuismitheoiri' is the Irish for 'Parents' (this is commonly abbreviated to 'tuisti' in the spoken language.)
'Athair agus Mathair' is the Irish for 'Father and Mother'

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