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Garda Síochána

American  
[gahr-duh shee-khah-nuh] / ˈgɑr də ˌʃi xɑ nə /

noun

  1. the police force of the Republic of Ireland.


Garda Síochána British  
/ ˈɡɑːrdə ˌʃɪəˈxɑːnə /

noun

  1. the police force of the Republic of Ireland

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Garda Síochána

C20: from Irish Gaelic garda guard + síochána of the peace, from síocháin peace

Example Sentences

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During his evidence, he said that the RUC and An Garda Síochána did not routinely share information relating to the attack.

From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026

An Garda Síochána has been contacted for comment.

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026

In a statement An Garda Síochána said: "Today's arrest is another extremely important demonstration of the need for international law enforcement co-operation in tackling transnational organised crime."

From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026

Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland programme An Garda Síochána Acting Deputy Commissioner Paul Cleary said the violence was "unacceptable" and there would be a relentless pursuit of those responsible.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2025

Speaking in Cork to RTÉ News, Micheál Martin said he wanted to extend his "deepest sympathies to his family, to his friends and to the entire membership of An Garda Síochána".

From BBC ● May 11, 2025

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