B1NounFeminine
la madrina
godmother
/mah-DREE-nah/
Plural: madrine
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What does ‘madrina’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
La madrina tiene il bambino in braccio durante il battesimo.
The godmother holds the baby during the baptism.
Mia madrina è anche la mia zia preferita.
My godmother is also my favourite aunt.
About This Word
The madrina (godmother) plays a role in Catholic sacraments: baptism (battesimo) and confirmation (cresima). Traditionally, godparents have a lifelong responsibility for the spiritual child's wellbeing.
Related Words
padrinobattesimochiesacresimacomare