godmother
madrine
mah-DREE-nah
The madrina (godmother) is chosen with great care and is expected to be a lifelong presence and moral guide for the child. She typically gives a significant gift at each religious milestone.
La madrina ha tenuto il bambino in braccio durante il battesimo.
The godmother held the baby in her arms during the baptism.
La mia madrina mi porta sempre un regalo per il compleanno.
My godmother always brings me a birthday gift.