baptism / christening
battesimi
bat-TEH-zee-moh
In Catholic Italy, the battesimo marks a baby's entry into the Church and social community. A celebration (pranzo del battesimo) follows with family and friends. Bomboniere (favours) are given to guests.
Il battesimo del bambino si terrà in chiesa la domenica.
The baby's christening will take place in church on Sunday.
Al battesimo vengono invitati i parenti più stretti.
The closest relatives are invited to the baptism.