godmother
madrine
mah-DREE-nah
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.
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.