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In Italian Catholic tradition, the padrino (godfather) has a social and spiritual role. 'Il Padrino' is also how The Godfather film trilogy is titled in Italy, giving the word famous worldwide resonance.
Il padrino è il testimone del battesimo.
The godfather is the witness at the baptism.
Il mio padrino mi ha regalato una medaglietta d'oro al battesimo.
My godfather gave me a gold medallion at my baptism.