madrina
godmother
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/maˈdɾi.na/
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Cultural Note
The 'compadrazgo' system of godparents is central to Hispanic family life. A madrina takes on a lifelong responsibility for her godchild's spiritual and sometimes material welfare. Being chosen as madrina is a great honor and deepens the bond between families. The madrina also has a role in weddings.
📝 Example Sentences
Mi madrina me regaló una cadena de oro para mi bautizo.
My godmother gave me a gold chain for my baptism.
Ella fue la madrina de la boda.
She was the godmother at the wedding.