battesimo
baptism, christening
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/bat.ˈte.zi.mo/
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Cultural Note
The battesimo is typically the first major family celebration for a new Italian child, even in non-religious families. It is customary to give gold jewelry (a chain or medallion) as a baptism gift. The celebration often includes an elaborate meal with extended family, similar in scale to a small wedding.
📝 Example Sentences
Il battesimo del bambino sarà sabato prossimo.
The baby's baptism will be next Saturday.
Dopo il battesimo, c'è stato un grande pranzo in famiglia.
After the baptism, there was a big family lunch.
Ha ricevuto una medaglietta d'oro per il battesimo.
He received a gold medal for his baptism.