batizado
christening; baptism
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/bɐtiˈza.du/
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Cultural Note
Baptism remains one of the most important family celebrations in Portugal and Brazil, even among less religious families. The ceremony formalizes the compadrio (godparent) bond. In Brazil, the batizado celebration often includes traditional foods like brigadeiros and beijinhos, while in Portugal it typically features a formal sit-down meal.
📝 Example Sentences
O batizado do bebé é no domingo.
The baby's christening is on Sunday.
Toda a família veio para o batizado.
The whole family came for the christening.
O batizado foi seguido de uma grande festa.
The baptism was followed by a big party.