compadre
co-father (godparent relationship); close friend
Pronunciation
/kõˈpa.dɾɨ/
Cultural Note
The compadrio system creates a formalized bond between the parents and godparents of a child. When you baptize someone's child, the child's father becomes your 'compadre' and the mother your 'comadre.' This relationship carries obligations of mutual support, loyalty, and respect. It extends family networks beyond blood relations and is especially significant in rural communities across Portugal and Brazil.
📝 Example Sentences
O compadre veio do interior para o batizado.
The compadre came from the countryside for the christening.
Ele é meu compadre há vinte anos.
He has been my compadre for twenty years.
Os compadres jantam juntos todas as sextas.
The compadres have dinner together every Friday.