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    Bautismo (en. Baptism)

    /bawˈtismo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Religious ritual that symbolizes purification and entry into the Christian community.
    My son's baptism will be next Saturday.
    El bautismo de mi hijo será el próximo sábado.
    Ceremony in which a person is given a name and welcomed into the Christian faith.
    It was an honor to be the godfather during the baptism.
    Fue un honor ser el padrino durante el bautismo.
    In some cultures, it applies to a name or a rite of passage that is not necessarily religious.
    The baptism of the new ship was a highly anticipated event.
    El bautismo del nuevo barco fue un evento muy esperado.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'baptisma', which means 'immersion'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    baptism by fire
    Difficult or dangerous experience that tests someone’s ability.
    bautismo de fuego
    baptism in faith
    Moment when a person accepts and commits to live according to the teachings of a religious faith.
    bautismo en la fe

    Related Words

    to baptize
    To perform the rite of baptism.
    bautizar
    godfather
    Person who sponsors the baptism of a child.
    padrino
    sacred
    Something considered divine or worthy of veneration.
    sagrado

    Slang Meanings

    Start of a new stage in life.
    It was his baptism into the business world.
    Fue su bautismo en el mundo de los negocios.
    Test or challenge that is considered fundamental.
    The exam was his baptism to enter the university.
    El examen era su bautismo para entrar a la universidad.