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    Padrino (en. Godfather)

    [paˈðɾino]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A man who sponsors a child at their baptism.
    Juan was my son's godfather at his baptism.
    Juan fue el padrino de mi hijo en su baptism.
    A person who protects or supports someone, often in an informal or business context.
    I need a godfather to get the job I want.
    Necesito un padrino para conseguir el trabajo que quiero.
    A man who acts as a mentor or guide to someone.
    The godfather of the company taught him everything about the business.
    El padrino de la empresa le enseñó todo sobre el negocio.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'patrīnus', which means 'father'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be the godfather
    To assume the responsibility and commitment to care for someone.
    ser el padrino
    war godfather
    An influential person who protects or helps a group in conflict.
    padrino de guerra
    neighborhood godfather
    A respected person in a community who exerts influence and support.
    padrino de barrio

    Related Words

    godmother
    A woman who sponsors a child or person.
    madrina
    to sponsor
    To assume the responsibility for a child or support someone.
    apadrinar
    fatherhood
    The state of being a father.
    paternidad

    Slang Meanings

    A person who grants favors or assistance in informal settings.
    Don't worry, I have a godfather who can help me.
    No te preocupes, tengo un padrino que me puede ayudar.
    Boss or leader in a gang or group context.
    That guy is the godfather of the neighborhood, everyone respects him.
    Ese tipo es el padrino del barrio, todos lo respetan.