Padrino (en. Godfather)

/padˈri.no/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A man who provides support or protection, often in a social or spiritual occasion.

He is the godfather of Maria's wedding.

Siya ang padrino ng kasal ni Maria.

A person who has a responsibility towards a child during religious or civil ceremonies.

They chose their friend to be the godfather for their child.

Pinili nila ang kanilang kaibigan bilang padrino para sa kanilang anak.

A person who supports or sponsors a business or project.

The godfather of their project is a well-known businessman.

Ang padrino ng kanilang proyekto ay isang kilalang negosyante.

Spanish for 'godfather'

wedding godfather

A man with responsibility in a wedding.

padrino ng kasal

baptism godfather

A man with duty in a child's baptism.

padrino sa binyag

ninang

The female counterpart who has a similar duty toward a child or ceremony.

ninang

Someone who has wealth or influence that helps others.

My friend is his padrino at work so John always has support.

Si Pare ay padrino sa kanya sa trabaho kaya laging may suporta si John.

A well-known person who takes care of or looks after a child or person.

My padrino at the baptism is Uncle Tony who is super famous in the neighborhood.

Ang padrino ko sa baptism ay si Tito Tony na sobrang sikat sa barangay.

Doing a favor or assistance because of connections.

He needed a favor from the boss, so he looked for a padrino.

Kailangan ng pabor kay Boss, kaya naghanap siya ng padrino.