la
feminine
/maˈðɾina/
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Translation
godmother
Word origin
From Latin matrina, from mater ('mother'). The masculine equivalent padrino comes from pater ('father').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- matrina
- English cognates
- maternal, matron
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Pluralmadrinas
Examples
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My godmother always gives me something for my birthday.
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The bridesmaid wore a blue dress to the wedding.
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Who will be the baby's godmother?
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She is the patroness of a foundation for children.
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My godmother and my mother are sisters.
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