How to Say ‘The christening’ in Portuguese
O batizado
oo bah-tee-ZAH-doo
[oo bah-tee-ZAH-doo]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Christenings remain big family occasions in Portugal, often followed by a long lunch. Being asked to be padrinho "godfather" or madrinha "godmother" is a real honour.
Phrase Breakdown
O
[oo]
the (masculine singular)
Article used before a masculine singular noun; often unstressed in speech.
O bilhete é mais barato se comprares com antecedência.
The ticket is cheaper if you buy in advance.
batizado
[bah-tee-ZAH-doo]
christening / baptism
The religious ceremony and party for baptizing a child.
O batizado é na igreja.
The christening is at the church.
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