der Taufpate
Translation
godfather
Examples
Mein Onkel ist mein Taufpate.
My uncle is my godfather.
Der Taufpate hat eine wichtige Rolle.
The godfather has an important role.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((sb.'s)) godfather He is my son's godfather.
Similar Words
Pate (godfather/sponsor), Patenonkel (godfather)
Etymology
Composed of 'Taufe' (baptism) + 'Pate' (godfather, sponsor). 'Pate' comes from the Latin 'pater' (father).
Memory Tips
Literally 'baptism father'. The German title for the movie 'The Godfather' is 'Der Pate'.