English–French
“godfather” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/paʁɛ̃/
Example
Mon parrain m'a offert un livre pour mon baptême.
My godfather gave me a book for my baptism.
How to say “godfather” in French
“Godfather” in French is parrain.
A recognized adult linked to a child as a continuing source of guidance, support, and formal protection.
Example sentences with parrain
Elle a demandé à son frère d'être parrain.
She asked her brother to be a godfather.
Tips for using parrain
- The final -ain in parrain represents a nasal vowel, so the final n is not pronounced as a separate consonant.