No. 12,764 in Russian
крестным
"Крестным" means "godfather" in English.
In a sentence
Он стал крестным отцом моего сына.
He became the godfather of my son.
In this sentence, 'крестным' is used as an adjective describing the noun 'отцом' (godfather), indicating the religious role.
Мы пригласили его быть крестным на крестинах.
We invited him to be the godfather at the christening.
Here, 'крестным' is used as a substantive form, referring directly to the role of 'godfather' in religious ceremonies.
Она была рада принять крестным заботы о ребенке.
She was glad to take on the responsibilities of being the godparent.
In this context, 'крестным' is used metaphorically, emphasizing the act of care associated with being a godparent.
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