How to Pronounce Portage

To pronounce "portage", say PORT-ag-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

PORT-ag-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “portage”

"portage" has 3 syllables: port-ag-e. It rhymes with shortage and reportage, if that helps it stick.

What does portage mean?

noun

  1. An act of carrying, especially the carrying of a boat overland between two waterways.
  2. The route used for such carrying.

verb

  1. To carry a boat overland

Words that rhyme with portage

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shortagereportage

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portage"?▾

"Portage" has 3 syllables: port · ag · e.

What does "portage" mean?▾

Portage: An act of carrying, especially the carrying of a boat overland between two waterways.

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