How to Pronounce Portamento

To pronounce "portamento", say PORT-am-ent-o — 4 syllables, IPA /pɔːtəˈmɛntəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/pɔːtəˈmɛntəʊ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “portamento”

"portamento" has 4 syllables: port-am-ent-o.

What does portamento mean?

noun

  1. A smooth, gliding transition from one note to another; used especially with stringed instruments, and sometimes on brass.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portamento"?▾

"Portamento" has 4 syllables: port · am · ent · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "portamento"?▾

The IPA transcription of "portamento" is /pɔːtəˈmɛntəʊ/.

What does "portamento" mean?▾

Portamento: A smooth, gliding transition from one note to another; used especially with stringed instruments, and sometimes on brass.

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