How to Pronounce Portend

To pronounce "portend", say PORT-end — 2 syllables, IPA /pɔːˈtɛnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/pɔːˈtɛnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “portend”

"portend" has 2 syllables: port-end. It rhymes with contend and comprehend, if that helps it stick.

What does portend mean?

verb

To serve as a warning or omen of.
To signify; to denote.
“Let it be known that the Rapture portends the End of Days.”

Synonyms

foreshadow presage

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Words that rhyme with portend

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contend comprehend apprehend transcend commend condescend attend mend friend extend bend descend

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portend"?▾

"Portend" has 2 syllables: port · end.

What is the IPA transcription of "portend"?▾

The IPA transcription of "portend" is /pɔːˈtɛnd/.

What does "portend" mean?▾

Portend: To serve as a warning or omen of.

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