How to Pronounce Portended

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PORT-end-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “portended”

"portended" has 3 syllables: port-end-ed.

What does portended mean?

verb

  1. To serve as a warning or omen of.
  2. To signify; to denote.

    “Let it be known that the Rapture portends the End of Days.”

Synonyms

foreshadowpresage

Related words

bodepresageomenforetellforeshadowprognosticateforecastprefigure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portended"?▾

"Portended" has 3 syllables: port · end · ed.

What does "portended" mean?▾

Portended: To serve as a warning or omen of.

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