To pronounce "portends", say PORT-ends — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
portends
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PORT-ends
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"portends" has 2 syllables: port-ends. It rhymes with contends and amends, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Portends" has 2 syllables: port · ends.
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