How to Pronounce Porthole

To pronounce "porthole", say PORTH-ol-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “porthole”

"porthole" has 3 syllables: porth-ol-e.

What does porthole mean?

noun

  1. A gunport; an opening in the hull of a ship through which cannon are fired.
  2. A circular window set in the hull of a ship.

Synonyms

scuttle

Related words

portembrasureportlightgunportportageportsillchaseporthalf-port

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "porthole"?▾

"Porthole" has 3 syllables: porth · ol · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "porthole"?▾

The IPA transcription of "porthole" is /ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl/.

What does "porthole" mean?▾

Porthole: A gunport; an opening in the hull of a ship through which cannon are fired.

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