How to Pronounce Portraits

To pronounce "portraits", say PORTR-aits — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PORTR-aits

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💡 Tip for remembering “portraits”

"portraits" has 2 syllables: portr-aits.

What does portraits mean?

noun

  1. A painting or other picture of a person, especially the head and shoulders.
  2. An accurate depiction of a person, a mood, etc.

    “The author painted a good portrait of urban life in New York in his latest book.”

Antonyms

landscapeprofile

Related words

portraitureportrayalarchivesboardsdrawingsexcellentexcerptsheadshots

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portraits"?▾

"Portraits" has 2 syllables: portr · aits.

What does "portraits" mean?▾

Portraits: A painting or other picture of a person, especially the head and shoulders.

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