How to Pronounce Portray

To pronounce "portray", say PORTR-ay — 2 syllables, IPA /pɔɹˈtɹeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/pɔɹˈtɹeɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “portray”

"portray" has 2 syllables: portr-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does portray mean?

verb

To paint or draw the likeness of.
“I will portray a king on horseback.”
To describe in words; to convey.

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Words that rhyme with portray

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convey display dismay sobriquet disarray allay gay decay play cache fray array

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "portray"?▾

"Portray" has 2 syllables: portr · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "portray"?▾

The IPA transcription of "portray" is /pɔɹˈtɹeɪ/.

What does "portray" mean?▾

Portray: To paint or draw the likeness of.

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