To pronounce "portress", say PORTR-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PORTR-ess
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"portress" has 2 syllables: portr-ess. It rhymes with fortress, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Portress" has 2 syllables: portr · ess.
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