How to Pronounce Purport

To pronounce "purport", say PURP-ort — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɜːpɔːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɜːpɔːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “purport”

"purport" has 2 syllables: purp-ort. It rhymes with snort and support, if that helps it stick.

What does purport mean?

noun

  1. Import, intention or purpose
  2. Disguise; covering

verb

  1. To convey, imply, or profess outwardly (often falsely).

    “He purports himself to be an international man of affairs.”

  2. (construed with to) To intend.

    “He purported to become an international man of affairs.”

Words that rhyme with purport

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snortsupportthwartshortcourtdistortretortreportescortexhortportresort

Related words

purposeintentproposespiritdriftaimpretendargue

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "purport"?▾

"Purport" has 2 syllables: purp · ort.

What is the IPA transcription of "purport"?▾

The IPA transcription of "purport" is /ˈpɜːpɔːt/.

What does "purport" mean?▾

Purport: Import, intention or purpose

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