Portera (en. Will carry)

[pɔʁ.te.ʁa]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To have something on oneself, in hand, or on the back.
She will wear a pretty dress for the wedding.
Elle portera un joli robe pour le mariage.
To transport or move something from one point to another.
He will carry the books to the library tomorrow.
Il portera les livres à la bibliothèque demain.
To endure or bear something.
He will take responsibility for his actions.
Il portera la responsabilité de ses actes.

Etymology

From the Latin 'portare', which means to carry or transport.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to toast
To give a speech in honor of someone while raising a glass.
porter un toast
to bring luck
To bring luck to someone.
porter chance
to bear the weight of
To support a burden or responsibility.
porter le poids de

Related Words

port
A place where ships dock.
port
to support
To help or take on something difficult.
supporter
transport
Movement of people or goods from one place to another.
transport

Slang Meanings

To always be on the lookout.
She is always on her toes; she will carry everything on her shoulders.
Elle est toujours sur le qui-vive, elle portera tout sur ses épaules.
To take charge of something.
He will host the evening to make sure everything goes well.
Il portera la soirée pour s'assurer que tout se passe bien.