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    Portez (en. Wear)

    /pɔʁ.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To support or transport something.
    You must carry these books to the library.
    Vous devez porter ces livres jusqu'à la bibliothèque.
    To have something on oneself.
    She always wears a warm smile.
    Elle porte toujours un sourire chaleureux.
    To exercise or display an attitude.
    He carries his age well.
    Il porte bien son âge.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'portare' which means 'to carry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to bear fruit
    to produce results or positive effects.
    porter des fruits
    to wear one's heart
    to express one's feelings openly.
    porter son cœur
    to bear a responsibility
    to assume a duty or role.
    porter une responsabilité

    Related Words

    bearer
    A person who carries or supports something.
    porteur
    bearing
    The action of carrying or supporting.
    portance
    portability
    The ability to be easily transported.
    portabilité

    Slang Meanings

    To be in charge or have control over a situation.
    He is carrying the project on his shoulders.
    Il porte le projet sur ses épaules.
    To stay cool or comfortable in a situation.
    He handled that like a pro.
    Il a porté ça comme un pro.