Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

portar

Verb

/poɾˈtaʁ/

Definition

to carry or to hold; to bear or to wear.

Examples

Ele precisa portar a mala para o aeroporto. (He needs to carry the suitcase to the airport.)
Ela sempre porta um sorriso no rosto. (She always wears a smile on her face.)
É importante portar-se bem em público. (It is important to behave well in public.)

Meaning

In Portuguese, ‘portar’ is a verb that signifies the act of carrying something or holding a particular state or demeanor. It can also imply the control of one’s behavior or the way one presents oneself.