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portal

Definition:

(nou) a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically) (nou) a site that the owner positions as an entrance to other sites on the internet (nou) a short vein that carries blood into the liver

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpɔːtəl

Examples:

The east portal has a door that can be closed and fans to ventilate the tunnel.

Portal venous pressure is the blood pressure in the portal vein.

The enigmatic message is on the portal.

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door

entrance

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Common mistakes of portal pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "por-TAL" instead of the correct "POR-tal" (ˈpɔr.təl in US, ˈpɔː.təl in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
Vowel sound confusion: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "portal" as a long vowel, saying "poo-rtal" instead of the correct short sound. The correct pronunciation is with a short "o" (ˈpɔr.təl in US, ˈpɔː.təl in UK). Tip: Practice with words like "short" to get the vowel sound right.
Final "l" sound: Learners sometimes drop the final "l" sound, pronouncing it as "porta" instead of "portal". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "l" clearly at the end.
Schwa sound omission: Some speakers may overlook the schwa sound in the second syllable, leading to "por-tal" instead of the correct "por-təl" (ˈpɔr.təl in US, ˈpɔː.təl in UK). Tip: Remember that the second syllable is less stressed and has a softer sound.
Mispronouncing as a compound word: Some may mistakenly pronounce "portal" as two separate words, "port" and "al". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Treat "portal" as a single word to ensure clarity in communication.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "portal" in American English?

In American English, "portal" is pronounced as /ˈpɔrtəl/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "port," followed by a softer "əl."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "portal" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "portal" is pronounced as /ˈpɔːtəl/. The primary difference is in the vowel sound of the first syllable, where British English uses a longer "o" sound compared to the American pronunciation.

What is the correct syllable breakdown for "portal"?

"Portal" has two syllables, broken down as "por-tal." The first syllable "por" is stressed, while the second syllable "tal" is pronounced with a schwa sound, making it softer.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "portal"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "por-TAL" instead of the correct "POR-tal." This can make it sound less clear to listeners.