How Do You Spell PORTION?

Pronunciation: [pˈɔːʃən] (IPA)

The word "portion" is spelled with six letters and three phonetic sounds. Using the IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /ˈpɔrʃən/. The first sound is the stressed "or" sound, followed by the "sh" sound, and ending with the "un" sound. The spelling of "portion" is consistent with English language rules, with "p" being used to represent the "plosive" sound at the beginning, "o" representing the "or" sound, "r" representing the "rhotic" sound in the middle, "sh" representing the "sh" sound, and "on" representing the "intonation" sound.

PORTION Meaning and Definition

  1. Portion is a noun that refers to a part or division of something that has been divided or allocated. It typically denotes a specific share or amount of a whole that has been designated for a particular purpose or individual. The term can be used in various contexts, including in general conversation as well as in more specific areas such as food, land, or time.

    In terms of food, a portion typically represents the amount of food one should consume during a particular meal or serving. It serves as a guide to managing the quantity of food intake and is often associated with maintaining a healthy diet. Similarly, in the context of land, portion refers to a piece of property that has been demarcated or divided for a specific use or ownership. It can be used to describe a specific area within a larger plot of land.

    Furthermore, portion can also refer to a specific period of time or duration assigned to a particular activity or task. It denotes a defined length of time that is allocated for a specific purpose or event. This time-based usage of portion can extend to various aspects of life, such as work, education, or leisure activities.

    In summary, portion refers to a part or division of something that has been allocated or designated for a particular purpose or individual. It applies to various contexts, including food, land, and time, and is widely used to represent a specific share or amount within a larger whole.

  2. • A part; a share; lot; final state; fate; a wife's dower or fortune.
    • To divide; to allot a share or shares.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of PORTION

The word "portion" originates from the Old French word "porcion" which means "share, portion, or part". It was derived from the Latin word "portionem" which had the same meaning. The Latin word was further derived from the verb "portare", meaning "to carry". In this context, "portion" refers to a part or share of something that is carried or dealt out to someone.

Idioms with the word PORTION

  • portion sth out The idiom "portion something out" means to divide or distribute something, typically food or resources, into smaller portions or quantities, often for the purpose of sharing or rationing.
  • a Benjamin's portion (or mess) The idiom "a Benjamin's portion (or mess)" refers to an amount, share, or serving that is generous, abundant, or excessive. It alludes to the biblical story of Benjamin, one of Jacob's sons, who was given a double portion of food compared to his brothers during a feast. Therefore, receiving a Benjamin's portion implies being granted an exceptionally large or generous portion of something.

Similar spelling words for PORTION

Plural form of PORTION is PORTIONS

Conjugate verb Portion

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have portioned
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

I will portion
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you portion
we let´s portion

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to portion

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was portioning
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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

I had portioned
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been portioning
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PRESENT

I portion
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am portioning
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

portioning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have portioned
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been portioning
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it portion

SIMPLE PAST

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