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UK/["/pɔːt/"]/US/["/pɔːrt/"]/

Meaning of Port

a town or city with a harbour, especially one where ships load and unload goods

In simple words: A place where ships dock to load and unload goods.

Port in a sentence

  • The ship docked at the port to unload its cargo.
  • He is the port authority representative who manages the harbor.
  • They spent the weekend enjoying the views from the port.
  • The data needs to be sent to the correct port on the computer.
  • She used a USB port to connect her device to the laptop.

How to use Port

Commonly used when discussing transportation and shipping. Not typically used in casual conversations unless related to travel or shipping. Can mean a place for loading ships or the software used for data.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'port' as a 'door' for ships leading to new places.

Related words

Collocations with Port

Synonyms for Port

Opposites of Port

  • starboard
  • starboard

Common mistakes with Port

  • Confusing with 'portal' - don't mix up transportation with entrance.
  • Using 'port' as a verb incorrectly - it's mainly a noun.
  • 'Port' may be confused with 'starboard' when discussing directions.

Compare Port with Harbor, Wharf

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Frequently asked questions about Port

What does Port mean?

A place where ships dock to load and unload goods.

What is the definition of Port?

a town or city with a harbour, especially one where ships load and unload goods

How do you use Port in a sentence?

The ship docked at the port to unload its cargo.

Can you give another example of Port?

He is the port authority representative who manages the harbor.

What are synonyms for Port?

Common alternatives include harbor, dock, wharf, terminus, pier.

What is the opposite of Port?

Opposite meanings include starboard, starboard.

What words go with Port?

It commonly pairs with bustling, busy, major, come into, enter, reach, area, city, town, in port, into port, a port of call, a port of entry, bustling, busy, major, come into, enter, reach, area, city, town, in port, into port, a port of call, a port of entry.

What are common mistakes when using Port?

Confusing with 'portal' - don't mix up transportation with entrance. Using 'port' as a verb incorrectly - it's mainly a noun. 'Port' may be confused with 'starboard' when discussing directions.

How do you pronounce Port?

US: /["/pɔːrt/"]/, UK: /["/pɔːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Port?

Commonly used when discussing transportation and shipping. Not typically used in casual conversations unless related to travel or shipping. Can mean a place for loading ships or the software used for data.

What CEFR level is Port?

"Port" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.