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UK//ˈpɔːtə//US//ˈpɔrtər//

Meaning of Porter

A person employed to carry luggage.

In simple words: A person who carries luggage.

Porter in a sentence

  • The porter quickly took our bags to the room.
  • I asked the porter for directions to the nearest restaurant.
  • At the train station, the porter helped us find our carriage.
  • Many hotels employ a porter to assist guests with their luggage.
  • The busy porter navigated through the crowd with ease.

How to use Porter

Commonly used in hotels and train stations; can be less common in casual conversation. Be mindful of using contextually appropriate terms for different job roles.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'porter' as a 'porter' who helps carry your bags.

Related words

Collocations with Porter

  • hotel porter
  • train porter
  • luggage porter
  • airport porter
  • freight porter

Synonyms for Porter

Common mistakes with Porter

  • Confusing 'porter' with 'waiter'; they have different roles.
  • Using 'porter' as a verb instead of a noun.

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Frequently asked questions about Porter

What does Porter mean?

A person who carries luggage.

What is the definition of Porter?

A person employed to carry luggage.

How do you use Porter in a sentence?

The porter quickly took our bags to the room.

Can you give another example of Porter?

I asked the porter for directions to the nearest restaurant.

What are synonyms for Porter?

Common alternatives include bellhop, luggage carrier, doorman, helper, attendant.

What words go with Porter?

It commonly pairs with hotel porter, train porter, luggage porter, airport porter, freight porter.

What are common mistakes when using Porter?

Confusing 'porter' with 'waiter'; they have different roles. Using 'porter' as a verb instead of a noun.

How do you pronounce Porter?

US: //ˈpɔrtər//, UK: //ˈpɔːtə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Porter?

Commonly used in hotels and train stations; can be less common in casual conversation. Be mindful of using contextually appropriate terms for different job roles.