How to Pronounce "portly"
word
ˈpɔɹtɫi
PORT-lee
pˈɔːtli
PAWT-lee
Definition
Describes someone, especially a man, who is slightly or somewhat fat in a dignified or respectable way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɹtɫi
British English
pˈɔːtli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PORT-lee
UK
PAWT-lee
Listen in Context
The portly man wore a suit and tie.
A portly gentleman opened the door.
The portly mayor smiled at everyone.
He was a portly fellow with a warm laugh.