Como Pronunciar "portman"
word
PORT-muhn
PAWT-muhn
Definição
A 'portman' is an old term for a citizen or official of a town with a port, especially in medieval England. It was used for members of the governing body or officials who managed affairs in such towns.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈpɔɹtmən
Inglês Britânico
ˈpɔːtmən
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
PORT-muhn
UK
PAWT-muhn
Ouça em Contexto
In medieval times, a portman was an important figure in the town.
The portman helped govern the port town.
Each year, new portmen were chosen by the townspeople.
It's rare to hear the word portman outside of history books nowadays.