How to Pronounce "porthole"
word
ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl
PAWRT-hohl
pˈɔːthəʊl
PAWT-hohl
Definition
A porthole is a small, usually round window in the side of a ship or aircraft, designed to let in light and air.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl
British English
pˈɔːthəʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAWRT-hohl
UK
PAWT-hohl
Listen in Context
The cabin has a small porthole.
He looked out the porthole to see the sea.
A porthole lets in fresh air and light.
The rain tapped against the porthole during the storm.