How Do You Spell PORTAGE?

Pronunciation: [pˈɔːtɪd͡ʒ] (IPA)

The word "portage" is often misspelled as "portidge" due to the pronunciation of the "d" sound at the end of the word. However, the correct spelling of the word is "portage" with a "g" sound at the end. In IPA phonetic transcription, the correct pronunciation is /pɔrˈtæʒ/ with a voiced velar stop at the end. This word refers to the act of carrying a boat or cargo over land between two bodies of water.

PORTAGE Meaning and Definition

  1. Portage is a noun that refers to the act or process of carrying or transporting a boat, goods, or equipment overland between two bodies of water to avoid an obstacle such as a waterfall, rapids, or a detour on a river. It entails lifting and carrying the vessel or cargo and is typically done by foot or using specialized equipment like canoes, carts, or sledges.

    This term is commonly associated with canoeing or kayaking, where portaging is often necessary when encountering sections of fast-moving waters, rocky terrains, or areas where the water is not navigable. It requires physical strength, endurance, and careful maneuvering to safely transport the watercraft or equipment from one side to the other.

    Portages can vary in length, ranging from short distances that can be completed in a matter of minutes to more extended journeys that may take several hours or even days. Throughout history, portages have been crucial trade routes, connecting different regions and facilitating the movement of goods and resources. They have played a significant role in the exploration and colonization of new territories, particularly in regions with extensive waterways.

    In summary, portage refers to the act of moving a boat or cargo overland between two bodies of water, often to circumvent a natural obstacle. It is an essential skill in water-based activities and has cultural and historical significance in the development and exploration of various regions.

  2. The act of carrying; the price of carriage; in Amer., a break in a chain of water communication, over which merchandise, stores, and boats have to be carried on men's backs, or otherwise.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of PORTAGE

The word "portage" derives from the French word "portage", which itself comes from the verb "porter" meaning "to carry". In French, "portage" refers to the act of carrying a heavy object or load, such as a boat, overland from one body of water to another. The term entered the English language in the early 18th century, specifically used to describe the action of carrying or transporting a boat or its cargo between two bodies of water, typically across a narrow strip of land. Today, "portage" is commonly used to refer to the act or process of carrying a canoe, kayak, or other watercraft overland to bypass an obstruction or to reach another body of water.

Similar spelling words for PORTAGE

Plural form of PORTAGE is PORTAGES

Conjugate verb Portage

CONDITIONAL

I would portage
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be portaging
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have portage
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been portaging
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FUTURE

I will portage
you will portage
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we will portage
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be portaging
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have portaged
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you portage
we let´s portage

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to portage

PAST

I portaged
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he/she/it portaged
we portaged
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PAST CONTINUOUS

I was portaging
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PAST PARTICIPLE

portaged

PAST PERFECT

I had portaged
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been portaging
you had been portaging
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PRESENT

I portage
you portage
he/she/it portages
we portage
they portage

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am portaging
you are portaging
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

portaging

PRESENT PERFECT

I have portaged
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been portaging
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I would have portaged
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