Significado
To put on and have clothing on one's body.
Contexto cultural
Fashion is a social marker. Using 'porter' correctly shows you understand the importance of appearance. In Quebec, 'porter' is used similarly, but the vocabulary for winter clothing is more frequent. Traditional fabrics are often described using 'porter', emphasizing the cultural heritage of the garment.
State vs Action
Always remember: Porter = State, Mettre = Action.
Accessories
You can use 'porter' for glasses, watches, and jewelry too!
Significado
To put on and have clothing on one's body.
State vs Action
Always remember: Porter = State, Mettre = Action.
Accessories
You can use 'porter' for glasses, watches, and jewelry too!
Ponte a prueba
Conjugate 'porter' correctly.
Aujourd'hui, je ______ un pull bleu.
First person singular requires 'porte'.
Select the correct verb.
Pour le mariage, il ______ une cravate.
He is in the state of wearing a tie.
Match the subject to the verb.
Nous / Ils
Correct conjugation for nous and ils.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Que ______-tu? B: Je porte un jean.
Tu requires the -es ending.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosAujourd'hui, je ______ un pull bleu.
First person singular requires 'porte'.
Pour le mariage, il ______ une cravate.
He is in the state of wearing a tie.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
Correct conjugation for nous and ils.
A: Que ______-tu? B: Je porte un jean.
Tu requires the -es ending.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasYes, 'Je porte des chaussures' is perfect.
No, it is neutral and used by everyone.
You can say 'Je porte un sac', but it means you are holding it.
Use the imparfait: 'Je portais'.
Yes, 'Je porte un parfum' is very common.
They are similar, but 'porter' is more common for clothes.
No, the verb 'porter' does not change based on the gender of the clothes.
Because describing appearance is a fundamental human activity.
Frases relacionadas
S'habiller
contrastTo get dressed
Être bien habillé
similarTo be well-dressed
Porter sur soi
builds onTo carry on one's person
