Meaning
To put on and have a coat as clothing.
Cultural Background
Coats are often kept on in public spaces like cafes if it's very cold. In Quebec, winter coats are extremely heavy and specialized.
Remember the state
If you are already wearing it, use 'porter'.
Meaning
To put on and have a coat as clothing.
Remember the state
If you are already wearing it, use 'porter'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Il ___ un manteau rouge.
We use 'porter' for the state of wearing.
Select the correct verb.
Je ___ mon manteau avant de sortir.
This is the action of putting it on.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesIl ___ un manteau rouge.
We use 'porter' for the state of wearing.
Je ___ mon manteau avant de sortir.
This is the action of putting it on.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, 'porter des chaussures' is correct.
Yes, it is always 'un manteau'.
Related Phrases
Mettre un manteau
contrastTo put on a coat
Enlever un manteau
contrastTo take off a coat
