English Word · Intermediate
portlight
A window on a porthole
Pronunciation: say portlight
Meaning
A small, fixed window or glass-covered opening in the side of a ship or boat, often used for light or ventilation.
Example
The cabin felt much brighter once I cleaned the salt spray off the portlight.
The cabin felt much brighter once I cleaned the salt spray off the portlight.
Practice tips
- Practice portlight out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.