Meaning of the word portion in English

What does portion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

portion

US /ˈpɔːr.ʃən/

UK /ˈpɔː.ʃən/

a part of a whole; a share

Example:

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He ate a large portion of the cake.

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Each student received an equal portion of the prize money.

Synonym:

share part segment slice piece

an amount of food suitable for one person

Example:

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The restaurant serves generous portions.

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I asked for a smaller portion of pasta.

Synonym:

serving helping amount quantity

to divide into portions; to distribute

Example:

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The inheritance was portioned among the children.

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She carefully portioned out the ingredients for the recipe.

Synonym:

divide distribute allocate apportion ration