word
port de bras
por duh BRAH
pɔːr də ˈbrɑːListen
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Syllable breakdown
portdebras
Dictionary meaning
The movement or placement of the arms in ballet.
History and origin
French, meaning 'carriage of the arms'.
Examples
- Her port de bras made the variation look calm and expansive.
Common mispronunciations
port de BRASS
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