A2NounMasculine
il portiere
goalkeeper
/por-TYEH-reh/
Plural: portieri
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What does ‘portiere’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Il portiere ha parato un rigore incredibile.
The goalkeeper saved an incredible penalty.
Buffon è uno dei migliori portieri di tutti i tempi.
Buffon is one of the best goalkeepers of all time.
About This Word
Portiere also means 'doorman/concierge' — context makes it clear.
Related Words
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