This root appears in many English words, giving them a connection to the idea of carrying or bearing something. Here are some examples:
* Portable: Something that can be easily carried.
* Import: To bring something into a country.
* Export: To send something out of a country.
* Support: To hold something up or provide assistance.
* Report: To give an account of something.
* Transport: To carry something from one place to another.
The root "portare" gives these words a shared meaning related to carrying or bearing, even if the specific context varies.