The root word "port" comes from the Latin word "portare," which means "to carry" or "to bring." This root appears in several English words. Here are the meanings of the two examples you provided:
-
Transport: This word is formed from the prefix "trans-" meaning "across" or "beyond," combined with "port." Thus, "transport" means to carry something from one place to another.
-
Portable: This word combines "port" with the suffix "-able," which indicates capability. Therefore, "portable" refers to something that is capable of being carried or moved easily.
In summary, both words involve the concept of carrying, with "transport" emphasizing the act of carrying across distances and "portable" highlighting the ease of carrying something.