How to spell POTRAYED correctly?

If you often misspell "potrayed", you're not alone! The correct spelling is "portrayed". To avoid confusion, try mnemonic devices like thinking of a "port" where actors enter a stage to be portrayed. Alternatively, rely on spellcheck tools or try sounding out the word syllable by syllable (port-rayed).

• Betrayed I felt betrayed by my best friend when she revealed my secret to everyone.
• portrayed The actor portrayed a villain in the movie with such conviction that the audience left the theater feeling intimidated.
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• Strayed The lost dog had strayed far from his home.

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