Portion has 2 syllables and the stress is on the first syllable.
| # | Sentence | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tom got a small portion of pie. | |
| 2. | The debt-servicing cost on bonds will take up major portion of the budget. | |
| 3. | The Middle East supplies a major portion of the oil that Japan consumes. | |
| 4. | Land occupies the minor portion of the earth's surface. | |
| 5. | Apart from a small portion of people, everyone uses the internet more than once a week. | |
| 6. | In the event that asbestos-covered mesh is found, ensure its safety by damping the asbestos portion to prevent dust release and wrapping in a plastic bag. | |
| 7. | A small portion of ham, please, and a draught beer. | |
| 8. | A portion of the island was destroyed by the massive waves. | |
| 9. | A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit children with disabilities. | |
| 10. | Now let's have a big portion of spaghetti and a cup of tea, my dear lords and ladies. |