What are the parts of speech portable?

The word "portable" can function as two different parts of speech, depending on its use in a sentence:

1. Adjective: When "portable" describes a noun, it functions as an adjective.

* Example: "She bought a portable computer." (Describing the noun "computer")

2. Noun: When "portable" is used as the subject or object of a sentence, it functions as a noun. This usage is less common but still possible.

* Example: "The new portable is much lighter than the old one." ("Portable" refers to a specific portable item, likely a computer or device.)

Therefore, "portable" can be either an adjective or a noun.