This is the 4712th most frequent French word.
portier
Doorman or gatekeeper.
Here, the word 'portier' is used to describe a person who works at a hotel, assisting guests, commonly known as a porter or a doorman.
Le portier de l'hôtel nous a aidés avec nos bagages.
The porter of the hotel helped us with our luggage.
In this sentence, 'portier' refers to a goalkeeper in a sports context, specifically in soccer or hockey, responsible for guarding the goal.
Le portier de l'équipe a arrêté plusieurs tirs difficiles.
The goalkeeper of the team stopped several difficult shots.
Here, 'portier' signifies a doorman, someone who manages the entrance of a building and assists guests.