Portal frames are a type of structural frame, that, in their simplest form, are characterised by a

beam (or rafter) supported at either end by columns, however, the joints between the beam and
columns are 'rigid' so that the bending moment in the beam is transferred to the columns.

Reference
https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Portal_frame#:~:text=Portal%20frames%20are%20a%20typ
e,is%20transferred%20to%20the%20columns.