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ahem

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "ahem" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

1 syllable
4 characters
English (US)
1syllable

ahem

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Because it is a word with a single syllable, ahem is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

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Definitions ofahem

1noun
  • A use of the interjection, ahem.
1interjection
  • The sound of a quiet cough or of clearing one's throat
  • An exclamation or cough to get attention

    Example: "Ahem! Could we please get started?"

  • An exclamation of disapproval or annoyance

    Example: "Ahem! In case you didn't notice, I did my share, too."

  • An exclamation to indicate sarcasm

    Example: "I really (ahem!) liked the chocolate broccoli surprise."

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