Hyphenation of astringent
How to hyphenate astringent
Because it is a word with a single syllable, astringent is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 10
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 10
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of astringent
astringent is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounA substance which draws tissue together, thus restricting the flow of blood.
Definition 1 as adjective
- adjectiveExtremely sour, bitter.
- adjectiveSharp, caustic, severe.
- adjectiveCausing a dry or puckering mouthfeel; characteristic of foods with high tannin content, such as certain kinds of berries and citrus fruits.
- adjectiveHaving the effect of drawing tissue together; styptic.
Words nearby astringent
- astrier
- astriferous
- astrild
- astringe
- astringed
- astringence
- astringencies
- astringency
- (astringent)
- astringently
- astringents
- astringer
- astringes
- astringing
- astrion
- astrionics
- astro-
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What is hyphenation
Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.
In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.