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backboard

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

2 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
2syllables

backboard

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

backboard is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, backboard is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofbackboard

1noun
  • The flat vertical surface to which the basket is attached.
  • A flat vertical wall with the image of a tennis net drawn or painted on it. Designed to practice hitting against such that the ball bounces back.
  • (first aid) A spine board.
  • A board placed at the back of a cart, boat, etc.
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