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ballot

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

ballot

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

ballot 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, ballot is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofballot

1noun
  • Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote.
  • The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting.
  • The total of all the votes cast in an election.
  • A list of candidates running for office; a ticket.
1verb
  • To vote or decide by ballot.

    Example: "to ballot for a candidate"

  • To draw lots.

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