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baptises

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

3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

baptises

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

baptises is a polysyllabic word with 3 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, baptises is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofbaptises

1verb
  • To perform the sacrament of baptism by sprinkling or pouring water over someone or immersing them in water.
  • To dedicate or christen.
  • Of rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water.
  • To ensure proper burning of a joint by moistening the exterior with saliva.
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