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Hyphenation of become

How to hyphenate become

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

become
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
6
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
6
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: become

Definitions of become

become is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To arrive, come (to a place).
  • verb
    To come about; happen; come into being; arise.

    Example: It hath becomen so that many a man had to sterve.

  • verb
    Begin to be; turn into.

    Synonyms: get, go, turn

    Example: She became a doctor when she was 25.

  • verb
    To be proper for; to beseem.
  • verb
    Of an adornment, piece of clothing etc.: to look attractive on (someone).

    Example: That dress really becomes you.

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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.