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clumsy

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

clumsy

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

clumsy 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, clumsy is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofclumsy

1noun
  • A clumsy person.
1adjective
  • Awkward, lacking coordination, not graceful, not dextrous.

    Example: "He's very clumsy. I wouldn't trust him with carrying the dishes."

  • Not elegant or well-planned, lacking tact or subtlety.

    Example: "It is a clumsy solution, but it might work for now."

  • Awkward or inefficient in use or construction, difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape.

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