hyphenate it

Hyphenation of code-switching

How to hyphenate code-switching

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

code-switching
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
14
Words Count
2
Characters without spaces Count
14
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: switching

Definitions of code-switching

code-switching is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To alternate between two or more languages, typically in spoken conversation.
  • verb
    To change the dialect or register in which one speaks a language.
  • verb
    To change from playing rugby league to rugby union or vice versa.

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    The phenomenon of alternating between two or more languages or language varieties.

    Example: As with many bilingual families, it was normal to observe frequent code-switching at our dinner table.

Words nearby code-switching

The hottest word splits in English (US)

See what terms are trending and getting hyphenated by users right now.

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.