Hyphenation of contend

How to hyphenate contend

contend 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, contend is hyphenated as:

con-tend

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 7
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 7
Hyphens Count: 1

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of contend

contend is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
verb
To struggle or exert oneself to obtain or retain possession of, or to defend.
verb
To strive in debate; to engage in discussion; to dispute; to argue.
verb
To believe (something is reasonable) and argue (for it); to advocate.
Example: In this paper the author contends that no useful results can be obtained if this method is used.

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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.