2syllables
contours
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contours 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, contours is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofcontours
1noun
- An outline, boundary or border, usually of curved shape.
Example: "the low drag contour of a modern automobile"
- A line on a map or chart delineating those points which have the same altitude or other plotted quantity: a contour line or isopleth.
Synonyms: "contour line"
- A speech sound which behaves as a single segment, but which makes an internal transition from one quality, place, or manner to another.
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