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Hyphenation of contrasting

How to hyphenate contrasting

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

contrasting
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
11
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: contrasting

Definitions of contrasting

contrasting is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between.
  • verb
    To form a contrast.

    Example: Foreground and background strongly contrast.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Set in opposition; markedly different.

    Example: George W. Bush and John Kerry had contrasting debating styles.

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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.