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coveting

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "coveting" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

coveting

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

coveting is a polysyllabic word with 3 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, coveting is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofcoveting

1verb
  • To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
  • To long for inordinately or unlawfully; to hanker after (something forbidden).
  • To yearn; to have or indulge an inordinate desire, especially for another's possession.
1noun
  • The act of one who covets.
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