Hyphenation of custom

How to hyphenate custom

custom 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, custom is hyphenated as:

cus-tom

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 6
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 6
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 custom

Definition 1 as noun

noun Frequent repetition of the same behavior; way of behavior common to many; ordinary manner; habitual practice; method of doing, living or behaving.
noun Traditional beliefs or rituals
Example: The Ancient Egyptian culture had many distinctive and interesting beliefs and customs.
noun Habitual buying of goods; practice of frequenting, as a shop, factory, etc., for making purchases or giving orders; business support.
noun Long-established practice, considered as unwritten law, and resting for authority on long consent; usage. See Usage, and Prescription.
noun Familiar acquaintance; familiarity.
noun Toll, tax, or tribute.

Definition 1 as verb

verb To make familiar; to accustom.
verb To supply with customers.
verb To pay the customs of.
verb To have a custom.

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective Created under particular specifications, specially to fit one's needs: specialized, unique, custom-made
Example: My feet are very large, so I need custom shoes.
adjective Own, personal, not standard or premade
Example: We can embroider a wide range of ready designs or a custom logo.
adjective Accustomed; usual

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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.