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dependence

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

3 syllables
10 characters
English (US)
3syllables

dependence

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

dependence 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, dependence is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdependence

1noun
  • The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.

    Example: "He had a deep dependence on her for guidance."

  • An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.

    Example: "Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin."

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