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Hyphenation of deus ex machina

How to hyphenate deus ex machina

deus ex machina 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, deus ex machina is hyphenated as:

deus ex mach-ina
Syllables Count
2
Characters Count
15
Words Count
3
Characters without spaces Count
13
Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of deus ex machina

deus ex machina is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    (authorship) Any resolution to a story that does not pay due regard to the story's internal logic and that is so unlikely that it challenges suspension of disbelief, and presumably allows the author, director, or developer to end the story in the way that he or she desired.

    Example: Oh, now I'm backed into a corner, and can't devise a way out. I could sure use a deus ex machina right about now!

  • noun
    A contrived solution to a problem, relying on an agent external to the situation.

    Example: We used a sale of the business at a ridiculously high multiple to make the numbers work, a deus ex machina.

  • noun
    A machine used to bring actors playing gods onto the stage, either up through a trapdoor or (e.g. by crane) from above.

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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.