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direction

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

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

direction

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

direction 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, direction is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdirection

1noun
  • A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).

    Example: "Keep going in the same direction."

  • A general trend for future action.
  • Guidance, instruction.

    Example: "The trombonist looked to the bandleader for direction."

  • The work of the director in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.

    Example: "The screenplay was good, but the direction was weak."

  • The body of persons who guide or manage a matter; the directorate.
  • A person's address.

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