Hyphenation of directive
How to hyphenate directive
Because it is a word with a single syllable, directive is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 9
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 9
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of directive
directive is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounAn instruction or guideline that indicates how to perform an action or reach a goal.
- nounA construct in source code that indicates how it should be processed but is not necessarily part of the program to be run.
- nounAn authoritative decision from an official body, which may or may not have binding force.
- noun(European Union law) A form of legislative act addressed to the member states. The directive binds the member state to reach certain objectives in their national legislation.
- nounThe directive case.
Words nearby directive
- directional
- directionality
- directionalize
- directionally
- directionize
- directionless
- directions
- directitude
- (directive)
- directive's
- directively
- directiveness
- directives
- directivity
- directly
- directness
- directoire
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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.