Hyphenation of dysfunction
How to hyphenate dysfunction
Because it is a word with a single syllable, dysfunction is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 11
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 11
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of dysfunction
dysfunction is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounA failure to function in an expected or complete manner. Usually refers to a disorder in a bodily organ (e.g. erectile dysfunction), a mental disorder, or the improper behavior of a social group.
Definition 1 as verb
- verbTo fail to function correctly; to malfunction.
Words nearby dysfunction
- dysentery
- dysepulotic
- dysepulotical
- dyserethisia
- dysergasia
- dysergia
- dysesthesia
- dysesthetic
- (dysfunction)
- dysfunctional
- dysfunctioning
- dysfunctions
- dysgenesic
- dysgenesis
- dysgenetic
- dysgenic
- dysgenical
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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.