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embarrassment

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

4 syllables
13 characters
English (US)
4syllables

embarrassment

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

embarrassment is a polysyllabic word with 4 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, embarrassment is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofembarrassment

1noun
  • A state of discomfort arising from bashfulness or consciousness of having violated a social rule; humiliation.
  • A state of confusion arising from hesitation or difficulty in choosing.
  • A person or thing which is the cause of humiliation to another.

    Example: "Kevin, you are an embarrassment to this family."

  • A large collection of good or valuable things, especially one that exceeds requirements.
  • Impairment of function due to disease: respiratory embarrassment.
  • Difficulty in financial matters; poverty.

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