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entertaining

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

4 syllables
12 characters
English (US)
4syllables

entertaining

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

entertaining 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, entertaining is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofentertaining

1verb
  • To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.

    Example: "The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience."

  • To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.

    Example: "They enjoy entertaining a lot."

  • To receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind.

    Example: "The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures."

  • To take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep.
  • To meet or encounter, as an enemy.
  • To lead on; to bring along; to introduce.
1noun
  • Entertainment.
1adjective
  • Very amusing; that entertains.
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