Hyphenation of expect
How to hyphenate expect
expect is a polysyllabic word with 2 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, expect is hyphenated as:
- Syllables Count
- 2
- Characters Count
- 6
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 6
- Hyphens Count
- 1
Definitions of expect
- verb To predict or believe that something will happen
Synonyms: anticipate, hope, "look for"
Example: He never expected to be discovered.
- verb To consider obligatory or required.
Synonyms: "call for", demand
- verb To consider reasonably due.
Example: You are expected to get the task done by the end of next week.
- verb (continuous aspect only, of a woman or couple) To be pregnant, to consider a baby due.
- verb To wait for; to await.
Synonyms: await
- verb To wait; to stay.
Synonyms: wait
Words nearby expect
- expatriate
- expatriated
- expatriates
- expatriating
- expatriation
- expatriations
- expatriatism
- expdt
- (expect)
- expectable
- expectably
- expectance
- expectancies
- expectancy
- expectant
- expectantly
- expectation
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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.