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Hyphenation of expected

How to hyphenate expected

Because it is a word with a single syllable, expected is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

expected
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
8
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
8
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: expected

Definitions of expected

expected is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • 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.

    Synonyms: hope, want, wish

    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

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Anticipated; thought to be about to arrive or occur

    Example: The expected storm never arrived.

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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.