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Hyphenation of grotesque

How to hyphenate grotesque

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

grotesque
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
9
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: grotesque

Definitions of grotesque

grotesque is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    A style of ornamentation characterized by fanciful combinations of intertwined forms.
  • noun
    Anything grotesque.
  • noun
    A sans serif typeface.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous.
  • adjective
    Disgusting or otherwise viscerally revolting.
  • adjective
    Sans serif.

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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.