Hyphenation of hamper
How to hyphenate hamper
hamper 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, hamper is hyphenated as:
- Syllables Count
- 2
- Characters Count
- 6
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 6
- Hyphens Count
- 1
Definitions of hamper
- noun A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals
Example: a clothes hamper
- noun (uncommon except in) A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper), as opposed to a covered wicker basket which is a true hamper
- verb To put into a hamper.
Example: Competition pigeons are hampered for the truck trip to the point of release where the race back starts.
Words nearby hamper
- hammock
- hammock's
- hammocklike
- hammocks
- hammy
- hamose
- hamotzi
- hamous
- (hamper)
- hampered
- hamperedly
- hamperedness
- hamperer
- hamperers
- hampering
- hamperman
- hampers
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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.