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handcuff

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

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

handcuff

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

handcuff 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, handcuff is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofhandcuff

1noun
  • One ring of a locking fetter for the hand or one pair.

    Synonyms: manacle, wristlet

1verb
  • To apply handcuffs to
  • To restrain or restrict.

    Example: "Dang, I’m handcuffed by these regulations. I’d like to help but it’d be illegal."

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