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headlong

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

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

headlong

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

headlong 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, headlong is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofheadlong

1verb
  • To precipitate.
1adjective
  • Precipitous.
  • Plunging downwards head foremost.
  • Rushing forward without restraint.
  • Reckless, impetuous.
1adverb
  • With the head first or down.
  • With an unrestrained forward motion.

    Example: "Figures out today show the economy plunging headlong into recession."

  • Rashly; precipitately; without deliberation, in haste, hastily

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