Hyphenation of kick-start
How to hyphenate kick-start
Because it is a word with a single syllable, kick-start is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 10
- Words Count
- 2
- Characters without spaces Count
- 10
Definitions of kick-start
kick-start is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounA metal bar on a motorcycle used to start its engine.
- nounAn act of starting a motorcycle by quickly depressing the kick start with one's foot.
Example: The motorcycle requires a kick start.
- nounA fast or strong start; help with starting or beginning well.
Example: As a kick start for the group, let's write up some ideas.
- nounAn impetus that starts or restarts some process.
Definition 1 as verb
- verbTo start a motorcycle.
Example: He kick started the motorcycle and took off.
- verbTo start or begin strongly or quickly.
Example: Kick start your day with a hearty breakfast.
- verbTo make (something) active, functional, or productive again; to reinvigorate (an activity, system, or process).
Synonyms: "jump-start", reinvigorate, revitalize
Example: To kick start the economy with a large construction project.
Words nearby kick-start
- kiboshing
- kibsey
- kiby
- kichel
- kick
- kick-about
- kick-off
- kick-sled
- (kick-start)
- kick-up
- kickable
- kickapoo
- kickback
- kickbacks
- kickball
- kickboard
- kickdown
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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.