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ladder

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

ladder

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

ladder 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, ladder is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofladder

1noun
  • A frame, usually portable, of wood, metal, or rope, used for ascent and descent, consisting of two side pieces to which are fastened rungs (cross strips or rounds acting as steps).
  • A series of stages by which one progresses to a better position.
  • The hierarchy or ranking system within an organization, such as the corporate ladder.
  • A length of unravelled fabric in a knitted garment, especially in nylon stockings; a run.
  • In the game of go, a sequence of moves following a zigzag pattern and ultimately leading to the capture of the attacked stones.
1verb
  • To arrange or form into a shape of a ladder.
  • To ascend (a building, a wall, etc.) using a ladder.
  • Of a knitted garment: to develop a ladder as a result of a broken thread.

    Example: "Oh damn it, I've laddered my tights!"

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