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makeup

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

makeup

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

makeup 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, makeup is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofmakeup

1noun
  • An item's composition.

    Example: "To understand how a nuclear reactor works, we must first look at its makeup."

  • Cosmetics; colorants and other substances applied to the skin to alter its appearance.

    Example: "She is wearing a lot of makeup."

  • Replacement; material used to make up for the amount that has been used up.
  • A test given to students allowing them to repeat failed material.

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