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mattress

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

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

mattress

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

mattress 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, mattress is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofmattress

1noun
  • A pad on which a person can recline and sleep, usually having an inner section of coiled springs covered with foam or other cushioning material then enclosed with cloth fabric.
  • A form of retaining wall used to support foundations or an embankment
1verb
  • To cover with a thick layer, like a mattress; to blanket.
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