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Hyphenation of nagging

How to hyphenate nagging

Because it is a word with a single syllable, nagging is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

nagging
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
7
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
7
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: nagging

Definitions of nagging

nagging is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters.
  • verb
    To bother with persistent thoughts or memories.

    Example: The notion that he forgot something nagged him the rest of the day.

  • verb
    To bother or disturb persistently in any way.

    Example: a nagging north wind

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    The action of the verb nag.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Causing persistent mild pain, or annoyance.

Words nearby nagging

  • nagel
  • naggar
  • nagged
  • nagger
  • naggers
  • naggier
  • naggiest
  • naggin
  • (nagging)
  • naggingly
  • naggingness
  • naggish
  • naggle
  • naggly
  • naggy
  • naght
  • naging

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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.