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numbskull

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2 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
2syllables

numbskull

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

numbskull 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, numbskull is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofnumbskull

1noun
  • A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
  • A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.

    Example: "That numskull will never learn how to compose a letter."

  • A traditional name for a fool who serves as the butt of jokes about stupidity.

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