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Hyphenation of observe

How to hyphenate observe

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

observe
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: observe

Definitions of observe

observe is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.

    Example: From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat.

  • verb
    To follow or obey the custom, practice, or rules (especially of a religion).

    Example: Please observe all posted speed limits.

  • verb
    To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence).
  • verb
    To comment on something; to make an observation.

    Example: The senator observed that the bill would be detrimental to his constituents.

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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.