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Hyphenation of parachute

How to hyphenate parachute

parachute 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, parachute is hyphenated as:

para-chute
Syllables Count
2
Characters Count
9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
9
Hyphens Count
1
Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of parachute

Definition 1 as noun
  • noun A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object.
  • noun A web or fold of skin extending between the legs of gliding mammals, such as the flying squirrel and colugo.
  • noun (BDSM) A small collar which fastens around the scrotum and from which weights can be hung.
Definition 1 as verb
  • verb To jump, fall, descend, etc. using such a device.
  • verb To introduce into a place using such a device.

    Example: The soldiers were parachuted behind enemy lines.

  • verb To place (somebody) in an organisation in a position of authority without their having previous experience there; used with in or into.

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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.