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patchwork

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

2 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
2syllables

patchwork

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

patchwork 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, patchwork is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofpatchwork

1noun
  • A work, such as a blanket, composed of many different colors and shapes, sewn together to make an interesting whole.
  • Any kind of creation that utilizes many different aspects to create one whole piece.
  • A state of regulations whose constituents have an opaque scope of application because of their questionable delimitation with regard to each other.
1verb
  • To create a patchwork from pieces of fabric.
  • To assemble from a variety of sources; to cobble together.
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