Hyphenation of perfect

How to hyphenate perfect

perfect 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, perfect is hyphenated as:

per-fect

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 7
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 7
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 perfect

perfect is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
(grammar) The perfect tense, or a form in that tense.
noun
A perfect score; the achievement of finishing a stage or task with no mistakes.

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective
Fitting its definition precisely.
Example: a perfect circle
adjective
Having all of its parts in harmony with a common purpose.
Example: That bucket with the hole in the bottom is a poor bucket, but it is perfect for watering plants.
adjective
Without fault or mistake; thoroughly skilled or talented.
Example: Practice makes perfect.
adjective
Excellent and delightful in all respects.
Example: a perfect day
adjective
Of a number: equal to the sum of its proper divisors.
Example: 6 is perfect because the sum of its proper divisors, 1, 2, and 3, which is 6, is equal to the number itself.
adjective
(grammar, of a tense or verb form) Representing a completed action.
adjective
Sexually mature and fully differentiated.
adjective
Of flowers, having both male parts (stamens) and female parts (carpels).
adjective
Of a set: equal to its set of limit points, i.e. set A is perfect if A=A'.
adjective
Describing an interval or any compound interval of a unison, octave, or fourths and fifths that are not tritones.
adjective
(of a cocktail) Made with equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth.
Example: a perfect Manhattan; a perfect Rob Roy
adjective
Well informed; certain; sure.
adjective
Innocent, guiltless.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.