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perquisite

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

1 syllable
10 characters
English (US)
1syllable

perquisite

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

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Definitions ofperquisite

1noun
  • (chiefly in the plural) Any monetary or other incidental benefit beyond salary.

    Example: "The perquisites of this job include health insurance and a performance bonus."

  • A gratuity.

    Example: "After the wonderful service that evening he didn’t hesitate in laying a substantial perquisite on the table."

  • A privilege or possession held or claimed exclusively by a certain person, group or class.

    Example: "Private jets and motor yachts are a perquisite of the rich."

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