Hyphenation of phrase

How to hyphenate phrase

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

phrase

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 6
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 6
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: phrase

Definitions of phrase

phrase is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
A short written or spoken expression.
noun
(grammar) A word or group of words that functions as a single unit in the syntax of a sentence, usually consisting of a head, or central word, and elaborating words.
noun
A small section of music in a larger piece.
noun
A mode or form of speech; diction; expression.

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.
Example: I wasn't sure how to phrase my condolences without sounding patronising.
verb
To perform a passage with the correct phrasing.
verb
To divide into melodic phrases.

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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.