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pillar

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

pillar

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

pillar 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, pillar is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofpillar

1noun
  • A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
  • Something resembling such a structure.

    Example: "a pillar of smoke"

  • An essential part of something that provides support.

    Example: "He's a pillar of the community."

  • A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
  • The centre of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.
1verb
  • To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.
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