Hyphenation of pointless

How to hyphenate pointless

pointless 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, pointless is hyphenated as:

point-less

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 9
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 pointless

pointless is defined as:

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective
Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.
Example: a pointless knife
adjective
Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.
Example: a pointless remark
adjective
Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.
Example: Since the decision has already been made, further discussion seems pointless.
adjective
Without points.
Example: a pointless topology

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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.