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powwows

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

2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

powwows

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

powwows 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, powwows is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofpowwows

1noun
  • A ritual conducted by a Native American shaman.
  • A Native American shaman.
  • A Native American council or meeting.
  • A short, private conference.
  • A large gathering during which Indigenous songs and dances are showcased for an audience, essentially a recital or concert. Often also doubles as a fundraiser, or can be held in conjunction with a non-indigneous fair or exhibition in order to attract a large crowd, as at the Calgary Stampede and K-Days.
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