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Hyphenation of pretended

How to hyphenate pretended

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

pretended
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
9
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: pretended

Definitions of pretended

pretended is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To claim, to allege, especially when falsely or as a form of deliberate deception.
  • verb
    To feign, affect (a state, quality, etc.).
  • verb
    To lay claim to (an ability, status, advantage, etc.). (originally used without to)
  • verb
    To make oneself appear to do or be doing something; to engage in make-believe.
  • verb
    To hold before, or put forward, as a cloak or disguise for something else; to exhibit as a veil for something hidden.
  • verb
    To intend; to design, to plot; to attempt.
  • verb
    To hold before one; to extend.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of dividing words across lines in print or on websites. It involves inserting hyphens (-) where a word breaks to continue on the next line.

Proper hyphenation improves readability by reducing the unevenness of word spacing and unnecessary large gaps. It also helps avoid confusion that may occur when part of a word carries over. Ideal hyphenation should break words according to pronunciation and syllables. Most word processors and publishing apps have automated tools to handle hyphenation effectively based on language rules and dictionaries. Though subtle, proper hyphenation improves overall typography and reading comfort.