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Hyphenation of prompt

How to hyphenate prompt

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

prompt
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: prompt

Definitions of prompt

prompt is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    A reminder or cue.
  • noun
    A time limit given for payment of an account for produce purchased, this limit varying with different goods.
  • noun
    A sequence of characters that appears on a monitor to indicate that the computer is ready to receive input.

    Example: I filled in my name where the prompt appeared on the computer screen but my account wasn't recognized.

  • noun
    (writing) A suggestion for inspiration given to an author.

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.

    Example: I prompted him to get a new job.

  • verb
    To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.

    Example: If he forgets his words I will prompt him.

  • verb
    To initiate; to cause or lead to.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Quick; acting without delay.

    Example: He was very prompt at getting a new job.

  • adjective
    On time; punctual.

    Example: Be prompt for your appointment.

  • adjective
    Ready; willing to act.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.