Hyphenation of puzzle
How to hyphenate puzzle
Because it is a word with a single syllable, puzzle is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 6
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 6
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of puzzle
puzzle is defined as:
Definition 1 as noun
- nounAnything that is difficult to understand or make sense of.
Example: Where he went after he left the house is a puzzle.
- nounA game for one or more people that is more or less difficult to work out or complete.
- nounA crossword puzzle.
- nounA jigsaw puzzle.
- nounA riddle.
- nounSomething made with marvellous skill; something of ingenious construction.
- nounThe state of being puzzled; perplexity.
Example: to be in a puzzle
Definition 1 as verb
- verbTo perplex (someone).
- verbTo think long and carefully, in bewilderment.
Example: We puzzled over the curious-shaped lock, but were unable to discover how the key should be inserted.
- verbTo make intricate; to entangle.
Words nearby puzzle
- putz
- putzed
- putzes
- putzing
- puxy
- puy
- puya
- puyallup
- (puzzle)
- puzzle-brain
- puzzle-cap
- puzzle-headed
- puzzle-monkey
- puzzle-wit
- puzzleation
- puzzled
- puzzledly
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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.