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quarterbacks

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

3 syllables
12 characters
English (US)
3syllables

quarterbacks

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

quarterbacks is a polysyllabic word with 3 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, quarterbacks is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofquarterbacks

1noun
  • An offensive back whose primary job is to pass the ball in a play.
  • An offensive back who receives the snap (hike) and then blocks the defense from crossing the line of scrimmage; a blocking back.
  • (rugby football) A position just behind the forwards, or one who plays this position.
1verb
  • To play the position of quarterback.
  • (by extension) To lead a team or group; to be primarily responsible for some group project or activity.
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