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quincunx

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

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

quincunx

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

quincunx 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, quincunx is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofquincunx

1noun
  • An arrangement of five units in a pattern corresponding to the five-spot on dice, playing cards, or dominoes.
  • An angle of five-twelfths of a circle, or 150°, between two objects.
  • A Galton board.
  • A bronze coin minted during the Roman Republic, valued at five-twelfths of an as.
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