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Hyphenation of reciprocate

How to hyphenate reciprocate

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

reciprocate
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
11
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: reciprocate

Definitions of reciprocate

reciprocate is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To exchange two things, with both parties giving one thing and taking another thing.
  • verb
    To give something else in response (where the "thing" may also be abstract, a feeling or action) To make a reciprocal gift.

    Example: I gave them apples from my tree; they reciprocated with a pie and some apple jelly.

  • verb
    To move backwards and forwards, like a piston.

    Example: A reciprocating engine.

  • verb
    To counter, retort or retaliate.

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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.