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refrains

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2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

refrains

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

refrains 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, refrains is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofrefrains

1verb
  • To hold back, to restrain (someone or something).
  • To show restraint; to hold oneself back.
  • To repress (a desire, emotion etc.); to check or curb.
  • (with preposition "from") To stop oneself from some action or interference; to abstain.
  • To abstain from (food or drink).
1noun
  • The chorus or burden of a song repeated at the end of each verse or stanza.
  • A much repeated comment, complaint, or saying.
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