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relief

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

relief

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

relief 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, relief is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofrelief

1noun
  • The removal of stress or discomfort.

    Example: "I sighed with relief when I found out that my daughter hadn't got lost, but was waiting for me at home."

  • The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
  • Release from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
  • The person who takes over a shift for another.

    Example: "Officer Schmidt can finally go home because his relief has arrived."

  • Aid or assistance offered in time of need.
  • Court-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
  • A lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
  • A certain fine or composition paid by the heir of a tenant upon the death of the ancestor.

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