Hyphenation of reserve

How to hyphenate reserve

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

reserve

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 7
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 7
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: reserve

Definitions of reserve

reserve is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
(behaviour) Restriction.
noun
That which is reserved or kept back, as for future use.
noun
(social) Something initially kept back for later use in a recreation.
noun
In exhibitions, a distinction indicating that the recipient will get a prize in the event of another person being disqualified.
noun
(calico printing) A resist.
noun
A preparation used on an object being electroplated to fix the limits of the deposit.

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To keep back; to retain.
Example: We reserve the right to make modifications.
verb
To keep in store for future or special use.
Example: This cake is reserved for the guests!
verb
To book in advance; to make a reservation.
Example: I reserved a table for us at the best restaurant in town.
verb
To make an exception of; to except.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.