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Hyphenation of ricketiest

How to hyphenate ricketiest

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

ricketiest
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
10
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: ricketiest

Definitions of ricketiest

ricketiest is defined as:

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.

    Example: He hesitated about climbing such a small, rickety ladder.

  • adjective
    Of a person: feeble in the joints; tottering.

    Example: The rickety old man hardly managed to climb the stairs.

  • adjective
    Affected with or suffering from rickets.

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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.