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safeguard

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

2 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
2syllables

safeguard

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

safeguard 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, safeguard is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofsafeguard

1noun
  • Something that serves as a guard or protection; a defense.

    Example: "Getting a flu shot is a good safeguard against illness."

  • One who, or that which, defends or protects; defence; protection.
  • A safe-conduct or passport, especially in time of war.
  • The monitor lizard.
1verb
  • To protect, to keep safe.

    Example: "She kept a savings to safeguard against debt and emergencies."

  • To escort safely.

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