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scolding

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

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

scolding

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

scolding 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, scolding is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofscolding

1verb
  • To burn with hot liquid.

    Example: "to scald the hand"

  • To heat almost to boiling.

    Example: "Scald the milk until little bubbles form."

1verb
  • To rebuke angrily.
1noun
  • A succession of critical remarks, such as those directed by a parent towards a misbehaving child.

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