Hyphenation of screwing
How to hyphenate screwing
Because it is a word with a single syllable, screwing is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
- Syllables Count
- 1
- Characters Count
- 8
- Alpha-numeric Characters Count
- 8
- Hyphens Count
- 0
Definitions of screwing
screwing is defined as:
Definition 1 as verb
- verbTo connect or assemble pieces using a screw.
- verbTo have sexual intercourse with.
- verbTo cheat someone or ruin their chances in a game or other situation.
- verbTo practice extortion upon; to oppress by unreasonable or extortionate exactions; to put the screws on.
- verbTo contort.
- verbTo miskick (a ball) by hitting it with the wrong part of the foot.
- verbTo screw back.
- verbTo examine (a student) rigidly; to subject to a severe examination.
Definition 1 as noun
- nounThe act by which something is screwed (in various senses).
- nounAn act of sexual intercourse.
Definition 1 as adjective
- adjectiveExacting; extortionate; close.
Words nearby screwing
- screwed
- screwer
- screwers
- screwfly
- screwhead
- screwier
- screwiest
- screwiness
- (screwing)
- screwish
- screwless
- screwlike
- screwman
- screwmatics
- screwpile
- screwplate
- screwpod
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.