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skewer

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

2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

skewer

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

skewer 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, skewer is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofskewer

1noun
  • A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.
  • Food served on a skewer
  • A scenario in which a piece attacks a more valuable piece which, if it moves aside, reveals a less valuable piece. Compare pin.W
1verb
  • To impale on a skewer.
  • To attack a piece which has a less valuable piece behind it.
  • To severely mock or discredit.
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