Hyphenation of slipperiest

How to hyphenate slipperiest

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

slipperiest

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 11
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: slipperiest

Definitions of slipperiest

slipperiest is defined as:

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective
Of a surface, having low friction, often due to being covered in a non-viscous liquid, and therefore hard to grip, hard to stand on without falling, etc.
Example: Oily substances render things slippery.
adjective
(by extension) Evasive; difficult to pin down.
Example: a slippery person
adjective
Liable to slip; not standing firm.
adjective
Unstable; changeable; inconstant.
adjective
Wanton; unchaste; loose in morals.

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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.