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Hyphenation of standalone

How to hyphenate standalone

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

standalone
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
10
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: standalone

Definitions of standalone

standalone is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    A device that can operate on its own, rather than as an accessory for another device.
  • noun
    (by extension) Something that is not a part of some series or sequence.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Operating, functioning, or existing without additions or assistance; independent; able to be separate or separated.

    Example: They offer an inexpensive add-on for a computer, or a stand-alone system with all the functions built in.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the process of splitting words into syllables and inserting hyphens between them to facilitate the reading of a text. It is also used to divide words when the word cannot fit on a line.

This technique is particularly helpful in fully justified texts, where it aids in creating a uniform edge along both sides of a paragraph. Hyphenation rules vary among languages and even among different publications within the same language. It's a critical component in typesetting, significantly influencing the aesthetics and readability of printed and digital media. For instance, in compound adjectives like 'long-term solution', hyphens clarify relationships between words, preventing misinterpretation. Moreover, hyphenation can alter meanings: 'recreation' differs from 're-creation'.

With the advent of digital text, hyphenation algorithms have become more sophisticated, though still imperfect, sometimes requiring manual adjustment to ensure accuracy and coherence in text layout. Understanding and correctly applying hyphenation rules is therefore not only a matter of linguistic accuracy but also a key aspect of effective visual communication.