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underpinnings

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

4 syllables
13 characters
English (US)
4syllables

underpinnings

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underpinnings is a polysyllabic word with 4 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, underpinnings is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofunderpinnings

1noun
  • A support or foundation, especially as a structure of masonry that supports a wall.

    Example: "This house's underpinning is not up to standard."

  • A basis for something.

    Example: "I would like to know more about the underpinning of this political theory."

  • The lower body or legs.

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