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What punctuation is used to show the division between a words syllables?

There's no standard punctuation used to show the division between syllables in a word.

We typically use hyphenation to break words across lines in a text, but this is more about fitting the word within the line constraints, not necessarily indicating syllables.

Here's why there isn't a standard punctuation for syllables:

* Syllabification is complex: The rules for dividing words into syllables are not always straightforward and can vary depending on the language.

* Visual clutter: Adding punctuation for every syllable would make text very cluttered and difficult to read.

* Contextual understanding: We generally understand syllable breaks through our knowledge of the language and how words are pronounced.

Instead of punctuation, here are some ways to learn about syllable division:

* Dictionaries: Many dictionaries provide syllable breaks for words.

* Online resources: Websites like Merriam-Webster or Oxford Dictionaries offer pronunciation guides and syllable breakdowns.

* Phonetic transcription: Learning phonetic symbols can help you understand the sounds within words and, thus, the syllables.

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