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A comma helps separate things.
1. items in lists. For example: I bought milk, cheese, rice, fish and bread at the store.
2. or ideas like: I am cold, and I could use some hot chocolate.
3. It helps separate a phrase from the rest of the sentence. Like: This morning, I ... or When I get home, I will... or Until yesterday, I didn't know... or At the bookstore, I bought...
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoA comma is a punctuation mark used to indicate separation that in spoken English is demonstrated by a brief pause (or breathing space). Commas separate elements of a sentence such as introcutory phrases, subordinate phrases, or indivisual parts of a series of three or more. Commas are used also to separate words, phrases, and clauses joined by conjunctions.
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∙ 13y agoA comma is a punctuation this is a comma: , Ex.She went to the store,library,home, and over her friend's house.
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Why is a comma called a comma?
Comma comes from the Greek word komma meaning a piece cut off.
Can you write the word 'and' directly following a comma?
The point of a comma is to establish the meaning of an "and or but or any of these conjectives". So there is no need to use and after a comma, as its not proper grammer.e.g. ,and / ,but / ,therefor Hope this helps,
When should 'which' be used instead of 'that' in a sentence?
use "that" when the meaning of the sentence changes. Sometimes "that" can be left out of the sentence. Never use a comma with "that". Use "which" when the meaning of the sentence does not change. Always use a comma with "which".
Should there be a comma before 'which'?
A comma before "which" depends on whether it introduces a nonessential clause. If the information following "which" is necessary for the sentence's meaning, no comma is needed. However, if the clause is nonessential, a comma before "which" is appropriate.
Is comma required after the word formerly?
No. There is no word after which a comma is necessarily required. As always, it depends on the meaning and the context whether a comma is appropriate. We say That's Maria di Giorno over there, formerly known as Mary Daly.
Do you put a comma after or?
Yes, you would typically use a comma after the word "or" when it is used to separate two independent clauses. This helps to clarify the meaning and improve readability of the sentence.
What is the meaning of sentence pause in audio playback and recording?
It's probably a comma (,) or an elipses (...)
What is a comma?
a comma rule is a way to type different kinds of letters.
Would i use a comma in this sentence before you In your letter you stated?
Yes, you should use a comma in the sentence. It would be: "In your letter, you stated..." This helps set off the introductory phrase "In your letter."
Why the word o'clock has a comma after the letter o and why there is an O in the first place?
O'clock is a contraction. It is the shortened form meaning "of the clock". (Just so you know, the mark after the o is an apostrophe, not a comma. A comma and an apostrophe look alike. However, a comma is placed lower than the apostrophe. Example- We can go, but not until noon. (A comma is after the word go.) A comma is placed between words. An apostrophy is placed between letters. An apostrophy shows that letters have been omitted. A comma indicates a pause when reading.
If you begin a sentence with 'however' is it followed with a comma?
In many cases, the word 'however' is followed by a comma. The problem with the word is that one must be careful not to over use a comma. However the word is used,(note that there is no comma used in this connection) the word itself frequently does not need a comma as an automatic punctuation.However, (meaning 'on the other hand') phrasing will most often determine if the word is followed by a comma. These two instances here are examples of when to use or not use the comma as punctuation for this word. When the word is used as a substitute for the phrase 'on the other hand', it is most often followed by a comma.
What is an example of a sentence using the word comma?
I wanted to go to the dance, but I had to work.In my backpack I kept my books, a change of clothes, and my sneakers.She liked two boys in particular, though one of them hurt her feelings.
