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A 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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Why is a comma called a comma?
Comma comes from the Greek word komma meaning a piece cut off.
Comma placement can change the meaning of a sentence. true or false?
True. Correct comma placement can help clarify the meaning of a sentence and prevent misunderstandings. Incorrect comma placement can alter the intended message of a sentence.
Should you put a comma before the word which?
Not necessarily. There is no word or phrase in English that requires a comma. Use a comma when which introduces a clause. We may get that which we desire. We got him fired, which was our desire.
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.
Should you put a comma before'as well as'?
Yes, a comma should be placed before "as well as" when it is used to introduce non-essential information. If "as well as" is essential to the meaning of the sentence, then a comma is not necessary.
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 a comma?
a comma rule is a way to type different kinds of letters.
What is the meaning of sentence pause in audio playback and recording?
It's probably a comma (,) or an elipses (...)
How do you punctuate which vs that?
Use "which" with a comma before it if the information it provides is non-essential, meaning the sentence still makes sense without it. Use "that" without a comma if the information is essential to the sentence's meaning. Example: "I bought a car, which was blue." (non-essential, use a comma) "I like cars that are fast." (essential, no comma)
