They are simply there to separate the syllables.
A good way to count syllables is to touch your chin and see how many times it drops when you say a word.
The word between has two syllables: BE-TWEEN.
An ellipsis is a series of three dots. The dots start right after a word . . . and words begin again, but with no spaces between the dots or the words.
the three dots is called an ellipsis. it is used to either mislead or clarify example-"She went to … school." In this sentence, "…" might represent the word "elementary." (wikipedia.com)
one - between the two r
I think you're referring to a dash (this symbol "-").
The black dots and dashes between states on a map represents the state boundaries. The dots and dashes are used to outline the state.
Florida
State boundary
They usually represent the state border between the states.
they mean a big city
On a map, black dots usually represent capital cities.
pol·lu·tion   [puh-loo-shuhn] source: dictionary.comthree syllables, as indictated by the dots or dashes2 dots/dashes = the word is broken up into three parts = three syllables
three dots represents the therefore symbol
four dots is H
In a dictionary entry, dots or periods (often referred to as "dots of pronunciation") indicate syllable divisions or the breakdown of a word's pronunciation. For the word "impeccable," dots might show how to pronounce it in phonetic transcription, helping users understand where to stress the syllables. They can also represent specific sounds in the phonetic alphabet. Overall, they aid in accurate pronunciation.
Black dots and dashes between states on a map typically represent state borders. They help indicate the boundaries between different states or territories.