answersLogoWhite

0

Traditionally, two, but I find using just one okay too.

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How many spaces do you put after a semicolon?

When using a semicolon you put one space after the semicolon.


How many spaces after a colon and semicolon?

After a semicolon, there is never more than one space. Spacing after colons (and periods) depends on the style guidelines you're using. Some call for one space, others for two. The most important thing, however, is to be consistent. Use the same spacing after colons as you do after periods throughout the entire document.


Should a semi colon come after parentheses?

If your sentence requires a semicolon, you may, indeed, end up using it after a parenthetical.


When should you not use a colon?

When you are beginning a list of irregular items


How many spaces do you put after a colon?

I was taught it was two. A good way to remember this is by counting the dots on it. The colon has two so it has two spaces. A semi colon has only one dot, and it has only one space after it. But this only applies when the name of the punctuation has the word "colon" in it, as when you are counting the dots in a period, you only see one, but after a period, you usually put two spaces unless you are using a wesite address or something of that sort.


What is an example of a semicolon?

A semi colon is this sign here ";". It is used in a sentence for adding an extra piece of information at the end, for when a comma will not suffice. For example: Today, it rained; I played with the cat indoors.


Can you put a semicolon before and?

Typically, the semicolon implies " and" and therefore using and after a semicolon is redundant.


Do you capitalize after using a semicolon?

No, you do not capitalize after using a semicolon unless it is the start of a new sentence or a proper noun. The word following the semicolon should be lowercase unless it meets the criteria for capitalization.


Where does the comma and semi colon go when using therefore in a sentence?

comma in front of therefore; semi colon in back of therefore


How do you correct a run on sentence using a semicolon?

If you have two independent clauses that you don't want to isolate into separate sentences, put a semicolon between them.


Can two independent clauses be joined by using a semicolon between the clauses without a conjunction?

Yes, that is one of the most common uses of a semicolon. If there is a conjunction joining the clauses, however, you should use a comma instead of a semicolon.


What are two ways to write compound sentences?

Using a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or) to combine two independent clauses. Using a semicolon to connect two closely related independent clauses.