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Punctuation and Capitalization

Are you hooked on commas? Are you possessive about apostrophes? Do you think hyphens look dashing? This category is for questions related to the use of certain marks to separate words into sentences and clauses and capital letters in writing.

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Does the word nirvana have to be capitalized?

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No, because it is not just a place but also a state of being.

Should novel be capitalized?

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'Novel' is a common noun or an adjective (there are two uses) and as such, should normally only be capitalised when it is at the start of a sentence (as I have done for this answer). This is the case when it is a noun, as in example 1, or an adjective, as in example 2:

1. I have just finished reading the latest Margaret Atwood novel.

2. That's a novel way of eating cornflakes.

It is possible that there is a very specific situation where it should be capitalised; for instance, there is a magazine called Novel, in which case a capital N is correct.

Do you capitalize 'valentine'?

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Lowercase: I'm sending a valentine to my valentine. : Style tip: capitalize Valentine's Day, short for Saint Valentine's Day. Lowercase: I'm sending a valentine to my valentine.” ... Lowercase: I'm sending a valentine to my valentine.

How do you punctuate what a beautiful dress?

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The phrase "What a beautiful dress!" is punctuated correctly. It begins with an exclamatory word ("What"), and the sentence ends with an exclamation mark to convey strong emotion or emphasis. The punctuation effectively captures the expression of admiration or appreciation for the beautiful dress. Search FashionTIY in Google.

Should the word peninsula be capitalized?

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Peninsula should not be capitalized unless it is part of a place name.

Examples:

We landed on a peninsula.

We landed on the Yucatan Peninsula.

It depends on where it is in the sentence and how you are using it. if it is a proper noun or at the beginning of the sentence, then yes. Otherwise, no.

Can you get PhD degree after masters?

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Yes you can enrol for a PhD if you can find a suitable University and supervisor to take you on.

If you are referring to a specific club in a sentence do you capitalize?

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Yes, the name of the specific club should be capitalized.

Do you capitalize dim sum?

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When to capitalize orthopedics?

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Orthopedics is a commo

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Do you capitalize the word statesman?

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It is capitalized at the beginning of the sentence or when it forms part of the proper noun.

Examples:

The Austin- American Statesman

Do you capitalize white water rafting?

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No you don't capitalize white-water rafting. If it was the name of a white-water rafting CENTER, then that is when you capitalilze it.

Do you capitalize 'do' in a title?

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The word "do" is not typically capitalized in a title unless it is the first or last word of the title, or is a significant word (such as a proper noun or the beginning of a sentence). The capitalization rules for titles may vary depending on the style guide being used.

Should you capitlize certified respiratory therapist in a sentence?

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Yes, you should capitalize "Certified Respiratory Therapist" in a sentence as it is a proper noun. Capitalization is typically used for titles, certifications, or specific job roles.

Should beagle be capitalized?

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The word "beagle" should only be capitalized when it is used as part of a proper noun or at the beginning of a sentence. In general, when it is used as a common noun, it is not capitalized.

Must you capitalize the word mom in this sentence He struggles to say goodbye to mom in the morning?

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No, the word "mom" does not need to be capitalized in this sentence. The word "mom" is not being used as a proper noun, so it should be written in lowercase.

Is missed spelled words part of punctuation?

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No, misspelled words are not part of punctuation. Punctuation refers to the marks or symbols used in writing to clarify the meaning, such as periods, commas, and question marks. Misspelled words are errors in spelling and do not fall under the category of punctuation.

What is capitalized incorrectly Have you ever read the Ransom of Red Chief?

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"Ransom" and "Red Chief" should both be capitalized correctly.

Should the word Mother be capitalized?

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Yes, the word "Mother" should be capitalized when it is used as a proper noun or as a title preceding someone's name, such as "Mother Teresa." However, when it is used as a common noun to refer to a mother in general, it is not capitalized, such as "She is a loving mother."

What punctuation mark does a semi-colon replace?

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A semi-colon (;) is used to replace a period (.), connecting two closely related independent clauses within the same sentence. It is used as a stronger pause than a comma but not as final as a period.

Does uncle or aunt in front of a name require capitalization i.e. Aunt Becky ran to the door?

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It depends on the usage. In the example you provided, you would in fact capitalize Aunt Becky. But if you just wanted to say your aunt was coming over, you wouldn't. A similar principle is used for parents: you would capitalize 'Dad' but not 'my dad.'

Does PowerPoint have to be capitalized?

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No, PowerPoint does not have to be capitalized. It is a proper noun, so it is typically capitalized at the beginning of a sentence or in a title. However, in regular usage, it can be written in lowercase as "powerpoint".

Is research directors capitalized?

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The title "research director" is not typically capitalized unless it is used as part of someone's official job title. For example, if you are referring to a specific person's role as the Research Director of a company or organization, then it would be capitalized. But if you are talking about research directors in a general sense, it is not capitalized.

Are apostrophes and hyphens unnecessary punctuation marks?

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No, apostrophes and hyphens serve specific functions in writing. Apostrophes are used to indicate possession or contraction, while hyphens are used to join words or to clarify the meaning of a word or phrase. Both punctuation marks are important for clarity and proper grammar.

Do you capitalize the word position?

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The word "position" should be capitalized in specific instances, such as when it is used as part of a title or when it refers to a specific job title. However, in general usage, it is not necessary to capitalize the word "position."