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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.
6,363 Questions
Is the word polish capitalized?
Yes, it should be capitalized. It is a propernou
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n be Polish la
nguage, Polish people, etc.
Do you capitalize math and English in a sentence?
Yes, "Math" and "English" should be capitalized in a sentence when referring to the subject or course. For example, "I have a Math exam tomorrow" or "She is studying English literature."
Is fellowship for doctors capitalized?
In general, the term "fellowship" for doctors is not capitalized unless it is part of a specific program or title, such as "John Smith completed his Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship."
When do you capitalize Frenchmen?
The term "Frenchmen" is capitalized when it is used as part of a proper noun or at the beginning of a sentence. For example, "The Frenchmen's Cafe" or "Frenchmen enjoy wine and cheese."
Is die-hard a hyphenated word?
Not typically. Most dictionaries do not even list the hyphen form.
The word "diehard" is a noun meaning someone who stubbornly refuses to give up or quit. Used as a noun adjunct / adjective, it is seldom seen hyphenated (e.g. The diehard fans continued to support their losing team.)
Would you capitalize the word finals int he following sentence National Double Dutch Finals?
Yes, in this case "Finals" should be capitalized as it is part of a proper noun: National Double Dutch Finals.
How different fonts have changed the amount of spacing used with punctuation marks in today's text?
Prior to the advent of computer printers that made proportional fonts easily obtainable, every typed letter consumed the same amount of horizontal space, and it was customary to type two spaces after the period that ended every complete sentence. When using proportional fonts, a single space after the period that ends a sentence is customary.
When do you capitalize the first letter of a quotation?
You should generally follow any punctuation that is in the original sentence including capitalization.
If you are quoting in the middle of a sentence, however, then the beginning of the quote is generally only capitalized if it begins with a proper noun.
When do you capitalize the word Renaissance?
The word "Renaissance" should be capitalized when it is used as a proper noun to refer to the specific historical period of cultural rebirth in Europe from the 14th to 17th centuries. When used in a general sense to describe a revival or renewal, it is not capitalized.
Can you use exclamation mark for 'good morning'?
It doesn't require an exclamation mark but, yes, it's acceptable.
Does television need to be capitalized?
No, except at the beginning of a sentence because it is not a proper noun.
Where does the dash go in semi desert subtropical?
The dash should be placed before "subtropical." The correct term is "semi-desert subtropical." This term describes a climate that is semi-arid and characterized by hot summers and mild to warm winters.
Yes, "Cabinet Room" should be capitalized when referring to a specific room where a cabinet meeting takes place.
Do you capitalize the words starvation in a sentence?
Yes, the word "starvation" should be capitalized at the beginning of a sentence like any other word.
Should the word Amish be capitalized in a sentence?
Yes, it should be capitalized because it is the proper name of a group of people.
When should you capitalize godly?
Godly should be capitalized when it refers to having the qualities or characteristics of a god, such as being deeply spiritual or righteous. It is also capitalized when used in a religious context to refer to a divine being, such as the Christian God.
Should sheriff be capitalized in A sheriff served us with a subpoena?
No, "sheriff" should not be capitalized unless it precedes the name of the specific sheriff ("Sheriff Johnson served us with a subpoena").
What two letter words are capitalized in a title?
In a title, only the first word, the last word, and all major words are typically capitalized. Minor words like "and," "or," and "but" are not usually capitalized unless they are the first or last word of the title.
When do you capitalize regional and national?
When it forms part of the proper noun.
Examples:
Philippine National Bank
Regional Trial Court
Should you capitalize the word team when referencing something like Microsoft team?
No. It's not necessary. Capitalize it only when it forms part ot the proper noun.
Examples:
PCA Swim Team
Purefoods Basketball Team
Do you Always capitalize geographical names?
If the name is "proper", then , yes.
Let's go fishing at the Mississippi River.
If it's not proper, no.
Let's go fishing at the river.
Do you capitalize geographical names?
Yes, geographical names like countries, cities, and mountains are typically capitalized.
Do you capitalize ACE wrapping when used in a sentence?
No, "ACE wrapping" is not typically capitalized when used in a sentence unless it is at the beginning of a sentence or part of a title.
Do you capitalize chief assistant?
It is capitalized at the beginning of the sentence or when it forms part of the proper noun or when it precedes a person's name or when it is used as a direct address.
Examples:
Chief Assistant Larry
Have you seen your daughter, Chief Assistant?
