Punctuation and Capitalization

The apostrophe is used when you are is used. As in you're being very helpful (you are being very helpful). Too many people assume that your is the same a you are - which it isn't.

Yes, "Fortress" should be capitalized when referring to a specific fortress or fortress as part of a title, such as "Fortress of Solitude." Otherwise, treat it as a common noun and do not capitalize it.

The capitalized pronoun "Nothing" is classified as an indefinite pronoun. It refers to an unspecified or nonexistent thing.

Yes, if you are referring to the specific cooking utensil known as a Wok. If it is used in a general sense to describe a type of cooking, then it should not be capitalized.

The Mediterranean Sea does not have an official capital city as it is a body of water surrounded by several different countries. Each coastal country has its own capital city, but the sea itself does not have a capital.

Yes, in insurance documents, "Insured" is typically capitalized when referring to the person or entity that is covered by the insurance policy.

In a sentence, the word "halal" is typically not capitalized unless it is at the beginning of the sentence or part of a proper noun, such as a product name.

Yes, the first word of a greeting is typically capitalized, such as "Hello," or "Hi," to show proper punctuation and etiquette.

It depends on the context. If "elder" is used as a formal title before a name or as part of a proper noun, then it should be capitalized. For example, "Elder John Smith."

Yes, the word "plaque" is not typically capitalized unless it is at the beginning of a sentence.

No, "salt" is not capitalized unless it is used at the beginning of a sentence or part of a proper noun.

The word pies is a common noun and needs no apostrophe.

However, an apostrophe may be needed if you describe something belonging to the pie or pies.

The pie's filling bubbled over the crust.

The pies' strong pumpkin scent smelled glorious.

Yes, it is common to capitalize the name of an internal report in a letter to show emphasis and importance. This helps to make the title stand out and be easily recognized by the reader.

Yes, you should capitalize the word "Canadian" when it is used as a proper noun to refer to a person from Canada or an attribute specifically related to Canada. For example, "Canadian food" or "Canadian culture."

Yes, "Drag" should be capitalized when referring to the art form or culture of drag performance.

No, "is" is not always capitalized in the title of a book, movie, work of art, or song. Capitalization rules vary depending on the style guide being followed and the specific title. In general, short prepositions such as "is" are not typically capitalized unless they are the first or last word in the title.

The sentence should be punctuated as: "What a beauty!" exclaimed Susie.

Yes, "QA Manager" should be capitalized as it is a job title or role within a company.

No, lisinopril should not be capitalized unless it is the first word in a sentence. It is a generic drug name and is typically not capitalized.

Yes, "Advent" should be capitalized because it is a proper noun referring to the period of time before Christmas in Christian traditions.

Mushroom types are often capitalized when they are used as proper nouns, for example "Portobello mushrooms" or "Shiitake mushrooms". However, when used in a general sense, they are not capitalized, for example "button mushrooms" or "cremini mushrooms".

The author of "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" compares the relationship of punctuation to words to a musical score and notes in music. Just as notes convey meaning and tone in music, punctuation plays a crucial role in conveying meaning and tone in written language.

Yes, the word "manager" should be capitalized when it is used as part of someone's job title or as a formal title for someone in a managerial role.

Yes, "Great Northern bean" should be capitalized because it is a proper noun that refers to a specific type of bean.