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Punctuations Part-2

 Punctuations

In the previous blog, we learned about Punctuations marks. In this blog, we are going to continue the same topic learn about the remaining punctuations in detail. 


Punctuations 

1) Semicolon 

2) Apostrophe 

3) Slash 

4) Ellipsis 

5) Braces 

6) Hyphen 

7) Dash  


Now let's learn about each Punctuation mark in detail. 


1) Semicolon  (;)

A Semicolon is a punctuation mark that is used to connect two clauses into a single sentence. It is also used to separate items in a series.

 




Example: 

a) I could tell she was scared; her hands were trembling! 

In this sentence, the Semicolon is used to join two clauses into a single sentence. 


b) The cost included: Ella, mom; Paul, dad; Shawn, son; and Shelby, daughter. 

In this sentence, the Semicolon is used to separate the items in a series. 


2) Apostrophe   (') 

An Apostrophe is a punctuation mark that is used to show possession or ownership of something. It is used to combine two words by leaving out a letter (contraction). 





Example: 

a) The boy's ball is blue and red. 

In this sentence, the Apostrophe is used to show possession. 


b) The athletes' uniforms were smelly after the game. 

In this sentence, the Apostrophe is used to show possession. 


c) I couldn't believe my eyes. 

In this sentence, the Apostrophe is used to join two words by leaving out a letter (contraction). 


3) Slash   (/) 

A Slash is a punctuation mark that is used to a choice between paired or multiple terms. It means 'per', 'or'. It is also used to show an abbreviation. 




Example: 

a) It is breezy in spring/fall time. 

In this sentence, the Slash is used to show a choice between paired and multiple terms. 


b) Ask him/her for direction. 

In this sentence, the Slash is used to show a choice. 


c) He made $25/hour at work. 

In this sentence, the Slash is used to mean 'per'. 


4) Ellipsis (...)

An Ellipsis is a punctuation mark that is used to show an unfinished statement or one to be continued. 

It is used to indicate a pause or an interruption. 

Also used to show where words have been left out. 




Example: 

a) I never thought...

In this sentence, Ellipsis is used to show an unfinished statement. 


b) I... really don't... understand it. 

In this sentence, Ellipsis is used to indicate an interruption or a pause. 


c) Snow White... Goldilocks... very popular story for children. 

In this sentence, Ellipsis is used to show where the words are left out. 


5) Braces  ({ })

Braces is a punctuation mark that is used to indicate independent and equal choices in a sentence. It is also used to show a number set. 




Example: 

a) Pick a color {red, yellow, brown, green} to paint the leaf. 

In this sentence, Braces are used to indicate equal choices in a sentence. 


b) Plot the points {2.4} and {6.8} on the graph. 

In this sentence, Braces are used to show a number set. 


6) Hyphen  (-)

A Hyphen is used to join words that are meant to be read together. It is also used to spell out numbers. Also to break apart a long word. 



 Example: 

a) My sister works part-time. 

In this sentence, the Hyphen is used to join words that are meant to be read together. 


b) Do you have fifty-five cents? 

In this sentence, the Hyphen is used to spell out the numbers. 


7) Dash   (---) 

A Dash is a punctuation mark that is used to emphasize words or phrases. It is also used to summarize an idea. 



Example: 

a) The field of snow-white and smooth was an amazing sight to see!

In this sentence, the Dash is used to emphasize words and phrases. 


b) Cake and ice cream- perfect for every birthday treat. 

In this sentence, the Dash is used to summarize an idea. 

    

   

  

 


 

 

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