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when to use punctuations in writing

Punctuations: When to Use Them

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Punctuation is the system of signs or symbols given to a reader to show how a sentence is constructed and how it should be read. It sets the intonation of how a reader should read the text. It tells readers if they need to read a sentence with a rising or falling tone, if it needs a neutral tone, or how long you need to pause and when to pause.

HERE ARE BASIC PUNCTUATIONS AND WHEN TO USE THEM

when to use punctuations

Test Your Knowledge: Identify the punctuation mark(s) and how it is being used in the sentence.

  1. It’s a lovely day, isn’t it?
  2. “Yes, it is. It’s a great time to go to the beach.” I replied.
  3. “Great idea! I’ll prepare the snacks, drinks, sunscreen lotion, and bathing suits.” said Anna.
  4. The beach is packed with sunbathers.
  5. There seems to have no space for them.

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Capitalization: When to Write Letters in Upper Case

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Capitalization (American English) or Capitalisation (British English) writing a word with its first letter as a capital letter (uppercase letter) and the remaining letters in lower case.

Capitalization is an important part of writing skills. And so, learning when to write letters in capital is essential in writing for the following reasons:

  • It helps convey a message or information clearly.
  • It helps emphasize a specific word and/or word pattern.
  • It gives writing text an orderly appearance.
  • It is easier to distinguish words.

HERE ARE 4 WRITING CASES WHERE LETTERS ARE CAPITALIZE

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