Punctuation

Punctuation symbols are marks used in writing to separate sentences, clarify meaning, and indicate pauses or emphasis. They are essential for structuring text and enhancing readability.

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«
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<
>
@
×
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:
;
-
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~
¬
/
\
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|
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·
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%
&
§
÷
+
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=
*
!
¡
?
¿
¼
½
¾
²
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©
®
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[
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{
}
'

Common punctuation symbols include the period (.), which marks the end of a sentence, and the comma (,), used to indicate a pause or separate items in a list. The question mark (?) and exclamation mark (!) are used to express inquiry and strong emotion, respectively. Colons (:) and semicolons (;) help connect related ideas or introduce lists and explanations.

Other punctuation symbols include the dash (—) and hyphen (-) are used for different purposes; the dash adds emphasis or breaks in thought, while the hyphen connects words or syllables. These symbols are crucial for the clear and effective communication of ideas.