Punctuation

The period is usually the first punctuation mark that we learn about when we first begin reading and writing. A period is called a full stop in British English. The rules for using periods are much simpler than the rules for commas or semicolons. When… continue reading

Should you use a single or a double space after a period? This is a frequent grammar question. Putting two spaces used to be correct, but now one space is becoming more common. So, which way is correct? Here’s the easy answer: One space is… continue reading

Since And The Comma If “since” is being used as a preposition, then it doesn’t need a comma. For example: You haven’t been here since lunch. She’s long since forgotten his name. There are times that “since” is used as a subordinating conjunction to replace… continue reading

The rules governing quotation marks can confuse even seasoned writers. Still, if you learn certain simple principles, punctuating quotes becomes easier. Of course, things become doubly confusing when you have a quote within a quote. We will show you how to punctuate a nested quote correctly.… continue reading

The colon is one of the trickiest punctuation marks. While commas, exclamation points, question marks, and periods are somewhat simple to grasp, the rules around colon usage might seem a bit more confusing. Let’s take a look at its function and some examples of various… continue reading

Do commas go inside quotation marks?  Well, when it comes to quotation marks, double or single, and where to put punctuation marks in relation to quotes, outside or inside, there are two systems: the British and the American. In the British system, primary quotation marks… continue reading

Updated 15 September, 2022: Do you struggle with deciding whether to use a comma every time you write but in a sentence? Well, let’s end the hesitation once and for all: When Should You Put a Comma Before But? This issue can be addressed with a… continue reading