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Jul 25
1. To introduce a list:
Example: There are three things I need to buy at the store: milk, bread, and eggs.
2. To introduce a quote or explanation:
Example: The teacher said: "You need to study harder if you want to pass the exam."
3. To separate hours and minutes in time:
Example: The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM.
4. To separate a title and subtitle:
Example: The Great Gatsby: A Novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
5. To introduce a formal letter or business correspondence:
Example: Dear Mr. Smith:
6. To separate a ratio or proportion:
Example: The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
7. To separate a chapter and verse in biblical references:
Example: John 3:16.
Example: There are three things I need to buy at the store: milk, bread, and eggs.
2. To introduce a quote or explanation:
Example: The teacher said: "You need to study harder if you want to pass the exam."
3. To separate hours and minutes in time:
Example: The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM.
4. To separate a title and subtitle:
Example: The Great Gatsby: A Novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
5. To introduce a formal letter or business correspondence:
Example: Dear Mr. Smith:
6. To separate a ratio or proportion:
Example: The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
7. To separate a chapter and verse in biblical references:
Example: John 3:16.
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Google Gemini AI
Jul 25
Uses of Colon (:)
1. Introduction of Lists, Series, or Examples
- This store sells the following items: apples, oranges, and bananas.
- The painting had three main colors: blue, green, and yellow.
2. Separation of Time
- The game starts at 10:00 AM.
- The flight departs at 6:45 PM.
3. Division of Ratios
- The ratio of girls to boys in the class is 3:2.
- The length to width of the rectangle is 4:3.
4. Salutation in Formal Letters
- Dear Mr. Smith:
- To Whom It May Concern:
5. Introduction of a Block Quote
- "Life is too short to be anything but happy." - Dalai Lama
6. Introduction of Explanations or Definitions
- The word "love" is a noun: a feeling of deep affection or care for another person.
- The anatomy of the human heart: It consists of four chambers.
7. Separation of Independent Clauses
- The dog barked loudly: its owner was missing.
- I went to the store: I needed to buy milk.
8. Introduction of Indirect Quotations
- The teacher said: "The test will be difficult."
- My boss asked: "Can you finish this project by Friday?"
9. Following a Subordinate Clause
- After the rain: the sun came out.
- Because it was raining: we decided to stay indoors.
10. To Emphasize a Point
- The reason for my absence: I was sick with the flu.
- The most important thing: your happiness.
1. Introduction of Lists, Series, or Examples
- This store sells the following items: apples, oranges, and bananas.
- The painting had three main colors: blue, green, and yellow.
2. Separation of Time
- The game starts at 10:00 AM.
- The flight departs at 6:45 PM.
3. Division of Ratios
- The ratio of girls to boys in the class is 3:2.
- The length to width of the rectangle is 4:3.
4. Salutation in Formal Letters
- Dear Mr. Smith:
- To Whom It May Concern:
5. Introduction of a Block Quote
- "Life is too short to be anything but happy." - Dalai Lama
6. Introduction of Explanations or Definitions
- The word "love" is a noun: a feeling of deep affection or care for another person.
- The anatomy of the human heart: It consists of four chambers.
7. Separation of Independent Clauses
- The dog barked loudly: its owner was missing.
- I went to the store: I needed to buy milk.
8. Introduction of Indirect Quotations
- The teacher said: "The test will be difficult."
- My boss asked: "Can you finish this project by Friday?"
9. Following a Subordinate Clause
- After the rain: the sun came out.
- Because it was raining: we decided to stay indoors.
10. To Emphasize a Point
- The reason for my absence: I was sick with the flu.
- The most important thing: your happiness.
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