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Put a comma between the words in the list.
What does Comma mean?
A comma is a punctuation mark that shows a small pause.
Dictionary definition
a punctuation mark used to separate words, phrases, or ideas in a sentence.
Example sentences
Comma in a sentence
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The sentence used a comma after the opening phrase.
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A comma can change the rhythm and meaning of a sentence.
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Practice 1
What does comma mean?
A comma is a punctuation mark used to organize parts of a sentence.
Practice 2
Which word is related to comma?
A comma is a type of punctuation.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses comma correctly?
Commas can separate items in a list.
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Comma
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kah · muh · strongest beat: kah
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WordComma.
Partnoun.
MeaningComma means A comma is a punctuation mark that shows a small pause.
ExampleExample: Put a comma between the words in the list.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kah · muh
- Strongest beat
- kah
- Ending
- muh
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kah.
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Synonyms
Words like Comma
punctuation markA mark used in writing to organize meaning.
separatorA mark that helps separate parts of a sentence.
Antonyms
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Word family
Comma word family
Base word
comma
noun
comma
Base form.
noun
commas
More than one comma.
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Understand Comma
Hint for students
A comma is a punctuation mark that shows a small pause.
Common mix-up
Comma is not the same as letter. Comma means a comma is a punctuation mark that shows a small pause.
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Read this model sentence: The sentence used a comma after the opening phrase. Clue words: sentence, used, opening. Underline clue words that show why comma fits instead of letter. Now write one new sentence that shows comma without using the word comma. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show comma?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The sentence used a comma after the opening phrase." Why does comma fit better than letter?
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