Punctuation
01
the symbols or marks used to indicate the separation of words into sentences, clauses, or phrases
例子
The teacher asked students to identify all punctuation in the passage.
02
标点符号
the use of marks such as a period, comma, etc. in writing to divide sentences and phrases to better convey meaning
例子
Proper punctuation is essential for making your writing clear and easy to understand.
适当的标点符号对于使你的写作清晰易懂至关重要。
03
something that produces repeated or regular interruptions, breaks, or divisions
例子
His speech was full of gestures that served as punctuation.
