Can you start a new sentence with the word "and"?
Example: And I sleep as much as possible.
2006-08-28 04:32:17 · 9 answers · asked by Kyle 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
It's used to emphasize a point.
Be sure to CAPITALIZE it, and add a comma.
And, be careful to not overuse it!
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2006-08-28 04:46:24 · answer #1 · answered by Yada Yada Yada 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
"And" is a conjunction whose function is to join similar constructions, such as two subjects, two verbs, two main clauses. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using it to begin a sentence. However, some writers, writing in an informal voice, sometimes do so for effect. For example: "Mary is always making rude comments to my friends. And, I do not like it!!" .In formal writing, such as in essays or compositions for school, you should avoid beginning a sentence with "and."
I hope this helps. (From an English teacher.)
2006-08-28 12:02:32 · answer #2 · answered by No one 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not a good idea... since "and" is a conjunction. Most grammarians would NOT want you to start a sentence with a conjunction. Just get rid of it.
2006-08-28 11:35:52 · answer #3 · answered by bethiswriting 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's generally considered bad form; but once you've established yourself as a writer (i.e.; once you're out of school) your peers will grant you a lot more license to break those rules if doing so makes a useful stylistic or narrative point....
2006-08-28 11:37:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Technically it is incorrect. If you do it for an essay or other school assignment, most teachers will consider it an error and take off points for it.
2006-08-28 11:40:16 · answer #5 · answered by dark_phoenix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are getting graded on it, I wouldn't advise it. If its an informal e mail, letter, etc ,and you are doing for tone - go for it!
2006-08-28 11:40:49 · answer #6 · answered by kimgirlscout 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Formally, you may never do that. Informally, I do it all the time.
2006-08-28 11:35:37 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may never start a sentence with and....
2006-08-28 12:40:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
no you can not start as sentence with and......
2006-08-28 12:10:09 · answer #9 · answered by redstarr681 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋