also, `,', and"
2006-10-28 08:52:37 · 3 answers · asked by Michael F 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
: means before you are about to list something..
for example, He went to the store and bought : Milk, cereal, rice, and beans.
; you want to sperate the same idea, but its too short for a sentance
for example, The dog is a golden retriever with brown eyes; he likes to eat alot.
2006-10-28 09:02:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rather than trying to explain let me give you some examples.
1. I love two things in life: (a) money, and (b) food.
2. I don't mind being left without a car; as long as there are frequent trains into the city.
3. He said "I hate it when you go all 'funny' and try to ruin the weekend for us."
2006-10-28 16:05:46 · answer #2 · answered by Greek_Warrior 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you what and what
2006-10-28 16:00:30 · answer #3 · answered by amberharris20022000 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋