2007-03-27 03:46:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
The semi-colon is used in a sentence when talking about two related things that correlate with each other. For example:
It is not always that easy; sometimes, things can get difficult.
or
I like to eat beans; however, the beans don't like my stomach.
It is much different from the colon, which is used to tell the reader what happened next, or to reiterate what you are trying to say:
John ran to the store for one item: Milk Duds
2007-03-27 04:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by johnmfsample 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A semi-colon expresses a stop that is halfway between a comma and a period.
A semi-colon separates two parallel, usually simple, similar independent clauses; it also separates appositive items in a series (which are also using commas). Writers who use semi-colons well usually have a strong sense of the length, continuity and rhythm of their sentences.
2007-03-30 00:56:15 · answer #2 · answered by maî 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have two complete thoughts (sentences) that are related; using a semicolon shows the writer's desire to point out the relatedness.
The previous sentence is an example; this sentence is also an example.
Another use for the semicolon is to clarify sentences that include long lists. Example...
She needed to pack her suitcase with red, green, and yellow accessories; two suits; white, black, and nude undies; shampoo, hand soap, and other toiletries; and, of course, several pairs of shoes.
2007-03-27 11:20:17 · answer #3 · answered by Sallal 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
when you are joining two releated sentences.
2007-03-27 10:55:09 · answer #4 · answered by Bacteria Boy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋