punctuation

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A noun referring to the marks, such as periods, commas, and question marks, used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning, or the act of using such marks.

• 🇨🇳标点符号，指用于书写中分隔句子、明确意义的符号，如句号、逗号、问号等；也指标点符号的使用或标注行为。

1. Interruptions or divisions B2 formal

   Repeated and regular interruptions or divisions in a sequence or process.

   • The punctuation of the music with sudden silences created a dramatic effect.
   • There was a constant punctuation of the speech by applause from the audience.
   • The rhythm of the poem is marked by the punctuation of stressed syllables.

   🇨🇳中断或分隔

2. Marks in writing A2 formal

   The marks, such as periods, commas, and question marks, used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.

   • Correct punctuation is essential for clear writing.
   • She forgot to add punctuation at the end of her sentence.
   • The teacher explained the use of punctuation marks like commas and periods.

   🇨🇳标点符号

3. System of marks B1 formal

   The use of standardized marks to group words into sentences, clauses, and phrases for clarity.

   • Learning punctuation rules helps improve your writing skills.
   • The editor corrected the punctuation in the manuscript.
   • Different languages have different punctuation conventions.

   🇨🇳标点符号系统

• punctuations plural form
• punctuations' possessive plural form
• punctuation's possessive singular form