Sage-Tips

Do you use a comma after guys?

When a speaker uses “you guys” as a way to address a group (which is not inclusive, by the way), then it is instead of the more formal “each of you” or simply, “you.” Just as “Each of you may have dinner” does not need a comma, “You guys may have dinner” would not require a comma.

Do you put a comma after hey?

New Member. Because “hey” is an interjection like “wow” and not an adjective like “dear,” it requires a comma separating it from the name.

How do I know if I use a semicolon correctly?

Use a semicolon to join two related independent clauses in place of a comma and a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet). Make sure when you use the semicolon that the connection between the two independent clauses is clear without the coordinating conjunction.

How do you use guys in a sentence?

You-guys sentence example

1. I hope you guys enjoyed supper, because this is going to be my last trip.
2. When you guys get here, I’ll leave with you.
3. If you guys are through socializing, we’d better get moving.
4. I’m ready to try again if you guys are willing.
5. I thought I’d be back before you guys woke up.
6. He loves you guys !

What are you guys doing punctuate the sentence?

There’s no punctuation required in this sentence if it is just a question. But if it is to be expressed in a direct speech, a different set of punctuation marks are required. You can simply write: What are you doing?

Do you put a comma after a name at the beginning of a sentence?

If the name is at the beginning of a sentence, you put a comma after it. If it’s at the end, you put the comma in front. And if the name is in the middle of a sentence, commas go in front and back. If you’d like to read more, I wrote a blog entry two years ago about the use of commas in direct address.

Which sentences use a semicolon correctly?

When you have a conjunctive adverb linking two independent clauses, you should use a semicolon. Some common conjunctive adverbs include moreover, nevertheless, however, otherwise, therefore, then, finally, likewise, and consequently. I needed to go for a walk and get some fresh air; also, I needed to buy milk.

What is a semicolon example?

Semicolons Separate Clauses Here’s an example: I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight. The two clauses in that sentence are separated by a semicolon and could be sentences on their own if you put a period between them instead: I have a big test tomorrow.

Did you hear him he punctuate the sentence?

Complete step-by-step answer: The correct way to punctuate did you hear him he whispered : “Did you hear him?”, he whispered. The sentence is a question asked by a particular person ‘he’.

What comes before and after the semicolon in a sentence?

Let’s put that another way. The group of words that comes before the semicolon should form a complete sentence, the group of words that comes after the semicolon should form a complete sentence, and the two sentences should share a close, logical connection: I ordered a cheeseburger for lunch; life’s too short for counting calories.

How do you use a semi-colon?

There are two ways you can use a semi-colon: You can use it to separate two complete sentences. You can use it to separate items in a list. You know that we usually use periods between two complete sentences. A semi-colon is a little different. It tells the reader that you’re at the end of a thought, but that there’s another part to it.

Do you use a semi-colon with a coordinating conjunction?

You don’t usually need a semicolon with a coordinating conjunction. You usually would use a comma. But I would not want to say that it could *never* be correct. It is correct to use a period and to start a new sentence with But, so I don’t think that the sky will fall if you actually use a semi-colon instead.

Is a semicolon a good punctuation mark?

But they can sure spice it up from time to time. 😉 The semicolon is a good punctuation mark to have in your back pocket. Or on top of your parenthetical smile. So whether you’re using it to whip up a good complex sentence or to give someone a wink, now you know how to do it right.