A period ( . ) is a form of punctuation used to end a declarative sentence. Periods are frequently, but not always used, after initials and with two-letter abbreviations (U.S.). Declarative sentence: Harry S Truman did not use a period after his middle initial.
A period symbol is a punctuation mark that expresses the end of a sentence or an abbreviation. It looks like a tiny circle or dot at the bottom of a written line.
Creating the period symbol on a U.S. keyboard
On English PC and Mac keyboards, the period is on the same key as the greater than ( > ) symbol. Pressing the period key with no other key creates a period. Doing the Alt code Alt +46 can also create a period.
Some people say period after stating a fact or opinion when they want to emphasize that they are definite about something and do not want to discuss it further. I don't want to do it, period.
Ellipsis points are periods in groups of usually three, or sometimes four. They signal either that something has been omitted from quoted text, or that a speaker or writer has paused or trailed off in speech or thought.
The red drop of blood (left) was designated as an official emoji to symbolize menstruation, among other things, this year.
8. Put emojis after the punctuation in a sentence. In English, we generally place symbols at the end of a sentence, which is why it's time to formalize this rule when using emojis with other writing. If you're going to include an emoji (or a series of emojis) in your sentence, add them after your punctuation.
The perpetual flow of instant messaging fears a heavy full stop - it means the conversation is over, or that you're being sarcastic, or angry. How did this happen to a once neutral punctuation mark?
Here's a quick rule: when texting with your family, you should use exclamation points and question marks, but periods are optional.
Like the many other heart emojis, such as Sparkling Heart emoji ? , Beating Heart emoji ?, or Growing Heart emoji ?, the Heart Exclamation emoji ❣️ is used to convey love, affection, and other positive feelings.
If your email has an informal tone, insert a comma between the greeting and the name, and use either a comma or a period at the end of the greeting. Hello, Kathy, (followed by your message) or Hi, Kathy. (followed by your message).
? means you're in a committed relationship since the emoji features 2 cherries joined by their stems. It might also mean “twins” or “best friends.” “We're engaged! ??” “Shout out to my bestie, she's the realest ?”
When sexting, this flower emoji is often interchanged with the ? to represent female genitalia. If someone's using sexual language and a ?, they're likely referring to sex with a woman.
Sexting with emoji: melon emoji Credit: unicode. This is a highly versatile emoji. You can use it to describe breasts, butts and even balls.
Researchers, led by Binghamton University's Celia Klin, report that text messages ending with a period are perceived as being less sincere, probably because the people sending them are heartless.
If you're texting or messaging someone and you see the ellipsis symbol pop up (often with 3 dancing or flashing dots), it means the other person is typing a new message.
The ellipsis, a row of three dots, stands for an omitted section of text. But much can be conveyed by omission. It asks the receiver of the message to fill in the text, and in that way is very coy and potentially flirty.
Have you ever asked one of them if she was on her period or perhaps been tempted to inquire? Take it from me: Don't. Presuming that female reproductive organs make women behave irrationally is rude and sexist. It also evokes the same unscientific beliefs that have always held women back.
A period is used to signal the end of a complete sentence. Correct: This is the best paper I've ever written. A period is also used at the end of an indirect question.
Yes. When you address someone—-hey, you—-you're supposed to use a comma. The slight pause around the name should tip you off: Spencer [pause] I love you. That's how we indicate those pauses when reading a sentence—-with a comma.
With all this talk about using commas and dates, people sometimes get confused and put commas after dates at the end of sentences. This isn't necessary—all you need is a period. Correct: My wife gave birth to our first child in August 1994. Incorrect: My wife gave birth to our first child in August 1994,.