Colon
 
 
 
 
Colon

In this lesson you will learn the definition of a colon and study the usage of colons.
Colon Definition
  • A colon looks like this:
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  • A colon is used to:
  • introduce lists
  • connect a broad idea with a specific example
  • two related sentences can be separated by a colon instead of a period
Colon Examples
  • He visited three cities during his stay in the Maritimes: Halifax, Saint John, and Moncton.
  • Their lobbying efforts were ultimately useless: the bill was soundly defeated.
 
Grammar Tips
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An audio lesson to help with your understanding of common mistakes. The English is spoken at 75% of normal speed. Click here to visit the lesson page with the written script for this audio program.
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A video lesson to help with your understanding of commonly confused words.
The English is spoken at 75% of normal speed.
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Commonly Confused Words: Part One
(Beginner - Listening)

An audio lesson to help with your understanding of commonly confused words. The English is spoken at 75% of normal speed. Click here to visit the lesson page with the written script for this audio program.
Commonly Confused Words: Part Two
(Beginner - Listening, reading)

A video lesson to help with your understanding of commonly confused words.
The English is spoken at 75% of normal speed.
Click here to visit the lesson page.
Commonly Confused Words: Part Two
(Beginner - Listening)

An audio lesson to help with your understanding of commonly confused words. The English is spoken at 75% of normal speed. Click here to visit the lesson page with the written script for this audio program.