Commas with direct addresses, introductory words, interjections and interrupters

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📝 Commas with Direct Addresses, Introductory Words, Interjections, and Interrupters

Direct Address 🎯

Definition: When you speak directly to someone and use their name, a title, or a noun of direct address, use a comma to separate it from the rest of the sentence.

Examples:

  • “🎉 Lisa, can you help me with this homework?”
  • “Please, Mr. Sharma, take a seat.”

Tip: Think: “Who am I talking to?” → That’s your direct address!

Introductory Words 🏁

Definition: Words or phrases at the beginning of a sentence that introduce the main idea. Use a comma after them.

Common Introductory Words:

  • Yes, No, Well, Oh, Finally, However, Sadly

Examples:

  • “🌟 Well, I think we should start the project now.”
  • “No, I don’t want any ice cream today.”
  • “Finally, the long vacation has arrived! 🏖️”
Interjections 😲💬

Definition: Words that express strong emotion or feeling. Usually followed by a comma.

Common Interjections: Wow, Oh, Ouch, Hurray, Alas, Hey

Examples:

  • “😮 Wow, that magic trick was amazing!”
  • “Ouch, that really hurt!”
  • “Hurray, we won the match! 🏆”
Interrupters ⏸️

Definition: Words or phrases inside a sentence that break the flow, giving extra information. Use commas before and after the interrupter.

Examples of Interrupters:

  • however, in fact, of course, on the other hand, you see

Examples in Sentences:

  • “The movie, 🎬 of course, was very exciting.”
  • “I will, you see, help you with your project.”
  • “This book, however, is not easy to read.”
✅ Quick Tips for Using Commas
  • Direct address: Who are you speaking to? → Add a comma. 👤
  • Introductory word: At the start of a sentence → Add a comma. 🏁
  • Interjection: Expressing feeling → Add a comma after it. 😃
  • Interrupter: Extra info in a sentence → Add commas before & after. ⏸️
🎨 Colourful Memory Trick

Think of “DIII”:

  • D → Direct Address
  • I → Introductory Word
  • I → Interjection
  • I → Interrupter

Whenever you see someone, something, or extra info in a sentence, drop a comma! ✏️💡

Let’s practice!🖊️