| 词组 | punctuation colon | ||||
| 释义 | Contents overview punctuation : colon294 punctuation: colon1explanationsA colon (:) usually introduces an explanation or further details.We decided not to go to Mexico: we had too little money.There was a problem with the car: it was losing oil.2listsA colon can introduce a list.The main points are as follows: (1) … , (2) … , (3) … .We need three kinds of support: economic, moral and political.3subdivisionsA colon can introduce a subdivision of a subject in a title or heading.punctuation: colon4capitalsIn British English, it is unusual for a capital letter to follow a colon (except at the beginning of a quotation). However, this can happen if a colon is followed by several complete sentences.My main objections are as follows:First of all, no complete budget has been drawn up.Secondly, there is no guarantee that …In American English, colons are more often followed by capital letters.5lettersAmericans usually put a colon after the opening salutation (Dear …) in a business letter.Dear Mr. Callan:I am writing to …British usage prefers a comma or no punctuation mark at all in this case.6direct speechNormally, direct speech is introduced by a comma in writing.Stewart opened his eyes and said, 'Who's your beautiful friend?'But a long passage of direct speech may be introduced by a colon.Introducing his report for the year, the Chairman said: 'A number of factors have contributed to the company's very gratifying results. First of all, …'And a colon is used when direct speech is introduced by a name or short phrase (as in the text of a play, or when famous sayings are quoted).
|
||||
| 随便看 |
|
英语用法大全包含1354条英语用法指南，基本涵盖了全部常用英文词汇及语法点的翻译及用法，是英语学习的有利工具。