Punctuation Marks and Symbols (Part 3): Key Symbols and Their Uses

Master essential punctuation marks and symbols in English. Improve your writing and communication skills with clear explanations.

Here are 7 symbols we cover in this video.

• Comma (,): Used to separate elements in a list, indicate a pause, or clarify meaning in a sentence. Commas are essential for proper sentence structure and readability.
• Period (.): Marks the end of a declarative sentence or an abbreviation. It's a fundamental punctuation mark for clear communication.
• Slash (/): Used to indicate alternatives (e.g., "and/or"), fractions (e.g., "1/2"), or to separate elements in a URL.
• Dollar Sign ($): Represents currency, particularly in financial contexts. Common in discussions about money and economics.
• At Symbol (@): Widely used in email addresses and social media handles, as well as in digital communications to tag or refer to users.
• Hash (#): Also known as the pound sign, used in social media as a "hashtag" to categorize content, or in programming.
• Percent Sign (%): Represents a percentage, used in mathematics, finance, and everyday expressions involving proportions.

Watch our video to learn more about these punctuation marks and symbols, and enhance your understanding and proficiency in both written and digital communication.