11+ Comma Examples and Usage: Rules and Exercise

How frequently do you utilise a comma? Commas usually suggest that the statement is not over and there is still something more to say. It is one of the most commonly used punctuation marks in the English language. However, it is one of the most inappropriately used punctuation marks. Learners of English and users rarely learn where to use a comma and how to use it. In this blog, you will go through examples of sentences using a comma, when and where to use a comma, with the help of examples and many other different aspects.

When and When Not to Use a Comma?

Commas are commonly used to separate objects or different articles or in a list. Below are the various roles of a comma:

• The basic role of a comma is to separate nouns (objects/subjects) within a sentence.
• A comma is used to separate phrases or basically to separate a clause and a phrase.
• It can be utilised to separate a main clause from a subordinate clause.
• Moreover, a comma can be used before a coordinating conjunction and after a conjunctive adverb in a compound sentence.

A comma also means a slight pause, but this pause does not mean that you can insert a comma as and when you want to. Utilize a comma only where it is required and is suitable. Now that you know where a comma can be used properly, use it wisely to make your essay look professional and readable.

Examples of Sentences Using a Comma

Mentioned below are a few examples to showcase the different ways to use commas within your sentences.

Use of Comma to Separate Nouns (Subjects/Objects)

• Amit, Rashmi, and Avika are planning a surprise party.
• We invited my sister, my parents and his boyfriend.
• The delicious meal consisted of salad, pasta, and chocolate cake.
• His favourite author, Jane Austen, wrote various classic novels.

Use of Comma to Separate Two Phrases / A Phrase and A Clause

• “Walking through the park, he saw a group of children playing.”
• “Exhausted after the training session, she took a long nap.”
• “The house painted a bright purple, stood out on the street.”
• “The movie was amazing, however, the ending was dissatisfactory”.

Use of Comma to Separate a Main Clause from a Subordinate Clause

• Because the storm was coming, she decided to head home early.
• They went out for dinner, so we did not cook anything at home.
• Nobody knew where to find poppies; however, some of them offered to help us find some contacts.
• We entered the theater, when the show began, to avoid spoilers.

Exercise on Comma

Instructions: In the following sentences insert commas where required and rewrite the correct sentence.

1. They went to the park played frisbee and had a picnic. 2. Tired after the hike she fell asleep instantly. 3. My favorite color is red although I also like orange. 4. Before you leave don’t forget to turn off the lights. 5. The baker delivered fresh buns pastries and cookies. 6. “Would she like some lemonade?” he asked. 7. Having finished their homework the children went outside to ride bicycles. 8. The movie was long but wonderful. 9. Amit the kind-hearted man donated clothes to needy people. 10. They can go to the beach or stay home and watch a movie.

Answers

1. They went to the park, played frisbee, and had a picnic. 2. Tired after the hike, she fell asleep instantly. 3. My favourite colour is red, although I also like orange. 4. Before you leave, don’t forget to turn off the lights. 5. The baker delivered fresh buns, pastries, and cookies. 6.” Would she like some lemonade?” he asked. 7. Having finished their homework, the children went outside to ride bicycles. 8. The movie was long, but wonderful. 9. Amit the kind-hearted man, donated clothes to needy people. 10. They can go to the beach or, stay home and watch a movie.

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