Comma Quote by Jenny Baranick
““For And Nor But Or Yet So And you know what to do: when you see one of these little fellows in a sentence, stop, look both ways, see if there’s a complete sentence on each side. If there is, insert a comma; if there’s not, keep on walking.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Editing, 2015
When a coordinating conjunction appears between two independent clauses, a comma should separate them; otherwise, no comma is needed.
In simple terms: Use commas to separate full sentences joined by conjunctions.
Key Takeaway
Insert commas only when both sides are complete sentences.
Themes
grammar
punctuation
writing
clarity
editing
sentence structure
Mood
analytical
instructional
neutral
Type
educational
guideline
instructional
When to use this quote
- proofreading
- academic writing
- business reports
- creative writing
- email composition
Key Concepts
independent clause
coordinating conjunction
comma usage
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often insert commas after conjunctions?
- How does proper punctuation affect readability?
A Different Perspective
Overusing commas can disrupt flow and create choppy prose.
