Commas with direct addresses and after introductory words

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✏️ Commas with Direct Addresses & After Introductory Words 🌟

Commas with Direct Addresses 🗣️

What is a direct address?
When we talk directly to someone, we use their name or title in a sentence.

Rule: Use a comma to separate the name or title from the rest of the sentence.

Examples:

• “Mom, can I play outside?” 👩‍👦

• “Raju, please pass me the pencil.” ✏️

• “Teacher, may I ask a question?” 🏫

💡 Tip: If the name is at the end, put a comma before it.

• “Can I play outside, Mom?” 👩‍👦

Commas After Introductory Words 📝

What are introductory words?
Words that begin a sentence and introduce the main idea. Examples: Well, Yes, No, Oh, Finally, First

Rule: Put a comma after the introductory word.

Examples:

• “Yes, I would love some ice cream.” 🍦

• “Oh, I forgot my homework!” 📚

• “Finally, we reached the park.” 🌳

💡 Tip: The comma shows a pause in reading. It helps the sentence sound natural.

Practice Sentences ✍️

• “Riya, come here.” 👧
• “No, I don’t want to go yet.” ❌
• “Dad, can you help me with this?” 👨‍👦
• “Finally, we finished our homework!” ✅

Quick Rules Recap 🔑

Situation	Where to Put Comma	Example
Direct Address	Before or after the name	“Sara, come here.” / “Come here, Sara.”
Introductory Words	After the word	“Yes, I like it.”