Things You'll Need:
- a piece of writing
- a pen or computer
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Step 1
First, you need to know what a comma splice is. A comma splice is when two sentences are combined by a comma. For example: I went to the store, i was hungry.
This is how to fix it. -
Step 2
A comma is used to seperate dependant clauses (fragments, not full sentences) (For example: I went to the store, scared that I would not have enough money)
If you have two complete senteces and you want to link them together, use a semicolon -
Step 3
Use a semicolon instead of a comma. The only time you should use a comma with two complete sentences is when you use a conjunction (and, but, or)
EXAMPLE: I went to the store, and I was so hungry I couldn't think straight. -
Step 4
So, remember to use a semicolon to seperate two sentences instead of a comma.
EXAMPLE I am hungry; I need to eat some food.
