Also for you. “Besides” is an introductory word, separated by commas? How to correctly use punctuation marks for clarifying and connecting phrases? Yes, besides: is there a comma at the beginning of a sentence?

Spelling the words “also” and “the same” depends on what part of speech is in front of us. The rule is this: a conjunction is written together, an adverb with a particle is written separately.

Separate writing

It is correct to write “the same way” if “so” is an adverb, and “the same” is a particle. They are used to compare objects.

She tried to be like her friend in everything: she painted her lips just as brightly, twirled in front of the mirror for a long time and drew out her words in a mannered manner.
It was April, and snow was still falling in flakes outside.

Clue: try inserting the phrase “as well” after “the same way.”

Just like me, she hates cream.
Animals just like people, know how to love.

Continuous writing

“Also” is a conjunction formed by merging an adverb with a particle. It needs to be written together.

The artist was nervous before the performance, and there was also a sense of excitement in the hall.
The dollar, like the euro, also continues to grow rapidly.

Clue: The conjunction “also” can be replaced by another conjunction – “and”.

The artist was nervous before the performance, And there was excitement in the room.
AND The dollar, like the euro, continues to grow rapidly.

Let's ask a question

The spelling of the word also depends on the question. To an adverb with a particle you can ask the question “how?”. But such a number will not work with a conjunction, since it is not an independent part of speech.

Dropping a particle

Consider this proposal:

My day today went the same way as yesterday.

Remembering that the “zhe” particle only imparts an amplification effect, let’s try to discard it. What did we get?

My day today went the same as yesterday.

The sentence was not affected at all, which means that in this case “the same” should be written separately.

Now another example:

My friend loves sushi and rolls, I also love Japanese cuisine.

Let's try to drop the "same" again. And this is what we get:

My friend loves sushi and rolls, I love Japanese cuisine so much.

There is clearly something wrong with the proposal! Of course, in this case we did not discard the “zhe” particle, but tore off a piece of the union! Let us remember: in such a situation our word is written together.

At the same time, if you replace also with too, the meaning will not change. This is a compelling reason for cohesive writing.

My friend loves sushi and rolls, I also love Japanese cuisine.

Synonyms

The following synonyms correspond to an adverb with the particle “also”:

in the same way
exactly the same
like,
as well as
as well as,
like,
Seems like,
the same
similarly.

The conjunction “also” can be replaced with the words:

Same,
equally,
at the same time,
equally.

Remember that a correctly chosen synonym can solve a number of spelling problems.

Hard case

There are, however, difficult situations when the meaning can only be determined by a broad context, which includes several sentences, or by intonation.

The girl was also very beautiful.(This girl was as beautiful as the other one.)
He was also determined.(And he was determined.)

Punctuation

Our words have their own punctuation features when written in writing. For example, after an adverb with the particle “also” the word “as” often follows. We are accustomed to the fact that “how” is usually preceded by a comma. But this is not always fair. Let's look at examples:

I, like most students, am counting on a scholarship.

(= I, like most students, count.)

I, like most students, am counting on a scholarship.

(= I calculate in the same way, to the same extent.)

We hope our article helped you understand the difference between the conjunction “also” and an adverb with the particle “also”. Always pay attention to the context - it will help resolve any difficulties. And also do not forget to follow the rules and tips. And for dessert - an instructive linguistic tale.

About the power of friendship

Once upon a time in the world the adverb So and the particle Zhe. So she always avoided Zhe because she considered herself superior to her.

- I independent word! Who is she? - Tak said with his nose turned up.

Zhe silently endured insults and sometimes even left the proposal so as not to end up next to the arrogant Tak. Perhaps they would never have become friends if not for one incident.

Union And one day he became very ill. So much so that he could not get out of bed and take his rightful place in the sentence: “And friendship is important to us.” And, as luck would have it, all his closest friends had left - there was no one to replace the unfortunate man! Then the words decided to gather a council.

- How can we be! If I is not included in the sentence, it will lose its meaning!

- I feel sorry for the poor guy. But we could all lose our jobs.

And all the words quietly began to cry. When suddenly Tak came up to Zhe and lowered his head and whispered:

- I'm sorry. Let's be friends. I know we can help.

She smiled welcomingly, extended her hand and said:

– Friendship is also important to us.

And then a miracle happened: the proposal made sense! The words raised surprised eyes to former enemies and beamed. They are saved!

Since then, Tak and Zhe have become such friends that you can’t spill water on them. And even if they found themselves apart in the proposal, they still supported each other.

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How many commas can you put in? Of course, you can’t omit them altogether, but it’s better if all the commas are in their place. They are more comfortable, and you are more competent.

Right: I once missed my plane

The nightmare of all travelers, and indeed any person. It’s better to listen to your mother and arrive early (five hours before). Also, don’t put an unnecessary comma after the word “one day.” This is an adverb that is mistaken for introductory word, and separated by commas. In vain. It’s easy to check for “false introductory words”: introductory words, as a rule, do not answer the questions. So here it is enough to ask a question. When did you miss your plane? One day.

Right: and it's almost summer

Two extra commas detected! But why? We don't know either. “Here” is a demonstrative particle that is extremely rarely separated by commas. A comma is needed if the next part of the sentence clarifies or reveals the meaning of the previous one: “I’ve been wanting to tell you the news for a long time. So, now I’m a 5th grade class teacher.” For our example with almost summer (and many other examples with “here”), this option is not very suitable. Restrain your punctuation urges.

Right: however, it's not that simple

However, it's simple! Although... Sometimes “however” is a false introductory word, sometimes it is an introductory one. If "however" comes at the beginning simple sentence and it can be replaced with “but” - which means that this is not an introductory word, but a conjunction. A comma can be used if after “however” there is another isolated phrase, for example: “However, as “Chalk” predicts, most schoolchildren will write the Unified State Exam perfectly.” If “however” is in the middle or at the end of a sentence, then it may well be an introductory word with the meaning of opposition: “You fooled me, however!”/

Right: To to the same there is always a temptation to use a comma

Let's get acquainted with another false introduction combination. There is no need for a comma after “besides.” Only if these words are not followed by a separate phrase. For example: besides, I think nothing would have worked out anyway.

Right: It's great to study. Especially if they don't give homework

If the adverb “especially” is at the beginning of a sentence, then no punctuation marks are placed at all. And if a phrase with clarification or clarification begins with the word “especially”, then it is isolated entirely. For example: it’s great to study, especially if you don’t have homework.

Right: there are at least two errors in the text

What to do if you desperately want to put a comma after the false introductory combination “at least”? Just control yourself. This was not said by us, but by the organizer of the “Total Dictation” and deputy head of the HSE School of Philology, Maria Rovinskaya, in one interview. True, sometimes author's commas are allowed to emphasize an intonation pause. But, to tell you a secret, original punctuation marks are possible anywhere. Just shhh.

Right: he came to school as an experienced teacher

The comma before “how” also pisses us off, don’t worry. Because it can be difficult to determine when it is needed and when it is not. It’s easier to do the opposite: remember when a comma before “how” is needed, and in all other cases do not put it. A comma is needed in phrases with demonstrative words: “so... as”, “such... as”, “that... as” and “as... as”, “as and...”. It will also be useful in comparative speeches (I want to be like the president). And finally, in complex sentences, when "how" attaches subordinate clause. Here we do not have a comparison, but the meaning “as quality”. Came to school as who? An experienced teacher. Read carefully - there is no other recipe.

Right: Dear Mel reader

Not exactly a false word, but a very common childhood mistake. The rule with appeals is almost elementary school, and it haunts us all our lives. And yes, we manage to make mistakes in them. Calls really need to be separated with commas (always!). In our version, the word “dear” (also popular for mistakes like “respected”) is included in circulation and is not separated by a comma. If there was some kind of greeting before the address (“good afternoon, dear Olga Vasilyeva”), then a comma would be in place.

Right: In any case, you will have to take exams

Remember that in the combinations “in any case”, “as a last resort”, “in our case” (and a dozen other combinations that are not included in this text) a comma is not needed.

You will learn how to write the “besides” construction in this article.

The Russian language is beautiful and at the same time complex language. To write correctly you need to know many rules and exceptions to them. In this article we will look at how to write the introductory phrase “besides”. Do I need to separate with commas?

“Besides” is an introductory word, separated by commas?

The phrase “besides” more often serves not as an introductory word, but as a conjunction. It is very rarely separated by commas on both sides; more often it is not separated.

Not separated by commas when:

If the design points to something. For example: “He led me to the same place.”
The conjunction function uses "moreover" but it can be semantically and equivalently replaced by the word “in addition” or “to all.”

For example:“The woman came to place an order again, and besides, she has neither money nor a plastic card with her.” Another example: “We have a lot to learn from people who are calm and measured and who are also noted as smart.”

Separated by commas in the following cases:

When an author makes his or her individual "author use" of this phrase in an unusual syntactic function. Therefore, “besides”, although rare, can be an introductory construction.
For example: Dostoevsky often used this non-classical construction in his stories. In his novel “The Idiot” there is the following line: “Besides, the moment you begin to speak, you cease to be a philosopher.”

How to correctly use punctuation marks for clarifying and connecting phrases?

In sentences, words that have the meaning of clarification or addition are highlighted by intonation or meaning. They perform the function of additional words. In such sentences, commas are used to highlight these members of the sentence. How to correctly use punctuation marks for clarifying and connecting phrases?

Clarifying turns:

When clarifying, the members of the sentence are separated by commas at the beginning and at the end, as well as on both sides if the construction is in the middle of the sentence. For example: “Today, at eight o’clock in the evening, there will be a meeting” (when? - at eight o’clock in the evening). Clarification can answer the question: “how exactly?”, “where exactly?”.

The construction “furthermore” will be separated by a comma if “in addition” is intended.. This clarification is often found in Russian. For example: “I also like to play the guitar.”

Explanatory phrases:

If the sentence begins with the adjective “besides”, then a comma is placed after this construction. “Besides, it rained every day.”
If the sentence contains this construction with the conjunction “and”, then there is no comma. “I was slightly dumbfounded and also too embarrassed by his words.”

Conclusion: If the construction “besides” acts as a conjunction in a sentence, then it is not separated by commas. For clarifying and explanatory phrases, it is separated by commas.

Yes, besides: is there a comma at the beginning of a sentence?

If this is a connecting construction that is in the middle of a sentence, then a comma must be inserted. For example: “We didn’t know what to do next, and besides, this is where the entire production cycle ends.”

“Yes, besides”: is a comma used at the beginning of a sentence? In this case, there is no need to put a comma, since the construction “besides” is a conjunction. For example: “Yes, and besides, he came late.”