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feminine

/puntwaˈθjon/

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Translation

punctuation, score

Word origin

From Latin punctum ('point'), from pungere ('to prick'), the same root behind English 'point' and 'puncture'.

Origin
Latin
Root
punctum
English cognates
point, puncture

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralpuntuaciones

Examples

signos .

The comma and the full stop are punctuation marks.

.

His score on the exam was the highest in the class.

texto .

Good punctuation makes the text easier to read.

.

The player achieved a record score.

¿ ?

Did you check the punctuation before handing in the essay?

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This word is part of lesson 97.