Commas (,) are used in many ways.
- We use a comma after time-order words such as first, next, then, and last.
- We use a comma to separate three or more words in a series.
- We use a comma between a quotation and the rest of the sentence.
"Yes, you can go play outside," said Mrs. Williams.
First, we need to sketch out our plans.
I have a pet cat, bird, mouse, rabbit, and two dogs.
We also use a comma to separate the city and province (or state), or the city and country. We also use a comma between the day and the year.
Dijon, France is famous for its mustard.
Niagra Falls, Ontario is where three waterfalls join together.
We won the science fair on May 24, 2010.