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It tells the reader that there is an indication of omission of word(s).

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What is the meaning of an ellipsis in a syntax?

In grammar, an ellipsis is when one or more words are left out and these words must be supplied by the listener or reader. Ellipsis in Greek means to leave out.


What is the perpose and effect on the reader of the use of ellipsis?

The ellipsis can be used to create tension, like a cliffhanger, it can be used to imply something is missing from the sentence, to get the reader inquisitive and it makes the reader question what is happening.


Why should you use an ellipsis?

To make information more specific for the reader


Why would you use ellipsis?

To make information more specific for the reader


What do you call three dots at the end of a sentence?

They are called ellipsis, used to create a cliff hanger or intrigue the reader.


Which type of punctuation signals the reader that words have been omitted from a direct quotation?

Ellipses in the middle of a quotation show the reader that words have been left out.


What is the plural of ellipsis?

The plural of ellipsis is ellipses.


Purpose of using an ellipsis?

To leave your writing on a cliffhanger and make the reader want to read on. Often used when something shocking has happened. eg: And then the alien disappeared...


Should there be a space after ...?

You mean 'an ellipsis'. Also yes, there is a space after an ellipsis.


Should there be a space after a ellipsis?

You mean 'an ellipsis'. Also yes, there is a space after an ellipsis.


Use an ellipsis ( . . . ) when you want to?

You can do whatever you want Ellipsis is a noun so you can use it at the beginning of a sentence. A ellipsis is often indicated by a set of dots.


Can you use an ellipsis at the beginning of a sentence?

You can do whatever you want Ellipsis is a noun so you can use it at the beginning of a sentence. A ellipsis is often indicated by a set of dots.