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Do you put a comma after the word Although if first in sentence?

You don't put a comma after "Although" when it's the first word in a sentence.

Here's why:

* "Although" is a subordinating conjunction. It introduces a dependent clause that needs an independent clause to complete the thought.

* Dependent clauses usually come *after* the independent clause. For example:

* Although it was raining, I went for a walk.

* Independent clause: I went for a walk.

* Dependent clause: Although it was raining.

* When the dependent clause comes first, you usually put a comma after it.

Let's look at some examples:

* Correct: Although it was raining, I went for a walk.

* Incorrect: Although, it was raining, I went for a walk.

Key takeaway: No comma after "Although" when it begins a sentence.

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