Here's a list of common punctuation marks and their uses:
Full Stop (Period) .
* Used to mark the end of a sentence.
* Used after abbreviations (e.g., Dr., U.S.A.).
Comma ,
* Used to separate items in a list.
* Used after introductory phrases or clauses.
* Used to separate independent clauses joined by a conjunction (e.g., and, but, or).
* Used to set off nonessential information (e.g., appositives).
Question Mark ?
* Used at the end of a question.
Exclamation Mark !
* Used at the end of a sentence to show strong emotion.
Semicolon ;
* Used to separate closely related independent clauses.
* Used to separate items in a list when the items themselves contain commas.
Colon :
* Used to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.
* Used after a salutation in a formal letter.
Apostrophe '
* Used to show possession (e.g., John's book).
* Used to show the omission of letters (e.g., can't, don't).
Hyphen -
* Used to join words together (e.g., self-esteem).
* Used to separate syllables at the end of a line.
Dash —
* Used to set off a parenthetical phrase or clause.
* Used to indicate a sudden break or change in thought.
Parentheses ( )
* Used to enclose nonessential information.
* Used to clarify or provide additional information.
Brackets [ ]
* Used to enclose explanatory material within a quotation.
* Used to indicate the insertion of missing words or letters.
Ellipsis ...
* Used to indicate an omission of words.
* Used to suggest a pause or hesitation.
Quotation Marks " "
* Used to enclose direct quotations.
* Used to indicate words used in a special sense.
Let me know if you'd like more details about any of these punctuation marks, or if you have any other questions!