However, readers use their voice to interpret and represent punctuation when reading aloud. For example:
* A period (.) might be indicated by a slight pause.
* A comma (,) might be a brief, almost imperceptible pause.
* An exclamation point (!) would be spoken with a rising inflection and emphasis.
* A question mark (?) would be spoken with a rising intonation.
So, while punctuation itself doesn't have specific sounds, readers use their voices to communicate the meaning and intention behind those marks.