1. Commas:
* This is the most common punctuation for contrasting words.
* Example: "He is strong, but she is quick."
2. Dashes:
* Used for a stronger contrast than commas.
* Example: "She was kind—almost too kind—to everyone."
3. Colons:
* Used to introduce a contrasting element that expands on the first part of the sentence.
* Example: "He had a good heart: he was always willing to help others."
4. Semicolons:
* Can be used for a strong contrast between two closely related independent clauses.
* Example: "The weather was beautiful; however, the beach was crowded."
5. Parentheses:
* Used to add a contrasting element that is not essential to the main sentence.
* Example: "The team was successful (despite their lack of experience)."
Important Notes:
* You can use conjunctions like but, however, yet, although, though, despite, in contrast, on the other hand, etc., to indicate contrast.
* Choose the punctuation that best suits the tone and emphasis you want to convey.