Dictionary entryCEFR B2noun

colon

IPA pronunciation: /ˈkəʊlən/

Listen to the pronunciation

Russian meaning

двоеточие (пунктуация), толстая кишка

English definition

A punctuation mark (:) used before a list or explanation, or the large intestine.

Example

Use a colon to introduce a list of items.

Collocations

colon cancer
colon punctuation
semicolon and colon

This is learning content written for DET preparation, not an official dictionary entry. Check a current dictionary or the institution's policy when precision matters.

Explore the dictionary

Definitions, IPA, Russian meanings, examples and collocations.

All words Practice