Capitalization: Advanced Rules

What are Some Advanced Capitalization Rules?

‍There are many capitalization rules in the English language. Among the many, the following ten are some of the most common capitalization rules you’ll come across when learning grammar and mechanics.

Some examples of capitalization rules would be the following:

Capitalize the first word of every sentence.

Capitalize a person’s title when followed by the name, takes the place of the person’s name, or is used in direct address.

Capitalize company/brand names, school names, or organizations used as nouns or adjectives.

Capitalize the word “I.”

Capitalize the proper names of specific places (streets, cities, states, lakes, mountains, etc.).

Capitalize religious holidays, texts, and religions.

Capitalize specific holidays, months of the year, and days of the week, but NOT seasons.

Capitalize the proper names of people.

Capitalize words used to name a region like “the South” but do not capitalize directions (points on a compass).

Capitalize the first letter and all the major words in a title (not prepositions or articles).

Long-Form Video: Advanced Capitalization Rules

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This format provides students with a stronger foundation and a more comprehensive understanding of advanced capitalization rules.

Grammar-in-Context Video: Advanced Capitalization Rules

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Short-Form Video: Advanced Capitalization Rules

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