colon in French
colon in French is deux points, deux-points, côlon — colon means the punctuation mark ":", used to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.
colon in French
deux points
The punctuation mark ⟨:⟩.
deux-points
The punctuation mark ⟨:⟩.
côlon
(anatomy) Part of the large intestine; the final segment of the digestive system, after (distal to) the ileum and before (proximal to) the rectum. (Because the colon is the largest part of the large intestine (constituting most of it), it is often treated as synonymous therewith in broad or casual usage.)
What does "colon" mean?
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noun The punctuation mark ":", used to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.
"Remember to add a colon before you start the bulleted list."
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noun The main part of the large intestine, which absorbs water and forms waste before it leaves the body.
"Doctors recommend a colonoscopy after age 45 to check the colon for polyps."
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colon in a sentence
- Remember to add a colon before you start the bulleted list.
- The sentence needed a colon, not a comma, before the explanation.
- Doctors recommend a colonoscopy after age 45 to check the colon for polyps.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "colon" in French?
"colon" in French is deux points, deux-points, côlon. colon means: The punctuation mark ":", used to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.
How do you use "colon" in a sentence?
Example: "Remember to add a colon before you start the bulleted list." In French, "colon" is deux points, deux-points, côlon.
Are there other ways to say "colon" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "colon": deux points, deux-points, côlon.
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