Rules for Using Colon

A colon (:) is used to introduce a quotation. The sentence at the end of which the colon is placed, should be a complete sentence.

Ex.: After suffering a huge loss in business, Tom remembered Shakespeare’s famous saying: “All that glitters is not gold.”

Rules for Using Colon

A colon (:) is used to introduce an idea.

Ex.: The murder accused had only one option: confess or face the consequences.

        The audience knew who was going to perform next on stage: Michael Jackson.

Rules for Using Colon

A colon (:) is used to introduce a list.

Ex.: He liked all types of junk foods: fries, pizzas, and burgers.

       The zoo had many wild animals: tigers, lions, and panthers. 

       The restaurant offered various cuisines: Thai, Continental, Chinese, and Indian.