Commas after Introductory Words & Phrases

A comma is used to separate an introductory word or phrase from the main part of the sentence, helping to clarify meaning.

After dinner, we went for a walk.

An introductory word is a word that begins a sentence and is followed by a comma, such as 'however', 'therefore', or 'meanwhile'.

Commas are used to separate items in a list to make it clear that they are distinct items.

You should use a comma after a transition word when it starts a sentence or a clause.

A transition word connects ideas and helps the flow of writing, such as 'first', 'next', 'finally'.

Well, I think we should go now.

It signals a pause and helps the reader understand the structure of the sentence.

The correct sentence is: 'Unfortunately, we missed the bus.'

Use a comma after an introductory clause that is followed by the main clause.