Parentheses ()

Parentheses are the bracket () [] <> {} . The singular form is parenthesis. We only use parentheses in a few specific usages.

Separate Optional Information from Main Sentence(s)

These information are optional. Without them, it does not deviate the context from the main sentence. Example

The cookie (which was still warm) was delicious.

The cookie was delicious.

Adding emotion or additional clauses to modify the main context deliverable means.

Paige says, "Furthermore (*coughing*), I must firmly state that nuts are not necessarily round".

Denote a reference or origin.

Eisenstein said, "time is relative." (Sept 12th Entry, Personal Diary, page 34)

What are the context in the parentheses?
Upon removing it, does the main context still carries the original meaning?
1. YES - Is it necessary to provide such optional information?
  1. YES - use parenthesis
  2. NO - remove it
Is it for denoting a reference source at the end of the sentence after the period?
1. YES - use parenthesis
Is it for showing interruptions in a dialog?
1. YES - use parenthesis
2. NO - remove it.

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