Comma Splices Mistake

When 2 independent clauses are inappropriately joined by comma.

Things To Watch Out

1. If both clauses are independent and unrelated to one another, split them into 2 sentences.
2. If both clauses are independent but related to one another, use a semi-colon instead.

CASE I

These 2 clauses are independent clauses but related to one another.

I love "Li'l Tony 2: Pony Up 2 the Street", it's my favorite movie in the Li'l Tony franchise.

It can be corrected into 2 sentences using a period or semicolon:

I love "Li'l Tony 2: Pony Up 2 the Street". It's my favorite movie in the Li'l Tony franchise.

I love "Li'l Tony 2: Pony Up 2 the Street"; it's my favorite movie in the Li'l Tony franchise.

CASE II

These 2 clauses are independent clauses but unrelated to one another.

Cabbage is my favorite vegetables, Unlike carrot, I dislike its stinky smell.

It can be corrected by splitting into 2 sentences instead:

Cabbage is my favorite vegetables. Unlike carrot, I dislike its stinky smell.