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How to Say Different Brackets in English

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Programmers use several kinds of brackets. They look similar, but each has a different English name and usually serves a different purpose in code.

SymbolsEnglish name
()parentheses / round brackets
[]square brackets / brackets
{}curly braces / braces

The exact purpose of each symbol depends on the programming language, but these English names are widely understood in technical discussions.

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