Lesson 1: What is a Noun? (Naming People, Places, Things, Abstracts)

Lesson 1: What is a Noun? (Naming People, Places, Things, Abstracts)
Welcome to the foundation of English grammar! When learning how to construct sentences, one of the first things you need to master is identifying what exactly you are talking about. A noun is a naming word. In English, we use nouns to identify People, Places, Things, Animals, and Ideas/Feelings . Let's look at some examples you might use every day. Vocabulary List: Guide (Person) - A person who shows others the way, especially tourists. Temple (Place) - A building devoted to religious worship. Train (Thing) - A series of connected vehicles traveling on railways. Bird (Animal) - A creature with feathers and wings, usually able to fly. Love (Idea/Feeling) - A strong feeling of affection. Time (Idea) - The continued progress of existence and events. Common Mistake: Word Order In English, remember that nouns often come after an adjective (like "a beautiful temple", not "a temple beautiful"). Please enable JavaScript to view the interactive flashcards and take the quiz. Welcome!