Introduction to Nouns

People, Places, and Things

What is a Noun?

A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea. Nouns can be singular (one) or plural (more than one).

Types of Nouns:

1. People: Names of people or groups.
   • Examples: teacher, doctor, friend, family
2. Places: Names of locations.
   • Examples: school, park, city, country
3. Things: Names of objects or items.
   • Examples: book, car, apple, table

Countable and Uncountable Nouns

• Countable Nouns: These nouns can be counted. They have singular and plural forms.
  • Example:
    • One apple (singular)
    • Two apples (plural)
• Uncountable Nouns: These nouns cannot be counted. They usually do not have a plural form.
  • Example:
    • Water (not waters)
    • Rice (not rices)

Nouns in Sentences

Nouns are important in sentences. They can be subjects or objects.

Examples:

• People:
  • The teacher (subject) teaches (verb) the students (object).
• Places:
  • I go (verb) to the park (object).
• Things:
  • She reads (verb) a book (object).