Common Noun

A common noun is a general, non-specific name for a person, place, thing, or idea. It is not capitalized unless it begins a sentence and does not refer to a particular or specific item.

Examples of Common Nouns

• Person: teacher, student, doctor
• Place: city, school, park
• Thing: desk, book, car
• Idea: love, freedom, happiness

Study Guide

When identifying common nouns, look for words that do not refer to a specific or unique item. Pay attention to whether the noun is capitalized or not, as common nouns are not capitalized unless they begin a sentence.

Practice Exercise

Identify the common nouns in the following sentences:

1. The teacher gave the student a book.
2. We visited the city during our vacation.

Answer Key

1. The teacher, student, book

2. The city, vacation

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