Nouns in English Grammar

Nouns are words that name people, places, things, or ideas. They form the foundation of sentences and are essential for communication.

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What Are "Nouns" In the English Grammar?

Nouns

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Nouns are among the first lessons when studying a new language. In other words, we have to be able to name things first, then make sentences with them.
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"Proper and Common Nouns" in English Grammar

Proper and Common Nouns

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Nouns can be categorized based on what they refer to. Common nouns refer to general items, while proper nouns specify unique entities.
"Countable and Uncountable Nouns" in English Grammar

Countable and Uncountable Nouns

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It is important to know if a noun is countable or not. It can help form correct sentences using articles and verbs that agree with the noun.
"Singular and Plural Nouns" in English Grammar

Singular and Plural Nouns

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Singular nouns refer to one item, while plural nouns indicate more than one. Understanding the difference helps form correct sentences and observe agreement.

Plural-Only Nouns

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Here, we will discuss some nouns in the English language that are always used as a plural noun, i.e. they don't have a singular form.

Collective Nouns

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If we want to represent certain individual nouns as one entity we can make use of collective nouns. In this lesson, you'll learn about their structure and uses.

Abstract and Concrete Nouns

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Based on what we can or cannot perceive with our five senses, we can categorize nouns into two groups: abstract and common nouns. Start learning!

Gender-Specific Nouns

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Legends say that the famous Dracula was not a Count, but actually was a Countess! Shocking? Here we will look at gender-specific nouns like Count/Countess!

Noun Modifiers

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As you might guess, noun modifiers can modify nouns. What if there is a noun phrase after noun modifiers? If these questions are stuck in your mind, read more!

Possessive Form of Nouns

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Possessive structures can show ownership and personal relationships. With the help of an apostrophe and 's', we can make the possessive form of nouns.

Compound Nouns

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Compound nouns are formed when two or more words are joined together to create a new word that has an entirely new meaning.

Gerunds

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Gerunds are words derived from verbs that act as nouns. All gerunds include a verb and -ing. In this lesson, we will learn more about them.

Verbal Nouns

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Sometimes we can change a verb and make it into a noun. One of the most common ways of doing this is adding the suffix -ing. Let's see what verbal nouns are!

Nominal Adjectives

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Nominal adjectives are adjectives that function as a noun in a sentence. They may take different roles which we will uncover in this lesson.
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Noun Clauses

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Mostly, the English learners are ok with the idea of nouns, but when it comes to noun clauses, they may not be as confident as they are with nouns. Read more.
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Gerund Phrases

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Grund phrases are phrases that have 'gerunds,' 'its object,' and any 'modifiers' or 'complements.' In this lesson, we will learn all about them.
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Nouns with LanGeek

If you are looking to build a strong foundation in English grammar, there is no better place to start than with nouns. Whether you are just beginning your English learning journey or are looking to fine-tune your skills, our collection of Noun lessons will guide you through every aspect of this fundamental part of speech.

What Are Nouns?

In simple terms, nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas. They form the building blocks of sentences, acting as the subject, object, or complement. Understanding nouns is crucial for forming grammatically correct and meaningful sentences. For example:

Person: teacher, student, doctor

Place: city, park, country

Thing: book, car, laptop

Idea: happiness, knowledge, freedom

As you can see, nouns encompass a wide range of concepts. In English grammar, they are typically categorized into several types, and understanding these categories will help you use them more effectively.

Three Levels for All Learners

At LanGeek, we understand that learners have different needs, which is why our Noun lessons are divided into three skill levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.

Beginner + Intermediate + Advanced

The following lessons are presented at all three proficiency levels:

Proper and Common Nouns

Singular and Plural Nouns

Countable and Uncountable Nouns

Possessive Form of Nouns

Plural-Only Nouns

Intermediate + Advanced

The following lessons are presented at intermediate and advanced levels:

Compound Nouns

Collective Nouns

Gerunds

Abstract and Concrete Nouns

Noun Modifiers

Verbal Nouns

Gender-Specific Nouns

Advanced

The following lessons are only presented at the advanced level:

Nouns

Gerund Phrases

Noun Clauses

Nominal Adjectives

In total, our Noun lessons cover 16 categories of nouns, ensuring that no stone is left unturned, no matter where you are in your learning process.

LanGeek's Other Learning Features

What sets LanGeek apart from other platforms is our integrated learning system, where Noun lessons work hand-in-hand with our other language tools.

Vocabulary: Be sure to check out our Basic Nouns category in the vocabulary section, which focuses on essential, everyday nouns that form the core of daily conversations. This category is perfect for learners who are just starting out and want to build a solid foundation.

Reading: Practice reading comprehension with sentences that feature the nouns you have just learned. Reading exercises allow you to see nouns in action and strengthen your understanding.

Pronunciation: Nouns often have specific stress patterns, which we teach through pronunciation guides. Check out the Stress lesson to learn more about it.

Start Learning Today!

Don't wait to improve your English skills! LanGeek's Noun lessons are designed to guide you from beginner to advanced levels. Start your journey today and master the art of using nouns correctly and confidently.

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