A noun is a word that names a person, place, animal, or thing. For small children, teaching nouns can be made fun and visual by using images and relatable examples. Here’s a simple explanation with examples for kids.
What Is a Noun?
A noun is a naming word that tells us what something or someone is called.
If you can see it, touch it, or talk about it, it’s probably a noun .
| Common Noun | General name for a person, place, or thing | boy, city, pencil, animal ...
| Proper Noun | Special name for a particular person, place, or thing (always starts with a capital letter) | Riya, Delhi, Monday ...
| Collective Noun | Word used for a group of people, animals, or things | bunch of flowers, flock of birds ...
(Singular Noun | One person, place, or thing | apple, bag ..
| Plural Noun | More than one person, place, or thing | apples, bags )
| Abstract Noun | Names an idea or feeling that you cannot touch | love, anger, joy ...
| Concrete Noun | Things you can see or touch | ball, cat, table...
Few Examples of Nouns in Sentences
- Rahul saw a tiger in the zoo.
- The teacher wrote on the blackboard.
- The dog runs fast.
- I have a toy.
- The apple is red and sweet
NOUN INFORMATION
Summary for Kids...
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