Nouns Examples

Nouns Examples Nouns A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea. Nouns can name specific people, places. These are called proper nouns . Nouns can also name general people, places or things. These are called common nouns. Examples of Nouns: Examples of proper nouns naming specific people: Mrs. Jones Kelly Grandpa Jim Examples of common nouns naming general people: teacher girl grandfather Examples of proper nouns naming specific places: Georgia Ireland Elm Street Elementary Examples of common nouns naming general places: state country school Examples of proper nouns naming specific things: Charlotte's Web Rover Cheerios Examples of common nouns naming general things: book dog cereal Nouns can also refer to an idea: freedom peace joy