Nouns

Common Nouns and Proper Nouns

Common nouns refer to common, everyday things.     A proper noun refers to specific things that are unique or have names. Proper nouns begin with capital letters.

Concrete Nouns and Abstract Nouns

A concrete noun names something you can experience with at least one of your senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell). Most nouns are concrete nouns. An abstract noun names something you cannot experience with your senses. Sometimes abstract nouns are called “idea nouns.” See also: Nouns: Prime-Time Players, Noun Clauses:, and Appositives.