Nouns – Definition and Types
1. Definition of Noun
A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.
- Example:
- Boy – लड़का
- School – स्कूल
- Book – किताब
- Happiness – खुशी
2. Types of Nouns
| Type of Noun | Definition | Examples (English) | Examples (Hindi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Noun | Names general people, places, or things | boy, city, book | लड़का, शहर, किताब |
| Proper Noun | Names a particular person, place, or thing | Rahul, Delhi, Taj Mahal | राहुल, दिल्ली, ताज महल |
| Concrete Noun | Names something that can be perceived by senses | pen, flower, dog | पेन, फूल, कुत्ता |
| Abstract Noun | Names feelings, qualities, or ideas | love, courage, honesty | प्यार, साहस, ईमानदारी |
| Collective Noun | Names a group of people, animals, or things | team, flock, herd | टीम, झुंड, झुंड |
| Countable Noun | Can be counted (singular/plural) | apple/apples, chair/chairs | सेब/सेब, कुर्सी/कुर्सियाँ |
| Uncountable Noun | Cannot be counted | water, rice, sugar | पानी, चावल, चीनी |
| Material Noun | Names a substance or material from which things are made | gold, silver, wood | सोना, चाँदी, लकड़ी |