Definition of Noun
A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.
In other words, a noun tells us who or what we are talking about in a sentence.
Types of Nouns:
- Proper Noun (विशेषणवाचक संज्ञा) – Names of specific people, places, or things.
- Examples: Ram, Delhi, Taj Mahal
- Common Noun (सामान्य संज्ञा) – Names of general people, places, or things.
- Examples: boy, city, school
- Abstract Noun (भाववाचक संज्ञा) – Names of feelings, qualities, or ideas.
- Examples: love, courage, honesty
- Collective Noun (समूहवाचक संज्ञा) – Names of a group of people, animals, or things.
- Examples: team, flock, bunch
- Material Noun (द्रव्यवाचक संज्ञा) – Names of substances or materials.
- Examples: gold, water, milk
Examples in Sentences:
- Person: The teacher is kind.
- Place: I live in a village.
- Thing: This book is interesting.
- Idea: Honesty is the best policy.