Here's how:
Common Noun:
* General meaning: It refers to the act of entering or the place where you enter something.
* Example: "The entrance to the building is on the left."
* Not capitalized: It's not capitalized because it's a general term, not a specific place or person.
Proper Noun:
* Specific name: It can be part of the name of a specific place, building, or business. In this case, it's capitalized.
* Example: "We met at The Entrance Cafe." (Here, "The Entrance" is the name of the cafe).
In summary:
* Common noun: When referring to the general concept of entering or the place of entry.
* Proper noun: When part of a specific name.
To determine if "Entrance" is a common or proper noun, look for clues in the context of the sentence.