Nouns:
* What they are: Nouns are words that name people, places, things, or ideas. They are the core of sentences, representing the subjects and objects of action.
* Examples: *person* (John), *place* (London), *thing* (table), *idea* (love)
* Function: Nouns are the building blocks of sentences, defining the who, what, where, and when.
* Typical questions: Who? What? Where?
Adjectives:
* What they are: Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns. They provide more information about a noun's qualities, characteristics, or attributes.
* Examples: *big*, *red*, *happy*, *beautiful*
* Function: Adjectives enhance the meaning of nouns, making them more specific and vivid.
* Typical question: What kind? Which one? How many?
Here's a simple analogy:
Imagine a car.
* Noun: *Car* is the noun, the core thing being described.
* Adjectives: *Red*, *fast*, *new*, *sporty* are all adjectives that modify the noun "car," giving us more information about it.
Key points to remember:
* Order: Adjectives usually come *before* the noun they modify.
* Not always separate: Sometimes, an adjective is part of a noun phrase, like "greenhouse."
* Multiple adjectives: You can use multiple adjectives to describe a noun, like "a big, red, shiny car."
Let me know if you'd like more examples or have any further questions!