Here's why:
* Common nouns refer to general, non-specific people, places, or things.
* Proper nouns refer to specific, unique people, places, or things (e.g., John, London, Eiffel Tower).
Since "bell" could refer to any bell, it's a common noun.
Here's why:
* Common nouns refer to general, non-specific people, places, or things.
* Proper nouns refer to specific, unique people, places, or things (e.g., John, London, Eiffel Tower).
Since "bell" could refer to any bell, it's a common noun.