Common Noun: waterfall
* This is the general term for any cascading body of water.
* It's not specific to any particular waterfall.
Proper Noun: Niagara Falls
* This is the specific name of a famous waterfall located on the border of the United States and Canada.
* Other examples of proper nouns for waterfalls include:
* Victoria Falls
* Angel Falls
* Yosemite Falls
Key Difference:
* Common nouns are general and can be used for many things.
* Proper nouns are specific names for individual people, places, or things. They are always capitalized.