* Pronouns are NOT nouns. Pronouns are words that *replace* nouns. They stand in for a noun that has already been mentioned or is understood in the context.
* However, pronouns can act as the subject or object of a sentence, which are roles typically filled by nouns. This can make it seem like they are nouns, but they are still acting as replacements.
Here's an example:
* Noun: "The dog"
* Pronoun: "He"
Sentence: "The dog was happy. He wagged his tail."
In this case, "He" replaces "The dog" and functions as the subject of the sentence. It's acting like a noun in its role, but it's still a pronoun.
In short: Pronouns are not nouns themselves, but they can function in ways similar to nouns within a sentence.