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Grammar

Let’s learn.

They sent an e-card to express their gratitude to the people at the home.

The word in bold is an abstract noun.
Nouns can be abstract or concrete.
1. Abstract nouns are nouns to express ideas, feelings or thoughts.
Abstract noun Example
pride My sister takes great pride in her singing.

confidence Asin told the story with great confidence.
friendship Our friendship started in kindergarten.
charity The man donated all his money to charity.

childhood I have many wonderful memories of my childhood.
2. Concrete nouns are ‘sense’ nouns. We can see, hear, smell, taste or
touch them.
Concrete noun Example
school I love going to school.

music I prefer listening to music than watching television.
perfume My mother likes the scent of that perfume.
sweets My younger brother dislikes sweets.

table This table is made of wood.

Let’s practise.

flower fun sadness disappointment hatred radio

baby joy bread rod excitement camera

Complete the table with abstract and concrete nouns.

Concrete noun Abstract noun

Write sentences using the concrete nouns above.

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