THE FOUNDATION OF ENGLISH: A DEEP DIVE INTO NOUNS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
Abstract
This article provides a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of nouns and their grammatical functions in the English language. Designed for both learners and educators, it covers the classification, usage, comparison, and practical application of noun types including countable, uncountable, abstract, concrete, compound, and collective nouns. It also analyzes quantifiers such as many, much, few, and little, as well as the possessive case and structures using both, either, and neither. Each section integrates real-life examples, common learner errors, comparative linguistic insights, interactive exercises, and classroom strategies. The guide is supported by academic references and is intended to promote grammatical accuracy, critical thinking, and communicative fluency in diverse learning environments.
Keywords
Nouns, Grammar, Countable, Uncountable, Abstract, Possessive Case, Collective Nouns, ESL, Grammar Teaching, Linguistic Structure, English Language, Quantifiers, Syntax, Pedagogy, Language Acquisition.How to Cite
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