Denominal Adjective

Denominal adjectives are adjectives derived from nouns.


For example:

* A mathematical puzzle. (a puzzle based on mathematics)
* A biological experiment. (an experiment in biology)
* A wooden boat. (a boat made of wood)

Denominals include adjectives which refer to nationality:

* A Russian lady. (a lady who comes from Russia)
* German goods. (goods produced in Germany).

Denominal adjectives of this type should be carefully distinguished from nominal adjectives denoting nationalities.

* Nominal Adjective: The French are noted for their wines
* Denominal Adjective: The French people are noted for their wines

Examples:

* Friday is a buzy day for me.
* The Chinese Embassy is just down de road.
* The Prime Minister is a close friend of mine.

Common noun

Common noun

A common noun is a word that names people, places, things, or ideas. They are not the names of a single person, place or thing. A common noun begins with a lowercase letter unless it is at the beginning of a sentence.

Examples:

* People: man, woman, girl, baby, son, dughther, policeman, teacher
* Animals: cat, dog, fish, ant, snake
* Things: bear, book, boat, table, chair, phone
* Places: bank, school, city, building, shop
* Ideas: love, hate, idea, pride