Click Below links to go to other chapters :
| |
Discussion Topics
Definition of parts of speech
Definition of noun
Definition of pronoun
Definition of verb
Definition of adjective
Definition of adverb
Definition of preposition
Definition of conjunction
Definition of interjection
Definition of articles
Definition of determiners
Complete English Grammar : Parts of Speech
Parts of Speech
Parts of speech are the different categories that words belong to based on their function in a sentence. Each type of word plays a specific role, such as naming things, describing them, or showing actions, helping us to build clear and meaningful sentences.
Examples :
Noun: The dog barked loudly at the stranger.
Pronoun: She finished her homework before going to bed.
Verb: The children played in the park all afternoon.
Adjective: The beautiful flowers bloomed in the garden.
Adverb: He ran quickly to catch the bus.
Preposition: The book is on the table next to the lamp.
Conjunction: She wanted to go to the beach, but it started raining.
Interjection: “Wow!” she exclaimed when she saw the surprise party.
Article: The cat sat quietly on the windowsill.
Proper Noun: Alice and John are planning a trip to Paris next summer.
Noun
A noun is a word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea. Examples of nouns include "dog," "city," and "happiness." In the sentence "The dog barks," "dog" is the noun because it names the animal.
Examples :
The cat chased the mouse across the yard.
My brother is visiting us this weekend.
The ocean waves crashed against the rocks.
Her painting was displayed in the art gallery.
The computer needs to be repaired.
The teacher gave us homework for the weekend.
A butterfly landed on the flower.
The library is closed on Sundays.
Our neighborhood held a community barbecue.
The sun set behind the mountains
Pronoun
A pronoun is a word used to replace a noun, making sentences less repetitive. Common pronouns include "he," "she," "it," and "they." For example, instead of saying "Lisa likes Lisa's bike," we say "Lisa likes her bike," where "her" is the pronoun.
Examples :
She loves reading books about ancient history.
They went to the concert together last night.
He quickly finished his assignment before the deadline.
The cake was delicious, so we asked for another slice.
I can’t find my keys anywhere.
It was raining heavily during the football game.
You should always wear a helmet when riding a bike.
The children were tired, so they took a nap.
We decided to take a road trip to the mountains.
She told me that she had already completed the project.
Verb
A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being. It tells us what is happening or what someone is doing. For instance, in the sentence "Birds fly," "fly" is the verb because it describes the action the birds are doing.
Examples :
The flowers bloomed beautifully in the spring garden.
He runs every morning before sunrise.
The teacher explained the concept clearly to the students.
They built a treehouse in the backyard over the weekend.
She cooked a delicious dinner for her family.
The dog barked loudly at the delivery person.
We celebrated her birthday with a surprise party.
The baby slept peacefully through the night.
The artist painted a stunning portrait of the landscape.
He drives to work every day using the highway.
Adjective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun, giving us more details about it, such as its size, color, or quantity. For example, in "A red apple," "red" is an adjective because it tells us the color of the apple.
Examples :
The bright stars twinkled in the night sky.
She wore a beautiful dress to the wedding.
The old house creaked with every step.
He enjoys eating spicy food from different cuisines.
The tall building dominates the city skyline.
The blue car parked in front of the store is mine.
She received a generous donation for her charity.
The cold wind made everyone shiver.
The young puppy was full of energy.
We had a delicious meal at the new restaurant.
Adverb
An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, often explaining how, when, where, or to what extent something happens. For instance, in "She runs quickly," "quickly" is an adverb because it tells us how she runs.
Examples :
She completed the project quickly to meet the deadline.
The children laughed happily as they played in the park.
He gently patted the dog on its head.
The singer performed beautifully during the concert.
The car stopped suddenly at the red light.
They quietly entered the room to avoid waking the baby.
She spoke confidently during the presentation.
The sun rose slowly over the horizon.
He answered the question correctly and won the prize.
She always remembers to call her parents on Sundays.
Preposition
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other parts of the sentence, often indicating location, direction, or time. In the sentence "The book is under the table," "under" is the preposition because it shows where the book is located.
Examples :
The book is on the table next to the lamp.
She walked through the park on her way home.
He placed the keys under the doormat for his friend.
They sat by the fireplace and enjoyed a warm drink.
The cat jumped over the fence to chase the bird.
She arrived before the meeting started.
The letter was hidden inside the drawer.
He looked across the street to see the parade.
They traveled from New York to Los Angeles by plane.
She kept her phone in her pocket during the movie.
Conjunction
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or sentences. Common conjunctions include "and," "but," and "or." For example, in "I want to play, but it’s raining," "but" is the conjunction that connects the two ideas.
Examples :
She wanted to go to the party, but she had too much homework.
You can have tea or coffee with your breakfast.
He studied hard and passed the exam with flying colors.
I would go for a walk, if it wasn’t raining so heavily.
She was tired, so she decided to take a nap.
You should finish your work before you go out to play.
He didn’t see the movie, because he was too busy.
They can either take the bus or walk to school.
She was upset, yet she didn’t show it in front of others.
You can stay here, unless you prefer to leave early.
Interjection
An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or reaction. It often stands alone and is followed by an exclamation mark. For instance, "Oh no!" in "Oh no! I forgot my homework," is an interjection showing surprise or worry.
Examples :
“Wow!” she exclaimed when she saw the beautiful sunset.
“Oops! I spilled the juice on the table.”
“Hey! That’s my seat you’re sitting in.”
“Oh! I didn’t realize the time; I’m late for the meeting.”
“Yay! We won the game!”
“Ugh! I can’t believe I have to redo the entire assignment.”
“Aha! I finally solved the puzzle.”
“Oops! I forgot to turn off the lights before leaving.”
“Hmm… I’m not sure which option to choose.”
Articles
Articles are words used before a noun to specify whether the noun is known and specific, or unknown and general. The articles are "a," "an," and "the." For example, in "The sun is bright," "the" specifies a particular sun that we all know.
Examples :
The cat slept on the sofa all day.
I saw a beautiful bird in the garden.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
He is reading a fascinating book about the history of art.
The movie we watched last night was amazing.
She bought a new dress for the party.
An interesting conversation took place during the lunch break.
The sun set behind the mountains.
He is looking for a job in the city.
The bakery on the corner makes the best pastries.
Determiners
Determiners are words placed in front of nouns to clarify what the noun refers to, indicating things like quantity, ownership, or specificity. Examples include "this," "some," "my," and "few." In "Those cookies are delicious," "those" is a determiner specifying which cookies are being talked about.
Examples :
This book is on the shelf over there.
My sister is coming over later today.
I need some help with this project.
He bought several tickets for the concert.
That car is parked outside your house.
We visited each museum in the city during our trip.
She has many friends who live abroad.
Their dog is very friendly and playful.
Our family is planning a vacation for next summer.
I have no idea where I left my keys.
************************************