In this lesson, we will discuss the definition of the common noun and provide you with a comprehensive list of 50 common nouns with examples. A common noun is a type that describes a tribal name for a person, place, or thing.

In contrast to proper nouns, common nouns are not capitalized except at the beginning of a sentence or used in the title. Now let us see some examples of common nouns and proper nouns to differentiate them easily.

What is a Common Noun?

A noun that denotes the tribal name of a person, place, or thing is called a common noun. A common noun doesn’t specify a name. Instead, it describes the general name of a person, place, or thing. For instance, the term ‘boy’ doesn’t indicate any specific person; instead, it’s a common name for every boy.

A Comprehensive List of 50 Common Nouns with Sentences

Now it’s time to see a comprehensive list of 50 common nouns with examples. Common nouns are underlined for easy identification:

1. Angelina Jolie is my favourite actress.
2. They have been using some useful applications.
3. Mrs. Catherine is desperately seeking to adopt a baby.
4. He shows enough respect to this boy.
5. I wish to give you a book.
6. He bought a DSLR camera from Amazon.
7. She intends to buy a car.
8. Did you like this special chocolate?
9. Have you ever make coffee at home?
10. I have been living in this city for five years.
11. My brother is working in the company.
12. She had a dream to visit this wonderful country.
13. A day will come when we meet each other.
14. We have a dog named Richard.
15. My sister didn’t know how to shop from an eCommerce website.
16. Mr. Collin is looking for an honest employee.
17. I’m proud to be the son of a farmer.
18. We’re going to make plan to catch fish in the pond.
19. Can you see any flower in the garden?
20. What type of food do you like the most?
21. Some fruits are beneficial for our physical health.
22. Did you install any game in your smartphone?
23. We were passing a very happy time in the garden.
24. How do you spend your holiday?
25. He is building a hostiptal for underpreviledge people.
26. We need an idea to complete the project successfully.
27. We have to find some images before publishing the presentation.
28. They need some man-power for their industry.
29. He is eager to get a perfect job according to his education.
30. Did you see a lady who passed a few moments ago?
31. He is seeking a piece of land to build a farm-house.
32. It’s your life and you have to choose whatever you want.
33. It’s very difficult for me to understand your language.
34. I need to buy a laptop very shortly.
35. Mrs. Lucifa is a law student.
36. A magazine can help you to improve your knowledge.
37. We’re going to build a market in the city.
38. You may buy mobile for your father.
39. My exam will start a few month later.
40. I forgot that she was your mother.
41. We can watch a movie together.
42. Can you mention your name please?
43. We should read newpaper to get latest updates.
44. She is ager to see an ocean.
45. Would you give me a pen to write down a note on?
46. We can take some pictures in this place.
47. I wish to take a shower in the river.
48. I’m watching the sports show in the televison.
49. He is a brliant student and he is studying in a renowned university.
50. You will get your result in the official website.

It’s effortless to identify a common noun if we understand the definition correctly. This list of common nouns will help to recognize a common noun better.

Azizul Hakim

Azizul Hakim is the founder & CEO of englishfinders.com. He is a passionate writer, English instructor, and content creator. He has completed his graduation and post-graduation in English language and literature.