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Abstract and concrete nouns COUNTABLE AND UNCOUNTABLE ABSTRACT NOUNS

Some abstract nouns have both countable and uncountable forms.
The forms have a slight difference in meaning, with the countable
Most abstract nouns are uncountable. Some, however, See also: form being specific and the uncountable form being more general.
can be either countable or uncountable, and the two Singular and plural nouns 69
forms often mean slightly different things. Countable and uncountable nouns 70 COUNTABLE UNCOUNTABLE

ABSTRACT AND CONCRETE NOUNS
Abstract nouns refer to ideas, events, concepts, feelings, Each “time” is a “Time” refers to the
and qualities that do not have a physical form. Concrete specific occasion. concept in general.
nouns are things that can be seen, touched, heard, or smelled.

“Successes” are the “Success” refers to
specific achievements. achievement in general.

“Books” is a countable, “Knowledge” is an
concrete noun. uncountable, abstract noun.
“Qualities” refers to “Quality” refers to a
specific features. high standard.

FURTHER EXAMPLES

These are the particular “Skill” is the general
abilities learned. ability to do somethig.
CONCRETE NOUNS ABSTRACT NOUNS

These are several “Thought” refers to the
specific thoughts. process of thinking.

FURTHER EXAMPLES

This refers to several “Culture” refers to items
different cultures. of art and history.

“Ability” refers to
general skill.
“Abilities” refers to a variety
of different skill levels.

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