Adjectives
A1 BeginnerAdjectives are words used to describe or identify nouns. They provide information about qualities such as size, age, color, and opinion.
Overview
Adjectives describe people, places, and things. In English, adjectives do not change their form to match the noun; they remain the same whether the noun is singular or plural. They typically appear before the noun or after a linking verb like be.
Word Order
Adjective + Noun OR Subject + be + Adjective
Adjectives usually sit directly before the noun they describe. When used with the verb be, the adjective follows the verb to describe the subject.
Examples
Common mistakes
They are happies.
They are happy.
Adjectives in English never take an 's' for plural nouns.
I have a car blue.
I have a blue car.
Adjectives almost always come before the noun, not after it.
Adjectives vs. Nouns
| Feature | Adjective | Noun |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Describes something | Names something |
| Plural form | Never changes | Usually adds -s |
| Position | Before the noun | After the adjective |
Practice
Correct the sentence: 'He has two bigs dogs.'
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He has two big dogs.
Answer:He has two big dogs.
Why:Adjectives do not have plural forms in English, even when describing plural nouns.
Put the words in order: (house / is / white / the)
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The house is white.
Answer:The house is white.
Why:When using the verb 'be', the adjective follows the verb to describe the subject.
Choose the correct sentence: A) 'It is a film interesting.' B) 'It is an interesting film.'
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B
Answer:B
Why:In English, the adjective must come before the noun it describes.