How can you tell if a word is a verb or a noun?

Sure, here's a simple guide to help you distinguish between verbs and nouns:

Nouns

• A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea.
• Nouns can be singular or plural.
• Examples of nouns include: cat, book, table, city, love.

Verbs

• A verb is an action or state.
• Verbs can be singular or plural.
• Examples of verbs include: run, sleep, eat, read, write.

Here's a quick quiz to help you identify the type of word:

• Question: Is the word a person?
• Answer: Yes, the word is a noun.
• Question: Is the word an action?
• Answer: Yes, the word is a verb.

Additional tips:

• Verbs often have prefixes or suffixes that indicate their number (e.g., run, runs, ran).
• Nouns often have suffixes that indicate their number (e.g., cat, cats, book).
• Verbs can be used with both singular and plural nouns, while nouns are typically used with singular verbs.

Remember, these are just general guidelines, and there are some exceptions to every rule. However, by understanding the basic differences between verbs and nouns, you can improve your ability to identify them in written and spoken language.