The Nouns Gender
English & Sinhala Grammar Guide
What is Noun Gender?
In English grammar, noun gender refers to the classification of nouns into different categories based on natural gender distinctions. While English doesn't have grammatical gender like some languages, it still distinguishes between masculine, feminine, common, and neuter genders.
Types of Noun Genders
| Gender Type | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | Refers to male beings | boy, man, king, father, brother |
| Feminine | Refers to female beings | girl, woman, queen, mother, sister |
| Common | Refers to either male or female | teacher, student, doctor, baby, person |
| Neuter | Refers to non-living things | book, table, computer, car, house |
Forming Feminine Nouns
In English, feminine forms are often created by adding a suffix or using a completely different word:
• actor → actress
• prince → princess
• host → hostess
• waiter → waitress
• king → queen
• gentleman → lady