Adjectives are words that describe nouns. They give more detail about a person, place, thing, or idea. In this lesson, we will focus on two kinds of adjectives: those that tell what kind and those that tell how many.
An adjective always tells something extra about the noun. Without adjectives, sentences can sound plain.
Adjectives that tell what kind describe the qualities or characteristics of a noun. They answer the question, “What kind?”
Think of “what kind” adjectives as words that paint a picture in your mind. They help readers or listeners imagine what something is like.
Adjectives that tell how many describe the number or amount of nouns. They answer the question, “How many?”
“How many” adjectives can be exact numbers (like ten) or general amounts (like many or few).
To make writing more interesting, use adjectives that tell what kind and how many. Adjectives usually come before the noun they describe.
Sentences can use more than one adjective to describe a noun. When you use both kinds, your writing becomes clear and lively.
Adjectives make your writing detailed and interesting. They help readers understand exactly what you mean by showing what kind and how many.
Adding adjectives helps you meet the goal of writing with details, which is an important skill in school and beyond.