Understanding the Difference Between Nouns and Pronouns

In South Africa, Grade 7 students often learn about the differences between nouns and pronouns in their language and grammar classes. Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas, while pronouns are used to replace nouns in a sentence to avoid repetition. For example, "John" is a noun, while "he" is a pronoun that can replace the noun "John" in a sentence. Understanding the distinction between the two is crucial for effective communication and writing.