Define and explain the difference between common nouns and proper nouns (and give an example of each)

A proper noun names someone, something, or some place, and it's spelled with capital letters.

A common noun names objects or concepts.

Explanation:

Ex.:

proper nouns: Robert, McDonald's, China, Dallas Cowboys

common nouns: boy, restaurant, country, sports team

A common noun is a vague individual, spot, or thing. For instance, canine, young lady, and nation are instances of common noun. whereas, proper noun names a particular individual, spot, or thing example : Sydney, Toyota etc.