What is a common noun to a proper noun?

Answer 1

A common noun is a general word for any person, place, or thing.

A common noun is capitalized only when it is the first word in a sentence.

A proper noun is the name of a specific person, place, or thing.

A proper noun is always capitalized.

Examples of common nouns to proper nouns are:

common noun for a person: woman, mother, ambassador

proper noun for a person: Hillary Clinton, Mother Teresa, Shirley Temple Black

common noun for a place: city, resort, beach

proper noun for a place: Miami (Florida), Tulum (Mexico), Matira Beach (Bora Bora)

common noun for a thing: car, automobile, vehicle

proper noun for a thing: Honda, Ford, Porsche

Answer 2

A common noun is a general, non-specific term for a person, place, or thing (e.g., "teacher," "city"). A proper noun, on the other hand, is a specific name given to a particular person, place, or thing (e.g., "Ms. Smith," "New York City").