An Introduction to Adjectives

An adjective is a word that modifies a noun.

Where can I find an adjective in a sentence? Before the noun

The blue Mustang is at home.

After the linking verbCasandra’s hair is long.

Before the noun and after the linking verbThe yellow house is old.

Basic Rules to Remember Use a before the adjective if the

adjective begins with a consonant sound. Sonia is a young woman.

Use an before the adjective if the adjective begins with a vowel sound. She’s an artistic woman.

Adjectives can end in –ing, -ly, -ed. It is an interesting place. Valerie is lively and friendly. Jorge is never bored.

Compound Adjectives

Other adjectives contain two or more words. Jessica is easy-going but short- tempered.Julio is self-centered.