O que é SUBSTANTIVO? [Prof Noslen]

Summary

In this engaging lesson aimed at elementary school students, the teacher introduces the concept of substantives (nouns) in the Portuguese language. The lesson explores the nine types of nouns, including common, proper, simple, compound, primitive, derived, concrete, abstract, and collective nouns, with clear examples provided. The teacher also highlights how nouns can change in gender, number, and degree. The session is interactive, featuring a curious character, Non Nozinho, who asks questions, making the lesson fun and approachable. The teacher encourages students to subscribe and engage in the content, fostering a deeper understanding of the importance of nouns in language structure.

Takeaways

• 😀 Substantivos (nouns) are words in Portuguese that give names to things, such as animals, objects, or concepts.
• 😀 There are **nine classifications of substantivos**: comum (common), próprio (proper), simples (simple), composto (compound), primitivo (primitive), derivado (derived), concreto (concrete), abstrato (abstract), and coletivo (collective).
• 😀 **Common substantivos** refer to general things, e.g., 'animal' (animal), while **proper substantivos** refer to specific names, like 'Nike' (brand), and are always capitalized.
• 😀 **Simple substantivos** consist of one word, e.g., 'flor' (flower), while **compound substantivos** are made up of two or more words, e.g., 'cachorro-quente' (hot dog).
• 😀 **Primitive substantivos** are basic words that can form other words, e.g., 'pedra' (stone), while **derived substantivos** come from primitive words, e.g., 'pedregulho' (small stone).
• 😀 **Concrete substantivos** refer to physical things that exist independently, like 'casa' (house) or 'trabalhador' (worker).
• 😀 **Abstract substantivos** refer to feelings, concepts, states, actions, or events, such as 'amor' (love), 'justiça' (justice), or 'corrida' (race).
• 😀 **Collective substantivos** refer to groups of the same kind, such as 'matilha' (pack of dogs) or 'frota' (fleet of ships).
• 😀 Substantivos can vary in **gender** (masculine or feminine), **number** (singular or plural), and **degree** (augmentative or diminutive).
• 😀 The lesson encourages students to engage with the content by liking, subscribing, and commenting if they want recurring characters, like 'Nonzinho', to appear in future lessons.

Q & A

What is the main focus of this lesson?

The main focus of the lesson is to teach about 'substantives' (nouns) in the Portuguese language, starting from the basics for students in the 6th grade of elementary school.

What are the two main classifications of nouns presented at the beginning of the lesson?

The two main classifications are 'common' and 'proper' nouns. A common noun refers to general names of things, while a proper noun refers to specific, unique names and is always capitalized.

How does the lesson define a 'common noun'?

A common noun is a word that refers to general categories or classes of things, like 'animal,' which refers to animals in general, not a specific one.

What is a 'proper noun,' and how is it different from a common noun?

A proper noun refers to a specific, unique entity, such as 'Nike' or 'João.' It is always capitalized, unlike common nouns which are not.

Can a noun be both common and simple? Provide an example.

Yes, a noun can be both common and simple. For example, 'animal' is a common noun because it refers to animals in general, and it is simple because it consists of just one word.

What is the difference between a simple noun and a compound noun?

A simple noun consists of just one word, like 'flower' or 'water.' A compound noun is made up of two or more words, such as 'sunflower' or 'toothpaste.'

What does the lesson say about 'primitive' and 'derived' nouns?

Primitive nouns are basic and do not come from other words, while derived nouns are formed by adding prefixes or suffixes to primitive nouns. For example, 'pedra' (stone) is primitive, and 'pedregulho' (pebble) is derived.

How are 'concrete' and 'abstract' nouns defined?

Concrete nouns refer to things that exist independently and can be perceived by the senses, like 'house' or 'worker.' Abstract nouns refer to concepts, feelings, or actions, like 'love,' 'justice,' or 'running.'

Can 'fada' (fairy) be considered a concrete noun according to the lesson? Why?

Yes, 'fada' (fairy) is considered a concrete noun in the lesson because, even though it is imaginary, it refers to a concept that exists independently in the language and is understood by people.

What is a 'collective noun'?

A collective noun refers to a group of similar things or beings. For example, 'flor' (flower) can be part of a 'buquê' (bouquet), and 'soldados' (soldiers) can form a 'batalhão' (battalion).