Examples of Countable Noun and Uncountable Noun

Definition of Countable Noun

A noun which can be counted in cardinal numbers (1, 2, 3 . . .) is called a countable noun.  

Example Countable Noun:

• I bought a book of neurology.
• The book has 269 pages in it.
• It has 39 chapters in it.
• Each chapter covers 5 topics.
• Alex has four pencils.
• He also has three erasers.
• He has a car.
• The car contains four seats.
• He had a cat when he was young.
• The cat used to eat a cookie every day.
• I have a phone, few books, a notepad, a table-calendar, and a computer on my desk.
• I love to listen to songs when I work.
• How many times did I tell you to do this?
• I did it many times when I was young.
• Bring me a glass of water.

Definition of Un-countable Noun:

A noun that cannot be counted with the cardinal numbers is called an uncountable noun.

Example Un-countable Noun:

• I need some drinking water.
• Have some juice, please.
• Do you need some gas for your car?
• We need a lot of money for the business.
• Do you want some milk?
• I need some rice, bacon, cream, and oil.
• Do you drink coffee or tea in the morning?
• Can you please check the salt of the curry?
• I would like to have some beer after lunch.
• How much time do you need?
• I need some more time.
• Bring me a cup of soup.