Updated on November 21, 2025
You can learn how to use adjectives in English by looking at examples like “good,” “new,” and “first.” There are explanations of A1 grammar and interactive exercises with adjectives.
Exercises & Summary
Good, new, first, and other adjectives
Words that describe nouns are called adjectives. They tell you more about people, places, or things. Adjectives tell us about:
- Quality (good, bad, interesting)
- Size (big, small, long, short)
- Age (new, old, young)
- Price (expensive, cheap)
- Order (first, last, next)
Examples:
- This is a good book.
- I have a new bag.
- He was the first person to arrive.
- That car is very expensive.
How to use adjectives in sentences:
- Adjectives usually come before the noun.
- Example: She has a big house.
- Some adjectives can also come after “be” verbs (am, is, are).
- Example: The house is big.
Tips for A1 learners:
- Begin with basic and familiar adjectives such as good, new, old, big, and small.
- Describe your family, daily life, or things around you to practice.
- When you describe something, remember that the adjective usually comes before the noun and after “be” verbs.
Why learning adjectives is important:
Adjectives make your sentences clearer and more interesting. Your writing and speech would be very simple and not very descriptive without adjectives.
Practice ideas:
- Use adjectives to talk about things you see around you.
- Try to write short sentences with just one adjective.
- Use flashcards to help you remember the most common adjectives.