Everyday Life in English Compound Nouns
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Keywords

compound nouns, everyday life, word formation, vocabulary building, language learning, meaning unit

How to Cite

Ismoilova , M. (2026). Everyday Life in English Compound Nouns. INTERNATIONAL MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE CONFERENCE, 1(5), 110-117. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20143879

Abstract

This article discusses compound nouns in English and their use in everyday life. Compound nouns are formed by combining two or more words to create a new meaning, such as toothbrush, bedroom, and homework. The article explains their structure and importance in daily communication.

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