Which of the following nouns is of neuter gender?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Compass
A noun of neuter gender names a thing without life. It is neither male nor female.
| Noun | Gender |
|---|---|
| (1) Gentleman | masculine: names only a man |
| (2) Neighbour | common: a neighbour can be a man or a woman |
| (3) Compass (answer) | neuter: a tool that shows direction, a thing without life |
| (4) Daughter | feminine: names only a girl or woman |