We don't use an article

We don't use an article

1. When we talk about things in general with countable and uncontable nouns

2. To talk about sports and games

3. Before the names of countries

   • Exceptions
     • The USA
     • The UK
     • The Americas
     • The Netherlands
     • The Philippines
     • The Czech Republic

4. Before the name of language

5. Before the names of railway stations when they are also place names

6. Before the names of meals

7. Before NOUN+NUMBER