Verbs

What are Verbs?

Sentence: Verbs are action words or state of being words, & are a vital part of a sentence. They aid in conveying what a subject is doing, feeling or experiencing. Action verbs are words used to describe an action — something happening — such as run, jump and think. Linking verbs such as is, seem & become link the subject with more information about it. They accommodate the main verb in communicating tense or mood, including helping verbs like has, will and can. What would sentences be without verbs. The more effectively you can use verbs, the more you can breathe life into your writing & speech.

Types of Verbs

Action Verbs – These are verbs that are simply actions, either physical or mental.

Example: run, jump, think, dream
Sentence: Every morning she runs to school.

Linking Verbs – Connect the subject with additional information about it.

Example: am, is, are, was, were
Sentence: He is very kind.

Helping Verbs – These are verbs that aid the main verb in conveying a tense or meaning.

Example: has, have, had, will, shall, can, may
Sentence: She has finished her homework.

Regular Verbs – verbs that change tense by a consistent pattern.

Example: walk (walked), play (played)
Sentence: He played football yesterday.

Irregular Verbs – These verbs do not follow a consistent pattern when shifting tenses.

Example: go (went), eat (ate)
Sentence: She ate an apple for breakfast.

Key Points to Remember

Meaning every single sentence needs a verb.
Some verbs indicate action (run, jump), others indicate a state of being (is, was).
What Are Verbs & Examples of Different Types of VerbsVerbs change forms according to tenses.
Main verbs combine with helping verbs to modify meaning.

Fun Facts About Verbs!

The simplest full sentence in English is "Go! It’s a verb!
Of all the words in English, none has more definitions than the word “run.”
The shortest sentence using a linking verb would be “I am.”

1. Verbs Referring to Actions (Action Verbs)

Definition: Present Tense Action Verb Definition: (Physical or Mental) Action performed by a Subject

Verb Examples:

She runs every morning.
They were publishing something called an article, & it was about climate change.
He is adept at moving effortlessly through math problems.

2. Verbs Referring to Experiences or Feelings (Psychological/Emotive Verbs)

Definition: Verbs describing emotions, thoughts, perceptions or experiences.

Verb Examples:

She loves painting.
I believe in hard work.
He remembers his childhood fondly.

3. Verbs Referring to a State or Condition (Stative Verbs)

Definition: These verbs do not indicate an action, but a state of being, ownerships or features.

Examples:

She owns a beautiful house.
The food smells delicious.
They are very intelligent.

Story The Magical Adventure

One day Mia woke up early and peered out her window. The sun was bright, and the birds were chirping. Mia jumped out of bed & runned to her little brother Jake.

“We should go into the forest today! Mia said excitedly.

Jake nodded and picked up his backpack. They walked among the trees & listened to the leaves rustle. All of a sudden, they heard an unusual noise. A small squirrel slid down a tree that it held a golden key in its paws.

"What do you think it opens?" Mia whispered.

Jake smiled & began to trot after the squirrel. Shortly afterwards, they uncovered an old wooden chest buried under leaves. The moment Mia picked up the key and turned it, the chest opened with a creak and there before her were sparkling gems & an ancient map!

"We found a treasure!" Mia shouted in joy.

They laughed and hugged & rushed home to tell their parents what had happened

Conclusion

Verbs do action or experience, or state of being, they make are sentences alive. On top of that, they are the sources of communication, allowing us to comfortably express ideas, feelings, & actions. Verbs are one of the essential parts of a sentence.

The Verbs are classified into three types i.e, Action Verb - they describe physical or mental movements (run, joint, think), Linking Verb - used to link the subject to more information (is, seem, appear) & Helping Verb - help the main verb to form the tense or mood (has, will, can).

More verbs make writing and speaking better & more vivid. Using strong, vivid verbs creates a clear picture in the reader’s or listener’s mind. Instead of writing “She walked slowly,” you could write “She strolled” or “She wandered,” which both provide added depth.

Moreover, the knowledge of the use of verbs is associated with better grammar, sentence formation and fluency in language. Using verbs properly in a story, a speech, or a conversation all the same reduces ambiguity, & improves accuracy.

Here are some ways to practice identifying and using different types of verbs in sentences. The more you play with the verbs, the bolder & brighter your language will become!