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Definitions from the WebKinds of VerbA verb is a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. There are various kinds of verbs that serve different functions in a sentence. 1. Action VerbAn action verb expresses a physical or mental action performed by the subject of the sentence. Example sentence: The cat jumped over the fence. 2. Linking VerbA linking verb connects the subject of the sentence to a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or renames it. Example sentence: She is a talented singer. 3. Helping VerbHelping verbs (also called auxiliary verbs) assist the main verb in expressing time, possibility, necessity, or causality. Example sentence: He has been studying for the exam. 4. Modal VerbModal verbs indicate possibility, probability, permission, obligation, or capability. Example sentence: You should exercise regularly for good health. 5. Regular VerbA regular verb follows a standard conjugation pattern when indicating the tense, such as adding "-ed" to form the past tense. Example sentence: We talked about our plans. 6. Irregular VerbAn irregular verb does not follow the typical conjugation pattern, often changing its form entirely when indicating the tense. Example sentence: He went to the store. 7. Transitive VerbA transitive verb requires an object to complete its meaning in a sentence. Example sentence: She ate an apple. 8. Intransitive VerbAn intransitive verb does not require an object to convey its meaning. Example sentence: They slept peacefully. 9. Reflexive VerbA reflexive verb indicates that the subject of the sentence performs an action on itself. Example sentence: I hurt myself while playing. 10. Phrasal VerbA phrasal verb consists of a verb and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that together convey a different meaning than the individual words. Example sentence: They took off for their vacation. | ||||
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