Verbs

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What are Verbs?

Verbs are parts of speech that show an action or state of being.

For example:

Jumping, singing, playing, etc.

In a sentence, the verb usually explains what the subject is doing or feeling.

For example:

Sam eats pizza. (explains what Sam is doing)
Carlos walks slowly. (explains what Carlos is doing)
Marla mixes the batter. (explains what Marla is doing)

Action Verbs

There are two main types of verbs: action verbs and being verbs. Action verbs show a physical or mental action, something that a person can actually do.

For example:

Tori hits the tennis ball.
Mark catches the ball.
Alisha plays the game.
Henry tickles the baby.

Hits, catches, plays, and tickles are all things that a person can actually do. So, these are called the actions verbs.

Summary

Verbs are one of the eight main parts of speech. They show action or state of being.
- Selena feels hungry.
- The dog barks at the intruder.
Verbs that show an action are called action verbs. An action verb is something you can do.
- I like cheese ← Not an action verb
- I eat cheese ← Action verb