2. Verbs are words used to describe an action,
state, or occurrence, and forming the main part
of the predicate of a sentence, such as hear,
become, happen.
What is VERB?
3. Almost every sentence requires a verb. The basic form of a verb is
known as it's infinitive. However, verbs can be classified into six
basic forms:
- Base form :
- Infinitive :
- Present Participle:
- Past Tense:
- Past Participle:
- Gerund :
jump, sing, love.....
to jump, to sing , to love.....
I jump, she sings, they love....
jumped, sang, loved....
jumped, sung, loved.....
jumping, singing, loving.....
4. There are three types of verbs
ACTION VERBS
Describe a physical or
mental action (e.g., run,
think).
LINKING VERBS
Connect the subject to
a subject complement,
often describing a
state of being (e.g., is,
am, seem).
HELPING VERBS
Assist the main verb in
a sentence (e.g., can,
will, have.)
5. VERB TENSES
Describes actions
happening now.
" I eat breakfast every
morning."
Describes actions
completed in the past.
"She finished her project
yesterday"
Describes actions that
will happen.
"We will meet
tomorrow "
PRESENT TENSE:
Example: Example:
PAST TENSE:
Example:
FUTURE TENSE:
6. VERB FORMS
1. Base Form: The basic form of the verb
Example: "Play"
2. Past Form: The past tense of the verb.
Example: "Played"
3. Present Participle: Ends in -ing and is used in continuous tenses.
Example: "Playing"
4. Past Participle: Often used in perfect tenses.
Example: "Has played"
8. Common Verb Mistakes
Ensure modifiers clearly
relate to the intended
verb.
"Running quickly, the
ball was caught."
Occurs when the subject
and the verb in a
sentence did not match.
"The group of students
were studying."
MISPLACED MODIFIERS:
Example: Example:
SUBJECT-VERB
DISAGREEMENT:
9. ACTIVE VS. PASSIVE VOICE
Subject performs the
action.
"The cat chased the
mouse."
Subject receives the
action.
"The mouse was
chased by the cat."
ACTIVE VOICE :
Example:
Example:
PASSIVE VOICE :
10. Conclusion
In conclusion, this presentation has provided a comprehensive overview of verbs,
covering their definition as words expressing action or state, the various types of
verbs including action, linking, and helping verbs, and an exploration of verb
tenses and forms. The importance of subject-verb agreement in constructing
grammatically correct sentences was emphasized, along with common mistakes to
avoid, such as misplaced modifiers and subject-verb disagreement. The
presentation also touched on the active and passive voice, offering insights into
using verbs effectively through vivid language and the elimination of redundancy.
A practical exercise was included to reinforce understanding. By highlighting key
aspects of verbs and their role in language, this presentation aims to enhance the
audience's grasp of this fundamental linguistic element, fostering clearer and
more precise communication.
