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What is a verb? Physical Verbs – Definition and Examples Physical verbs are action verbs. They describe specific physical actions. If you can create a motion with your body or use a tool to complete an action, the word you use to describe it is most likely a physical verb. Physical Verb Examples The physical verb examples in the following sentences are in bold for easy identification. • • • Let’s run to the corner and back. I hear the train coming. Call me when you’re finished with class. Mental Verbs – Definition and Examples Mental verbs have meanings that are related to concepts such as discovering, understanding, thinking, or planning. In general, a mental verb refers to a cognitive state. Mental Verb Examples The mental verb examples in the following sentences are in bold for easy identification. • • • I know the answer. She recognized me from across the room. Do you believe everything people tell you? States of Being Verbs – Definition and Examples Also known as linking verbs, state of being verbs describe conditions or situations that exist. State of being verbs are inactive since no action is being performed. These verbs are usually complemented by adjectives. States of Being Verb Examples The state of being verbs in the following sentences are in bold for easy identification. • • • I am a student. We are circus performers. The dog is quiet. Action Verbs Action Verbs are verbs that express action. Ex: run, walk, do, drive. I’ll do my homework when I get home. Transitive and Intransitive Verbs Most action verbs are defined as transitive or intransitive. This means that some are used with a direct object (the person or thing that receives the action of the subject) and others don’t need a direct object. Some verbs can be both transitive and intransitive depending on their meaning. 1. Transitive Verb – Joe will send the price quote as soon as he can. 2. Intransitive Verb – Many of the students are not well. They coughed throughout the lesson. Stative Verbs What are Stative Verbs? Stative verbs are verbs that express a state rather than an action. They usually relate to thoughts, emotions, relationships, senses, states of being and measurements. These verbs are not usually used with ing in progressive (continuous) tenses even though they may take on time expressions such as now and at the moment. We use the simple tenses for them. 1. Paul feels rotten today. He has a bad cold. 2. Do you recognize him? He is a famous rock star. 3. Our client appreciated all the work we did for him.