VerbVerbs
are traditionally described as 'doing' or 'action' words. Verbs are an
OPEN and MAJOR WORD CLASS and comprise two basic types: MAIN and AUXILIARY
VERBS. A verb can be the only unit in a clause e.g. Wait! Verbs
are marked for TENSE and show AGREEMENT with the SUBJECT. Verb PhraseThis is a phrase whose Head word is a verb. VocativeA vocative is a noun phrase which directly addresses someone. For example, Bob, can I have a word? I need that book now, Sarah. VoiceVoice refers to the ACTIVE/PASSIVE
distinction. For example, Linda bought a Porsche is active, whereas
The Porsche was bought by Linda is its passive counterpart.
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