Types of Verbs Phares 2. State of Being Verbs (Linking Verbs): These describe a state, linking the subject to more information without showing action. Common linking verbs include: be (is, am, are, was, were), seem, become, appear. 1. Action Verbs - Physical actions: run, jump, swim. - Mental actions: think, believe, imagine. Example: She runs every morning. Examples of Verb Phrases: 1. With Auxiliary Verbs: - The verb phrase includes auxiliary verbs (have, be, do) plus a main verb. - Example: She is studying for her exams. - "is" (auxiliary verb) + "studying" (main verb). 4. Modal Verbs: This express ability, permission, possibility, or necessity. Common modal verbs include: can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would. Example: He can swim very fast. 3. Auxiliary (Helping) Verbs: These verbs are used together with a main verb to express tense, mood, or voice. Common auxiliary verbs include: be, do, have. Example: She has finished her homework.