6th Class English Verb Definition

   Definition

A verb is a word which shows an action, state of being or possession of a noun or pronoun.                                                                                

                   Or

The word which says something about a noun or pronoun is called a Verb. (All saying words are verbs)  

     Look at the following sentences:

•  Subhro had a good opportunity in his hand.
•  Terrorists attacked the Parliament.
•  He will proceed as per rule.

In the sentence given above, the word had, attacked and will proceed are verbs.  

Generally verb is divided into two parts. They are the following:

1.  Helping verbs: Is, are, am, was, were, has, had, will, shall, etc.

2.  Main verbs: Go, read, write, learn, sing, walk, talk, etc.

Verbs are divided into various kinds as per other criteria as well. See the following: