Linking Verbs

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Linking verb in 'The flowers smell sweet.'

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smell

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The cake ______ delicious.

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is

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Role of a linking verb:

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Connects the subject to a noun/adjective that renames/describes it.

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Linking verb in 'The book seems interesting.'

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seems

Front

Use a linking verb: The sky ___________ blue.

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is

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Common linking verbs in English:

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be, seem, become, appear, feel, look, sound, taste, remain

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Linking verb in 'The music sounds soothing.'

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sounds

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Differentiating action verbs from linking verbs:

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Action verbs show action or movement; linking verbs connect the subject to a complement.

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The movie ________ exciting.

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is

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Difference between linking and helping verbs:

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A linking verb connects the subject to a noun/adjective; a helping verb works with the main verb.