Linking Verbs

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Is 'is' a linking verb?

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Yes

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Example of a linking verb:

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is

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Linking verb starting with 'b':

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be

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Role of linking verbs:

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Connect subject to subject complement.

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Linking verb in 'She appears happy.'

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appears

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Common linking verbs:

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am, is, are

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Linking verbs vs. action verbs:

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Linking verbs connect the subject to a noun/adjective; action verbs express an action.

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Use a linking verb in a sentence.

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She is happy.

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Purpose of linking verbs?

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Connects subject to subject complement.

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Can a linking verb be replaced with an action verb?

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Yes