Stative Verbs

She is very patient.

• character - permanent state

• she is behaving

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

I think it's a wonderful film.

• I'm considering

• I believe

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1D

He is being very good.

• He is behaving

• character - permanent state

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

I'm thinking of buying a new house.

• I believe

• I'm considering

They have got a swimming pool.

• They possess

• They are enjoying the pool.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

The architect is looking at the plans.

• He is checking/examining.

• He appears to be

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

They are having a wonderful holiday.

• They are enjoying themselves

• They possess

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

Your mother looks very tired.

• She is checking/examining

• She appears to be

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

Are you seeing the dentist tomorrow?

• Are you meeting?

• You use your eyes.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

I see what you mean.

• I am imagining.

• I understand

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1D