What Are Linking Verbs? | English Grammar with Elvis | #9

Summary

This video explains the concept of linking verbs, which are used to connect the subject of a sentence to additional information about the subject. Unlike action verbs, linking verbs do not show action but rather describe what the subject is, was, or will be. The video provides various examples using common linking verbs like 'is', 'was', 'will be', 'has', and 'have'. It also highlights how different linking verbs are used with singular and plural nouns or pronouns. The lesson concludes with an encouraging message to share and subscribe.

Takeaways

• 😀 Linking verbs do not show action; they connect the subject of a sentence with additional information about it.
• 😀 Common linking verbs include: was, will be, has, is, have, and had.
• 😀 Example: In the sentence 'Joe is a clown,' 'is' is the linking verb connecting 'Joe' (subject) to 'clown' (description).
• 😀 Linking verbs are used to describe what something is, was, or will be, or has, or had.
• 😀 The verb 'is' is commonly used with singular nouns or pronouns, like in 'She is a doctor.'
• 😀 The verb 'are' is used with plural nouns or pronouns, such as 'There are beautiful flowers in the garden.'
• 😀 The verb 'was' is also used with singular nouns or pronouns, like in 'We were in our party dress.'
• 😀 'You' (singular or plural) is treated like a plural pronoun when using 'are' as a linking verb, e.g., 'You are my friend.'
• 😀 'I' is always used with the verb 'am', as in 'I am Sia.'
• 😀 Linking verbs can also be used with both singular and plural nouns and pronouns, as in 'I have a basketball' and 'They have a party tomorrow.'
• 😀 Linking verbs help clarify information about the subject, for example: 'We will be going to their party' or 'He will be performing in the circus today.'

Q & A

What is the main difference between action verbs and linking verbs?

Action verbs show action, while linking verbs do not show any action. Instead, they link the subject to more information about the subject.

Can you provide some examples of linking verbs?

Yes, examples of linking verbs include 'is', 'was', 'will be', 'has', 'have', 'had'.

What is the role of a linking verb in a sentence?

A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to more information about the subject. For example, in the sentence 'Joe is a clown', the verb 'is' links 'Joe' to 'a clown'.

How does the verb 'is' function in a sentence?

'Is' is a linking verb that connects a subject to a description or information about that subject, like in the sentence 'She is a doctor'.

How are linking verbs used with singular nouns or pronouns?

Linking verbs like 'is', 'was', and 'has' are used with singular nouns or pronouns. For example, 'She is a doctor' or 'Jimmy has a dog named Ginger'.

What linking verbs are used with plural nouns or pronouns?

The linking verbs 'are' and 'were' are used with plural nouns or pronouns, such as in 'There are beautiful flowers in the garden' or 'We were in our party dresses'.

How is the verb 'am' used in a sentence?

'Am' is used with the pronoun 'I'. For example, 'I am Sia'.

Can you give an example of how the verb 'have' functions in a sentence?

The verb 'have' can be used with both singular and plural nouns. For instance, 'I have a basketball' or 'They have a party tomorrow'.

What are some examples of sentences using 'will be' as a linking verb?

Examples include 'I will be seeing the doctor later today' or 'We will be going to their party'.

How did Omar learn about linking verbs in the script?

Omar learned about linking verbs through a conversation with Iris, where she explained that linking verbs connect the subject to information about it, using examples like 'is', 'was', and 'will be'.