Verb:
* A word: It's a part of speech that describes an action, a state of being, or an occurrence.
* Represents potential: It describes what *could* happen, not necessarily something that is actually happening.
* Examples: "run," "eat," "sleep," "be," "feel"
Action:
* A physical or mental activity: It's something that is actually happening or has happened.
* Realized potential: It's the actual performance of the verb.
* Examples: Running a marathon, eating a sandwich, sleeping soundly, being happy, feeling excited.
Think of it like this:
* Verb: The blueprint for the action.
* Action: The actual building constructed from the blueprint.
Here's a simple analogy:
* Verb: "Jump"
* Action: A person jumping over a hurdle.
In short:
* A verb is a word that *describes* an action.
* An action is the *actual performance* of that verb.