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What is declarative verb?

The term "declarative verb" is not a standard grammatical term. Let's break down why and look at the related concepts:

Declarative Sentences:

* Declarative sentences are statements that express a fact, opinion, or idea. They typically have a subject and a verb, and they convey information.

* Examples:

* The sun shines brightly today.

* I am hungry.

* Dogs are loyal pets.

Verbs in Declarative Sentences:

* Verbs are the action words in a sentence. They indicate what the subject is doing, feeling, or experiencing.

* Example: In the sentence "The sun shines brightly today," "shines" is the verb.

Key Point: While verbs are crucial components of declarative sentences, there's no specific category called "declarative verbs."

Instead, think about the types of verbs you might find in a declarative sentence:

* Action verbs: These describe an action, like "run," "eat," or "write."

* Linking verbs: These connect the subject to a noun or adjective that describes it, like "is," "seems," or "becomes."

* Helping verbs: These assist the main verb, like "have," "will," or "can."

In Summary:

* "Declarative verbs" is not a recognized grammatical term.

* Verbs are essential elements of declarative sentences, but they are classified according to their function (action, linking, helping) rather than a specific category of "declarative verbs."

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