* Modifying Verbs: Adverbs tell us *how*, *when*, *where*, *why*, or *to what extent* an action is performed.
* Example: "The cat quickly ran across the room." ("Quickly" modifies the verb "ran" by telling us how the cat ran.)
* Modifying Adjectives: Adverbs can intensify or soften the meaning of an adjective.
* Example: "The movie was incredibly funny." ("Incredibly" modifies the adjective "funny" by intensifying its meaning.)
* Modifying Other Adverbs: Adverbs can also modify other adverbs.
* Example: "She walked very slowly." ("Very" modifies the adverb "slowly" by telling us to what extent she walked slowly.)
Key Points:
* Adverbs often end in "-ly", but not always.
* Adverbs can be placed in different positions within a sentence.
* Some adverbs can be used to connect clauses (e.g., "however", "therefore").
Understanding the grammatical function of adverbs helps you to use them effectively in your writing and speech, making your sentences more precise and descriptive.