1. Action Verbs: These verbs describe an action that the subject of the sentence performs. They tell us *what* the subject is doing.
* Examples: *run*, *jump*, *eat*, *write*, *sing*, *play*
2. Linking Verbs: These verbs connect the subject of the sentence to a word or phrase that describes or identifies the subject. They don't show action, but rather state a condition or relationship.
* Examples: *is*, *are*, *was*, *were*, *become*, *seem*, *appear*, *feel*, *look*, *sound*
3. Helping Verbs: These verbs assist the main verb in a sentence. They help to form verb tenses, moods, and voices. They don't have a meaning on their own.
* Examples: *be*, *have*, *do*, *can*, *could*, *will*, *would*, *may*, *might*, *shall*, *should*, *must*
Let's look at some examples:
* Action Verb: *The dog ran across the yard.* (The verb *ran* describes the action of the dog)
* Linking Verb: *The sky is blue.* (The verb *is* links the subject *sky* to the description *blue*)
* Helping Verb: *They will be playing basketball later.* (The helping verbs *will* and *be* work together with the main verb *playing*)
It's important to note that some verbs can function as different types depending on the context of the sentence.