Identify transitive and intransitive verbs
Key Notes :
📝 Transitive & Intransitive Verbs
A verb is a word that shows an action or state of being. 🔹 Some verbs need an object, while others don’t.
| Transitive Verbs 🏹 |
Definition: A transitive verb is a verb that needs a direct object to complete its meaning.
Direct object: The noun or pronoun receiving the action.
Formula: Subject + Transitive Verb + Object
Examples:
- She kicked the ball. ⚽
- I read a book. 📖
- They built a house. 🏠
✅ Tip: Ask “what?” or “whom?” after the verb. If you get an answer, it’s transitive.
| Intransitive Verbs 🌬️ |
Definition: An intransitive verb does not need a direct object to complete its meaning.
Formula: Subject + Intransitive Verb
Examples:
- He runs every morning. 🏃♂️
- The baby cried loudly. 👶😢
- The sun shines. ☀️
✅ Tip: Ask “what?” or “whom?” after the verb. If there’s no answer, it’s intransitive.
| Verbs That Can Be Both 🔄 |
Some verbs can be transitive or intransitive, depending on the sentence:
- Example 1 (Transitive): She sings a song. 🎵
- Example 2 (Intransitive): She sings beautifully. 🎶
| 🌟 Quick Reference Table |
| Type | Needs Object? | Examples | Emoji |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transitive | ✅ Yes | kick, read, build | ⚽📖🏠 |
| Intransitive | ❌ No | run, cry, shine | 🏃♂️👶☀️ |
| 🔹 Tips to Remember |
- Transitive = Transfer action to something/someone 💌
- Intransitive = Action stops with the subject 🛑
- Ask “what?” or “whom?” after the verb — your best trick! 🕵️♂️
| 🔹 Examples Together |
- The cat chased the mouse. 🐱🐭 → Transitive
- The children laughed loudly. 😂 → Intransitive
- He opened the door. 🚪 → Transitive
- Birds fly in the sky. 🐦 → Intransitive
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