Action Words for Class 1

What are Action Words?

Look at the following sentences :

1. I love to draw.
2. I am playing.
3. Jack is reading.
4. Kelly is singing.

All the bold words like love, playing, reading and singing are action words.

Words which describe an action of something or someone are called action words. It lets us know what the subject of a sentence is doing. Action words are also known as verbs.

Examples of Action Words

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Examples of Action Words in a Sentence

→ Roy was playing chess with his dad.
→ I love to read books.
→ I will cook dinner.
→ I love to walk.
→ Running every day will make you strong.
→ Amy loves to dance.

FAQ’s

1. What are action words?

Answer: Action words describe actions of something or someone. For example: Haley is dancing. In this sentence dancing is an action word.

2. What are the examples of action words?

Answer: Examples of action words are running, painting, walking, working, crying, laughing.

3. What are action words called?

Answer: Action words are also called verbs.