Section outline

  • A Verb Phrase is a group of words that includes a main verb and any helping (auxiliary) verbs or modifiers.

    Features:

    1. It expresses action, state of being or condition.
    2. It shows tenses & modality.
    3. It helps the main verb.

    Examples:

    1. She has been reading all day.
    2. You should study for the exam.
    3. The homework is being done by the students