Action Verbs in English | Beginner Vocabulary

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Learn Action Verb Vocabulary in English

In this lesson, learn 12 action verbs used commonly in basic English.

TermDefinition
beginto start
checkto mark
doto perform an action (homework, exam, laundry)
finishto complete something
opento move an object so it is not closed
rememberto bring back to mind
showto make clear and visible
taketo carry or move with one’s hands
thinkto use your brain
useto deploy the purpose of an object
closeto move an object so it is not closed
cometo arrive
helpto give assistance
knowto have information
looktosee with your eyes

Practice Exercises for Action Verbs in English

Exercise 1

Memory Game

Match the image of the action verb to the word.

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Exercise 1

Memory Game

Match the image of the action verb to the word.

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Action Verbs in English Quiz