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STD - 8 ENGLISH
LESSON NOTES
Grammar-TRANSITIVE & INTRANSITIVE VERBS
Introduction:
A transitive verb is a verb that requires an object to receive the action.
Correct: The speaker discussed different marketing strategies in the video.
Incorrect: The speaker discussed in the video.
The verb "discuss" requires an object ("different marketing strategies"). It is necessary to
state what the speaker discussed.
More Examples
Some other examples of transitive verbs are "address," "borrow," "bring," "discuss," "raise," "offer,"
"pay," "write," "promise," and "have."
▪ The instructor addressed the student's question.
▪ Miriam borrowed the methodology book from her classmate because she forgot her copy.
▪ Can you bring your copy of the textbook to our study group meeting?
▪ Donovan gave the gift to his sister.
▪ The committee members will raise money for the new project.
Direct and Indirect Object A transitive verb can take more than one object.
Donovan gave his sister a laptop.
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