State and Activity Verbs
Understanding State and Activity Verbs: When to Use Present Simple or Present Continuous Have you ever wondered why we say “I like pizza” and not “I am liking pizza” ? Or why “She is reading a book” is correct but “She reads a book now” doesn’t quite sound right? If these differences confuse you, don’t worry — you're not alone! In this post, we’ll explore two types of verbs in English — state verbs and activity verbs — and learn when to use the present simple and when to use the present continuous . 🔍 What Are Verbs? A verb is a word that shows an action, a condition, or a state of being. In English, verbs are often divided into two types when it comes to grammar use: State Verbs (also called stative verbs) Activity Verbs (also called dynamic verbs) Let’s dive deeper into what each of these means. 🌟 State Verbs – Verbs That Show a Condition or Feeling St...