Top 51 - 75 Verbs: English Vocabulary List

to do or experience the first part of something

"Let the show begin now."

"The concert will begin at eight o'clock so please arrive early to find your seats."

to give someone money in exchange for goods or services

"Please pay the bill now."

"You must pay your rent on time or the landlord will charge you a late fee."

to not stop something, such as a task or activity, and keep doing it

"They continue working until they finish."

"Despite the heavy rain the determined hikers decided to continue their journey up the mountain trail because they had already come so far."

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

"Eat your vegetables for dinner."

"It is important to eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits vegetables and whole grains for good health."

to accept something to be true even without proof

"You should believe in your own abilities."

"Many people still believe that hard work and determination are the most important factors for achieving success in any field of life."

to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually on a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil

"Write your name on the paper."

"She decided to write a letter to her grandmother instead of sending a text message because handwritten letters feel more personal and meaningful."

to talk to someone about something

"I will speak now."

"The distinguished guest was invited to speak eloquently about his extensive experiences in international diplomacy."

to make happy sounds and move our face like we are smiling because something is funny

"The joke made everyone laugh loudly."

"The comedian told such a funny joke that everyone in the audience began to laugh uncontrollably."

to not leave until a person or thing is ready or present or something happens

"People wait for the bus patiently."

"The impatient customers had to wait nearly an hour for their food because the restaurant was extremely busy and understaffed that evening."

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

"Running is good exercise."

"She decided to run in the annual charity marathon to raise money for cancer research and treatment programs."

to not move anymore

"The car will stop."

"Please stop the vehicle immediately if you observe any unusual warning lights."

to get something in exchange for paying money

"I want to buy it."

"We decided to buy the house after a thorough inspection and negotiation."

to not know the location of a thing or person and be unable to find it

"I lose my pen."

"It is quite disheartening to lose your favorite pair of reading glasses just when you need them most."

to look at written or printed words or symbols and understand their meaning

"Read the instructions carefully first."

"You should read the instructions carefully before assembling the furniture to avoid making any mistakes."

to strike someone or something with force using one's hand or an object

"Hit the ball hard."

"The baseball player hit the ball so hard that it sailed over the outfield fence for a home run."

to have something as a part of the whole

"The price includes all taxes."

"The price of the vacation package includes flights hotel accommodation and all meals during your stay."

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

"They plan to build a house."

"The construction crew will build a new bridge across the river to reduce traffic congestion during rush hour."

to have in your hands or arms

"Hold my hand tightly."

"Please hold the door open for me as I have my hands full with groceries."

to let someone or something do a particular thing

"Parents allow children to play."

"The new law will allow citizens to vote by mail if they cannot physically reach the polling stations on election day."

to remain in a particular place

"Please stay here."

"We decided to stay at home and watch a movie instead of going out."

to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.

"Do not spend too much money."

"How much money did you spend on groceries this month because my budget is very tight right now."

to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight

"Please sit on the comfortable chair."

"The elderly man prefers to sit in the front row of the cinema because his eyesight is poor."

to move or travel behind someone or something

"I follow you."

"Please follow the instructions carefully to ensure the successful assembly of the furniture."

to get larger and taller and become an adult over time

"Children grow fast."

"As children grow, they develop a greater understanding of the world around them."

to guide or show the direction for others to follow

"He will lead us."

"His poor financial decisions could lead to bankruptcy if he is not careful."