7.3 Adverb and Types
7.3 Adverb and Types
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Identify and use the different kinds of adverbs in context
Think about your favourite action movie. What makes it exciting? It is not just the hero running or jumping, but how fast they run, where they jump, and when the action happens! Imagine a movie without those details. It would not be nearly as enjoyable, would it? That is exactly what adverbs do for sentences! They give us the extra details we need to really picture what is happening. They tell us how, when, where, and how much something happens.
Adverbs are words used in sentences to provide extra details about a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. They enhance the sentence, making it more informative and engaging1,2.
For instance:
He paints vividly, which brings life to his artwork. (Here, the adverb 'vividly' provides more insight into the verb 'paints'.)
The movie was surprisingly entertaining. (Here, the adverb 'surprisingly' adds detail to the adjective 'entertaining'.)
She runs exceptionally fast. (Here, the adverb ‘exceptionally’ describes another adverb ‘fast,’ emphasising an extremely high speed in her running.)
There are several types of adverbs, each serving a specific purpose3:
Watch the video for a quick recap of types of adverbs, and see examples that will help you practice!
Vid 7.3: Adverbs4
Play an interactive game given below where you identify the adverb in each sentence and choose its correct type!
Summary:
Summary:
Adverbs are words that are used in sentences to describe a verb, an adjective or another adverb.
Types of adverbs:
a. Adverb of Time: tell us when something happens
Example: They will arrive tomorrow.
b. Adverb of Place: tell us where something happens or where something is
Example: She left her keys here.
c. Adverb of Manner: tell us how something happens or is done
Example: She danced gracefully on stage.
d. Adverb of Frequency: tell us how often something happens or is done
Example: We often visit the park on weekends.
Extension/Further Reading:
Listen carefully to this story that includes several adverbs of manner. As you listen, note down all the adverbs of manner you can find. Then, for each adverb you write, create your own sentence using that adverb.
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