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What Are Independent Verbs?
Independent verbs are action words that can stand alone in a sentence. They describe what the subject is doing. In Dutch, these verbs can be used on their own without needing a helper verb.
Examples of Independent Verbs
- lopen (to walk)
- leiden (to lead)
- zien (to see)
- zingen (to sing)
How to Use Them in Sentences
Here’s how you can use independent verbs in sentences:
- Ik loop. (I walk.)
- Jij ziet de hond. (You see the dog.)
- Wij zingen een lied. (We sing a song.)
Remember!
These verbs describe actions and can be used in different tenses (like past, present, and future). They are important because they help create complete thoughts.