Expertlatin
A linking verb—also called a copula—is a verb that joins a subject with a predicate that often ascribes a quality to that subject. Linking verbs are usually distinguished from action verbs, which indicate an action performed by the subject (Bob eats, Sarah sleeps, Tony greeted Mary).
What is copula verbs and examples?
A copular verb is a special kind of verb used to join an adjective or noun complement to a subject. Common examples are: be (is, am, are, was, were), appear, seem, look, sound, smell, taste, feel, become and get.
What is the difference between copula and copular?
Grammatical function. The principal use of a copula is to link the subject of a clause to a subject complement. A copular verb is often considered to be part of the predicate, the remainder being called a predicative expression.
