what is finite verb

The finite verb is that form of a verb that shows agreement with a subject and is marked for tense. If there is just one verb in a sentence it is definitely a finite one.

Instances of the same are:

  • I go, he ate, they ran, etc.

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A form of a verb that shows agreement with a subject and is marked for tense. Contrast with nonfinite verb (or verbal).

If there is just one verb in a sentence, it is finite. Finite verbs are sometimes called tensed verbs.

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