Here's a breakdown:
* Verb form: Participles are derived from verbs (e.g., "running," "painted," "broken").
* Adjectival function: They describe or modify nouns or pronouns.
Examples:
* The running dog: "Running" describes the dog.
* The painted door: "Painted" describes the door.
* The broken window: "Broken" describes the window.
Types of Participles:
* Present participles: End in "-ing" (e.g., running, swimming).
* Past participles: Often end in "-ed" or "-en" (e.g., painted, broken).
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