What is the difference between a transitive and an intransitive verb?

Transitive verbs require a direct object, while intransitive verbs do not.

Transitive verbs can be used to express actions that are performed on or to things, while intransitive verbs can be used to express actions that are performed by a person or thing.

Here are some examples of transitive and intransitive verbs:

Transitive verbs:

• She wrote a letter.
• He played the piano.
• They went to the movies.

Intransitive verbs:

• She read a book.
• He ate dinner.
• They saw a movie.

Transitive verbs are often used in formal writing and speech, while intransitive verbs are often used in informal writing and speech.