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

Sure, here's the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs:

Transitive verbs:

• A transitive verb takes a direct object that receives the action of the verb.
• The direct object can be a person, place, thing, or phrase.
• Examples of transitive verbs include:
  • She read a book.
  • The dog licked its fur.
  • The child gave a gift to his friend.

Intransitive verbs:

• An intransitive verb does not take a direct object.
• The verb expresses an action or state that is being performed on something or someone.
• The object of an intransitive verb is often a person, place, or thing.
• Examples of intransitive verbs include:
  • She spoke to the audience.
  • The dog played with its toys.
  • The child read a book.

Transitive verbs are often used to convey a relationship between two or more entities, while intransitive verbs are often used to describe an action or state that is being performed on something or someone.