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Word Forms of “Grow”

To become larger or develop naturally over time.

Word Family of Grow

What is the noun of grow? — growth

growth

What is the verb of grow? — grow

grow

What is the adjective of grow? — grown

grown

How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence

  • Plants grow taller in the spring. A1
  • The child has grown five centimeters this year. A1
  • Global demand for renewable energy continues to grow exponentially. B1

Origin and Word Formation of Grow

From Old English 'growan', related to grass and grain.

Common Word Form Mistakes with Grow

Wrong: The child has grow very tall.

Correct: The child has grown very tall.

With 'has', use the past participle 'grown', not the base form 'grow'

Wrong: The plant is growing good in this soil.

Correct: The plant is growing well in this soil.

Use the adverb 'well' to describe how something grows, not the adjective 'good'

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Grow

What are the word forms of “grow”?

The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.

What part of speech is “grow”?

“grow” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.

Where does “grow” come from?

From Old English 'growan', related to grass and grain.

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