Gerund or infinitive ?

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What is a gerund?

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A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence. For example, 'Swimming is fun.'

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What is an infinitive?

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An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to'. For example, 'to run', 'to eat'.

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When do we use gerunds after certain verbs?

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We use gerunds after certain verbs like 'enjoy', 'mind', and 'suggest'. For example, 'I enjoy reading.'

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When do we use infinitives after certain verbs?

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We use infinitives after certain verbs like 'want', 'need', and 'decide'. For example, 'I want to go.'

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What is the difference between 'I like swimming' and 'I like to swim'?

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Both are correct, but 'I like swimming' emphasizes the activity, while 'I like to swim' emphasizes the intention.

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Which is correct: 'I can't stand to wait' or 'I can't stand waiting'?

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Both are correct, but 'I can't stand waiting' is more commonly used.

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What is an example of a sentence using a gerund as a subject?

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'Running is my favorite hobby.'

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What is an example of a sentence using an infinitive as a subject?

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'To run is my favorite hobby.'

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What is the structure of a gerund phrase?

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A gerund phrase consists of a gerund and any modifiers or objects. For example, 'Swimming in the ocean is refreshing.'

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What is the structure of an infinitive phrase?

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An infinitive phrase consists of an infinitive and any modifiers or objects. For example, 'To swim in the ocean is refreshing.'