Verbals

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What is a verbal?

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A verbal is a word derived from a verb that functions as a different part of speech, such as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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What is a gerund?

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A gerund is a verbal that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence.

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Provide an example of a gerund in a sentence.

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"Swimming is my favorite hobby." (Here, 'swimming' is a gerund.)

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verbal that can function as an adjective and usually ends in -ing or -ed.

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Provide an example of a participle in a sentence.

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"The broken vase was on the floor." (Here, 'broken' is a participle.)

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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', and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

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Provide an example of an infinitive in a sentence.

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"I want to learn Spanish." (Here, 'to learn' is an infinitive.)

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How do gerunds function in a sentence?

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Gerunds function as nouns, meaning they can be subjects, objects, or complements.

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How do participles function in a sentence?

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Participles function as adjectives, modifying nouns.

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How do infinitives function in a sentence?

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Infinitives can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs, depending on their use in the sentence.