Verbals

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

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

A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, often ending in -ing or -ed.

An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to' (e.g., to run, to swim).

In this sentence, 'Swimming' functions as the subject of the sentence.

In this sentence, 'broken' functions as an adjective describing 'vase'.

In this sentence, 'to dance' functions as the object of the verb 'wants'.

A gerund functions as a noun, while a participle functions as an adjective.

Example: 'Running is my favorite hobby.'

Example: 'The barking dog kept me awake.'