Gerund and Infinitive B2

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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', 'avoid', 'consider', etc. 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', 'decide', etc. For example, 'I want to go.'

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What is the difference between 'I stopped smoking' and 'I stopped to smoke'?

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'I stopped smoking' means I quit the habit of smoking. 'I stopped to smoke' means I paused what I was doing in order to smoke.

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What are some verbs that are followed by gerunds?

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Some verbs followed by gerunds include 'enjoy', 'mind', 'suggest', and 'finish'. For example, 'She suggested going to the park.'

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What are some verbs that are followed by infinitives?

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Some verbs followed by infinitives include 'hope', 'plan', 'promise', and 'want'. For example, 'He plans to travel next year.'

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Can some verbs be followed by both gerunds and infinitives?

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Yes, some verbs can be followed by both gerunds and infinitives, but the meaning may change. For example, 'I remember locking the door' (I recall the action) vs. 'I remember to lock the door' (I remember to perform the action).

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

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An example is 'Running is my favorite hobby.' Here, 'Running' is the subject of the sentence.

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

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An example is 'To travel is my dream.' Here, 'To travel' is the subject of the sentence.