Infinitive Complements

Infinitive Complements

List of verbs and examples

Verb + object + infinitive

​Group 1

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​Persuade verbs: advice, cause, convince

*The object is required

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Example: She advised me to take the job​

Verb + object + infinitive

​Group 2

**me is expected to apply, if the object is dropped the meaning changes to the subject doing the action

​Want verbs: expect and need

*The object is optional​

Examples:

**She expects me to apply.

I need to find a job​.​

Verb + object + infinitive

​Group 3

Sounds more natural: We think he's the best singer.

​Believe verbs: consider and recognize

*Follows the patter verb + object + infinitive, and the infinitive is usually to be.

Example:

We consider him to be the best singer.​

Verb + object + infinitive

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Plan verbs: arrange

*Follows the patter verb + for + object + infinitive

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Example:

They arranged for me to have an interview.

Verb + object + infinitive

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Group verbs: have, let, make

*Follows the same basic pattern, but requires the base form of the verb rather than the full infinitive.​

Example:

His music makes me feel happy.

What is something your parents advised you to do?

My mom advised me to learn how to cook.

What is something your teacher expects you to do?

SMy teacher expects me to complete my homework.

What do you need to do today?

I need to iron my clothes.