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Gerund or Infinitive?

Gerund or Infinitive?

Grammar, Grammar | Gerund or Infinitive

Our previous grammar lesson looked at Verb Substitution. Now we will study gerund and infinitive verb forms. ​A gerund is an ing verb that acts as a noun. ​ For example: I like swimming. A ‘to infinitive’ is to + the base form of the verb. ​ For example: I like to...
Gerund or Infinitive?

Gerund or Infinitive? 2

Grammar, Grammar | Gerund or Infinitive

This is our second lesson on the topic of gerunds and infinitives. The first lesson dealt with using gerunds or infinitives after certain verbs whereas today we’re looking at using gerunds or infinitives after nouns and adjectives as well as verbs. ​ When should I use...
Gerund or Infinitive?

Gerund or Infinitive? 3

Grammar, Grammar | Gerund or Infinitive

This is our third post on the topic of gerunds (verb+ing) and infinitives (to + verb 1).  Post 1 dealt with verbs which can be followed by gerunds or infinitives. Post 2 dealt with verbs, nouns, adjectives and prepositions which can be followed by gerunds or...
Gerund or Infinitive?

Gerund or Infinitive? 4

Grammar, Grammar | Gerund or Infinitive

​This is our fourth post on the topic of ing-forms and infinitives. Correct use of ing-verb forms and infinitives (to + verb) is essential for those seeking to get a high band score. We have 3 other quizzes (that include short grammar lessons) to help you with this...