Gerunds vs Infinitives Flashcard

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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. For example, 'swimming' in '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 swim' in 'I like to swim.'

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When do we use gerunds?

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We use gerunds after certain verbs, such as 'enjoy', 'mind', and 'miss'. For example, 'I enjoy reading.'

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When do we use infinitives?

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We use infinitives after certain verbs, such as 'want', 'need', and 'hope'. For example, 'I want to play.'

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What is the correct form: 'I enjoy to swim' or 'I enjoy swimming'?

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The correct form is 'I enjoy swimming.'

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What is the correct form: 'He wants to play' or 'He wants playing'?

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The correct form is 'He wants to play.'

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What is the correct form: 'They like to dance' or 'They like dancing'?

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Both forms are correct: 'They like to dance' and 'They like dancing.'

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What is the correct form: 'I don't mind to help' or 'I don't mind helping'?

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The correct form is 'I don't mind helping.'

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What is the correct form: 'She loves to read' or 'She loves reading'?

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Both forms are correct: 'She loves to read' and 'She loves reading.'

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What is the correct form: 'We practice to speak' or 'We practice speaking'?

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The correct form is 'We practice speaking.'