INFINITIVES AND GERUNDS
- A gerund is a verb that acts like a noun.
- To form a gerund, add – ing to the end of the verb.
- To describe the purpose of SOMETHING, use for + gerund:
1. What is a hair dryer for?
A hair dryer is for drying hair
2. What is this computer program for?
This computer program is for editing videos.
- An infinitive is the to + verb form.
- To describe the purpose of SOMEONE, use an infinitive.
1. What do you use a hair dryer for?
I use a hair dryer to dry my hair.
2. What did you go to the store?
I went to the store to buy some milk.
3. Why are you going to Toronto?
I am going to Toronto to learn English.
Examples
A memory stick is used to store information. (infinitive)
A memory stick is used for storing information. (gerund)
I use my video game to play different kind of games. (infinitive)
Video games are used for playing different kind of games. (gerund)
The infinitive expressing the purpose of something or someone's opinion about something...For me is very important this class and I learn to much this day..
ResponderEliminarGood afternoon Sofia Brito. For me sometimes infinitives and gerunds are very difficult to apply in a few sentences. Thanks for sharing you information.
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