Expressions and verbs used with the full infinitive (to+verb) or the gerund. Gerund and infinitive exercises. 1.1 What is a gerund. A gerund is a noun made from a verb by adding “-ing.” The gerund form of the verb “read” is “reading.” You can use a gerund as a sentence’s subject or object. Examples: Reading helps you learn English
Gerund examples: I am waiting. (Present Participle) (This is the present continuous. “Waiting” here is part of the verb. It is not a gerund.) I don’t like waiting. (Gerund) (This is present simple, but it contains a gerund. “Waiting” is the direct object of this sentence.) How to Use Gerunds with Examples. The gerund form of verbs is
Provide students with a short text and ask them to find examples of gerunds and infinitives. They can work in pairs or groups and present their findings to the class. #21: Fill in the Blanks. Provide sentences with gaps to be filled with the correct gerunds or infinitives. Students complete the sentences individually or in groups.Part 1 of the Gerunds and Infinitives Tutorial explains what gerunds and infinitives are and how to begin using them in everyday English. Complete exercises 1-10 below to practice what you have learned in Part 1 before moving on to Part 2. Gerunds and Infinitives Exercise 1. Gerunds and Infinitives Exercise 2. Gerunds and Infinitives Exercise 3. EnAoZD.