π Gerunds and infinitives can both start a sentence and come after certain verbs.
π Infinitives are verbs, while gerunds are ing words that function as nouns.
π‘ When using gerunds as the subject, they must be chosen over infinitives.
βοΈ Gerunds are often used as nouns and infinitives as subjects when talking about goals and achievements.
π Infinitives can be abstract and poetic, such as in Shakespeare's famous quote.
π‘ Gerunds are more common and natural in everyday language usage.
π€ To-infinitives and gerunds are used to express purpose.
β‘οΈ In spoken English, 'to' is more commonly used instead of 'in order to'.
π When using 'to' at the start of a sentence, a comma is needed if the 'to' phrase comes first.
π There are five special grammar lists for gerunds and infinitives.
π₯ List one includes verbs always followed by the gerund, which function as nouns.
π List two includes verbs always followed by the infinitive for successful completion.
Using gerunds and infinitives interchangeably in grammar rules
The verbs 'can't stand' and 'start' can be followed by either gerund or infinitive without a difference in meaning
The usage of 'remember' with gerunds and infinitives
The concept of double infinitive with the verbs 'need' and 'forget'
π Using 'try' with gerunds when previous ideas did not work.
π Difference between using infinitives in the present, future, and past.
π Using 'stop' with gerunds to indicate cessation of an action.
π Regret can be expressed using gerunds and infinitives.
π There are different ways to express regret, including through formal language.
π Writing example sentences can help in learning and practicing language skills.
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