Grammar

A gerund is a noun made from a verb by adding "-ing."

Infinitives are the "to" form of the verb.
Try to remember that:
Gerunds are often used when actions are real, fixed, or completed. "I enjoy cooking."
Infinitives are often used when actions are unreal, abstract, or future: "He wants to
swim."
Sometimes the use of a gerund or an infinitive can change the meaning of a
sentence. Can you explain the difference between these two sentences? Leave
your answer in the comments area.
"I remembered to take my umbrella."
"I remembered taking my umbrella."
Here is a quick exercise so you can test your knowledge. In each sentence, choose
either the gerund or infinitive. Then why don't you make your own sentences using the
verbs below. I hope you find this useful - good luck!
Lesson by Caroline
8. Emily promised (eat) ___ all her vegetables.
1. I often go (dance) ___ on a Saturday night.

Eating
To Dance
To eat
Dancing
9. I don't mind (call) ___ them if you don't want to.
2. When I finish (write) ___ this letter, I'll come and help
you.
To call

To write calling

Writing 10. You need to practise (listen) ___.

3. I am planning (buy) ___ a new laptop soon.

To listen

buying Listening

To buy 11. Did anyone volunteer (work) ___ on Saturday?

4. I need (sleep) ___ at least eight hours a night.

To work

Sleeping Working

To sleep 12. He refuses (talk) ___ to me.

5. I want (move) ___ to London next year.

Talking

To move To talk

Moving 13. I enjoy (watch) ___ romantic movies.

6. Would you consider (give) ___ the speech at our

anniversary party? Watching

To watch
To give
14. We can't afford (rent) ___ this flat anymore.
Giving

7. She avoids (walk) ___ in the rain. To rent

Renting
To walk
15. I managed (get) ___ there on time.
Walking
Getting

To get