INFINITIVES AND GERUNDS.

                

                                                                             AUGUST, SATURDAY 1th. 2015

             INFINITIVES AND GERUNDS.

The objective of this class is to learn the distinction between infinitive and gerund and its correct application.

INFINITIVES  --->   To describe the purpose of SOMEONE.

GERUNDS     --->   To describe the purpose of SOMETHING.

Examples:

An infinitive is the to + verb form.

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.

A gerund is a verb that acts like a noun.

To form a gerund, add – ing to the end of the verb.

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.

•  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).