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    1. The document discusses the differences between using gerunds and infinitives after certain verbs like remember, regret, try, etc. and provides examples to illustrate the differences. 2. It also lists verbs that are followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives. There are exercises for learners to practice using gerunds and infinitives correctly. 3. The summary provides concise yet essential information about the topic and key points covered in the document.

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    1. The document discusses the differences between using gerunds and infinitives after certain verbs like remember, regret, try, etc. and provides examples to illustrate the differences. 2. It also lists verbs that are followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives. There are exercises for learners to practice using gerunds and infinitives correctly. 3. The summary provides concise yet essential information about the topic and key points covered in the document.

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    1. The document discusses the differences between using gerunds and infinitives after certain verbs like remember, regret, try, etc. and provides examples to illustrate the differences. 2. It also lists verbs that are followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives. There are exercises for learners to practice using gerunds and infinitives correctly. 3. The summary provides concise yet essential information about the topic and key points covered in the document.

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    1. The document discusses the differences between using gerunds and infinitives after certain verbs like remember, regret, try, etc. and provides examples to illustrate the differences. 2. It also lists verbs that are followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives. There are exercises for learners to practice using gerunds and infinitives correctly. 3. The summary provides concise yet essential information about the topic and key points covered in the document.

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    1. Subject of sentences 3. Verb after verbs 5.

    Verbs after prepositions


    2. Object of sentences 4. Change in meaning
    verb.















    4. Change in meaning: With some verbs, both forms are possible but a difference in meaning is
    implied.
    a. Remember
    doing something: I did it and now I remember this (after doing something)
    Ex: I know I locked the door. I clearly remember locking it.

    to do something: I remembered that I had to do something (before doing something)
    Ex: I remembered to lock the door but I forgot to shut the window.

    b. Need
    doing: it needs to be done
    Ex. The batteries in the radio need changing

    I need to do something: It is necessary for me to do it.
    Ex. I need to take more exercise.

    c. Regret
    doing something: I did it and now I am sorry about it
    Ex: I regret saying what I said. I shouldnt have said it.

    to do something: I am sorry that I have to say
    Ex: We regret to inform you that we cannot offer you the work

    d. Try
    doing something: try something as an experiment or test. (Suggestions).
    Ex. The photocopier is not working. Try pressing the green button.

    to do something: make an effort.
    Ex: I was very tired. I tried to keep my eyes open, but I couldnt.

    5. Verbs after prepositions: when a verb is preceded by a preposition (of, on, at, etc), we use gerunds.
    Ex: Sam was tired of waking up early every morning.
    Consider Deny Arrange Decide
    Enjoy Fancy Help Hope
    Finish Give up Manage Promise
    Miss Practice Refuse Want
    Put off Risk Plan Fail
    Imagine Dont mind Learn Forget
    TO INFINITIVE

    1. Subject of sentences: When we refer to verbs as activities, we use gerunds.
    Ex: Working with children can become an exhausting labour.
    Meeting my friends is one of the activities I enjoy the most.

    2. Object of sentences: When the object of a sentence is a verb, we use gerunds.
    Ex: Charles hates walking his dog in winter. (what does he hate? walking his dog. Therefore, walking his
    dog is the object of the sentence.)

    3. Verb after verbs: Second verb will take the form of a gerund or to infinitive depending on the first
    Gerund or To Infinitive ?
    VERB + GERUND VERB + TO INFINITIVE
    Avoid Cant stand Afford Agree
    GERUND
    VERB VERB

    Remember that we use gerunds and to infinitive forms in different situations.
    We have learnt the following ones:
    agree
    aim
    appear
    arrange
    ask
    attempt
    be able
    beg
    begin
    care
    choose
    condescend
    consent
    continue
    dare
    decide
    deserve
    detest
    dislike
    expect
    prepare
    proceed
    promise
    propose
    refuse
    remember
    say
    shoot
    start
    stop
    strive
    swear
    threaten
    try
    use
    wait
    want
    wish
    fail
    forget
    get
    happen
    have
    hesitate
    hope
    hurry
    intend
    leap
    leave
    like
    long
    love
    mean
    neglect
    offer
    ought
    plan
    prefer
    permit
    persuade
    prepare
    promise
    remind
    require
    send
    teach
    tell
    urge
    want
    warn
    forbid
    force
    have
    hire
    instruct
    invite
    lead
    leave
    let
    like
    love
    motivate
    order
    pay
    Verb Lists: Infinitives and Gerunds
    Verbs Followed by an Infinitive






    approve of
    argue about
    believe in
    care about
    complain about
    concentrate on
    confess to
    plan on
    prevent (someone) from
    refrain from
    succeed in
    talk about
    think about
    worry about

    depend on
    disapprove of
    discourage from
    dream about
    feel like
    forget about
    insist on
    object to


    Verbs Followed by a Gerund

    admit
    advise
    appreciate
    avoid
    can't help
    complete
    consider
    delay
    deny
    detest
    dislike
    enjoy
    escape
    excuse
    finish
    forbid
    get through
    have
    imagine
    mind
    miss
    permit
    postpone
    practice
    quit
    recall
    report
    resent
    resist
    resume
    risk
    spend (time)
    suggest
    tolerate
    waste (time)
    Exercises


    1. He tried to avoid ________________ (answer) my question.
    Complete each sentence with the most suitable verb in either gerund or to infinitive.
    2. Im still looking for a job but I hope ________________ (find) something soon.
    3. I enjoy ________________ (listening) to music.
    4. Dont forget ________________ (post) the letter I gave you.
    5. I considered ________________ (apply) for the job, but in the end I decided against it.
    6. There was a lot of traffic but we managed ________________ (arrive) to the airport in time.
    7. Jill has decided not ________________ (drive) a car.
    8. Have you finished ________________ (read) the newspaper yet?
    9. We need to change our routine. We cant keep on ________________ (live) like this.
    10. I dont mind ________________ (lend) you the phone as long as you pay for all your calls.



    If somebody calls, please remember to take a message.
    I remember seeing that film. I cant remember the ending though!
    You wont regret doing this exercise. Itll help you master these troublesome verbs.

    Add the gerund or infinitive form of the verb in brackets.

    1. We had to stay indoors all day as it wouldnt stop ____________ (rain).

    2. Leo prohibited his son ____________ (go) to the rock concert

    3. A: Do you know how this coffee machine works?
    B: Ive no idea. Have you tried ____________ (press) the green button?

    4. Although we gave the baby more milk she went on ____________ (cry).

    5. The travel guide advised his group ____________ (not / drink) water from the
    hotel taps. He also strongly advised ____________ (put on) plenty of insect repellent
    before going out in the evening.

    6. To get to the zoo from here you need ____________ (take) the number 10
    bus and remember ____________ (get off) at the third stop.

    7. Dont forget ____________ (check) your essays before you hand them
    in reminded the teacher.

    8. Jack has never regretted ____________ (move) to Brazil, although it
    meant ____________ (leave) behind family and wonderful friends.

    9. After visiting the museum we stopped ____________ (have) a quick snack.

    10. Your shirt needs ____________ (iron). Its really creased.

    11. Can you lend me some money? I meant ____________ (go) to the cashpoint
    this morning but I forgot.

    12. I tried ____________ (remember) the Spanish for post office but in the
    end I needed ____________ (check) my phrase book.

    13. We regret ____________ (inform) you that the hotel will be closed for
    renovation until April.

    14. Despite being asked several times to be quiet, Tim went on ____________ (talk).

    15. Virginias never going to forget ____________ (swim) with sharks in Hawaii. It was a
    such a thrill. In fact shes now trying ____________ (persuade) her husband to go too.




    GERUND OR INFINITIVE?
    (Remember / Forget / Stop / Regret / Try etc)

    The gerund

    Gerund and infinitive

    Put the verbs in brackets into the gerund.
    1. Stop ____________ (argue) and start ____________ (work).
    2. The children prefer ____________ (watch) TV to _________ (read).
    3. I am against ____________ (make) any complaints.
    4. I suggest ____________ (hold) another meeting next week.
    5. We are looking forward to ____________ (read) your new book.
    6. He is thinking of _________ (leave) his job and _________ (go) to America.
    7. If you put your money into that business you risk ____________ (lose) every penny.
    8. Is there anything here worth ____________ (buy)?
    9. You'd better consult your lawyer before _______________ (decide) to buy the property.
    10. By _________ (work) day and night he succeeded in ____________ (finish) the job in time.

    Put the verbs in brackets into the correct form (gerund or infinitive).

    1. My mother told me ____________ (not speak) to anyone about it.

    2. I can't understand her ____________ (behave) like that.
    3. He tried ____________ (explain) but she refused _______________ (listen).
    4. You are expected _______________ (know) the safety regulations of the college.
    5. I am prepared _______________ (wait) here all night if necessary.
    6. Would you mind ____________ (show) me how ____________ (work) the lift?
    7. I am beginning _______________ (understand) what you mean.
    8. I regret __________________ (inform) you that your application has been refused.
    9. He wore dark glasses _______________ (avoid) ______________ (be) recognized.
    10. I tried _______________ (persuade) him ____________ (agree) with your proposal.

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