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GERUNDS
The structure of the gerund is
Verb + ING
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- There are four uses of the gerund:
Subject
A verb exposed as a subject.
Example:
USE 1
- Learning English is important to get a good job.
verb
subject
- Practicing sports has many benefits for your health.
verb
subject
After a preposition
The gerund verb is placed after the preposition.
Example:
USE 2
- She apologizes for arriving late.
Preposition + Verb
Other verbs
- talk about
- depend on
- complain about
- insist on
- think of-about
- worry about
After certain verbs
Two verbs together the second verb goes with ing.
Example:
USE 3
- Mike enjoys singing opera
2 verbs
- I avoid lifting heavy objects.
2 verbs
After when and while
Use the following verb with gerund to avoid repeating the previous subject.
Example:
USE 4
- You have to be careful when you open this bottle.
is replaced
You have to be careful when opening this bottle.
Verbs Gerunds
Verbs
Agreeing
Asking
Becoming
Breaking
Closing
Feeling
Helping
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