Chapter 16: Gerund – What's It, Where to Apply, How to Apply, and Avoid Mistakes with Suitable Examples
Abstract : A gerund is the "-ing" form of a verb functioning as a noun, and can act as subject, object, or object of a preposition . Here's a breakdown of what it is, how to use it, and some common mistakes to avoid: What is a Gerund? Definition: A gerund is a verb form ending in "-ing" that acts as a noun. Function: Gerunds can be the subject, object, or object of a preposition in a sentence. Examples: "Swimming is my favorite exercise." (Subject) "I love dancing." (Object) "He is good at singing." (Object of preposition "at") How to Use Gerunds Forming Gerunds: Simply add "-ing" to the base form of the verb. Gerund Phrases: A gerund phrase is a gerund along with any modifiers or objects it takes. Example: "Playing the guitar is relaxing." (Gerund phrase: "playing the guitar") Common Mistakes: Using "me" instead of "my" befor...