Gerund or not?

[Lisa Marie]

Does someone know with which verbs do you set the gerund?


Thanks...........

[MikeNewYork]

Does someone know with which verbs do you set the gerund?


Thanks...........

Some verbs take only a gerund as a complement; others take only an infinitive. Another group can take either and the choice can create a difference in meaning that varies from slight/nonexistent to profound.

There is little to no difference with the verb "like".

I like to go camping.
I like going camping.

The difference is profound with the verb "stop".

John stopped smoking. (gave up the habit)
John stopped to smoke. (interrupted an activity to have a cigarette).

Some verbs are listed here:

http://www.iei.uiuc.edu/structure/st...gerinfvbs.html

[Lisa Marie]

Thank you for help

[MikeNewYork]

Thank you for help

You're very welcome.