wotcha Senior Member Joined Jun 29, 2010 Member Type English Teacher Native Language Korean Home Country South Korea Current Location South Korea Mar 25, 2011 #1 I've knowm that the verb 'learn' is always followed by an infinitive. Then, why is it possible to say 'I learn swamming' instead of 'I learn to swim'?
I've knowm that the verb 'learn' is always followed by an infinitive. Then, why is it possible to say 'I learn swamming' instead of 'I learn to swim'?
riquecohen VIP Member Joined Aug 24, 2010 Member Type English Teacher Native Language American English Home Country United States Current Location Brazil Mar 25, 2011 #2 wotcha said: I've knowm that the verb 'learn' is always followed by an infinitive. Not always. "I'm learning French." Then, why is it possible to say 'I learn swamming' instead of 'I learn to swim'? Click to expand...
wotcha said: I've knowm that the verb 'learn' is always followed by an infinitive. Not always. "I'm learning French." Then, why is it possible to say 'I learn swamming' instead of 'I learn to swim'? Click to expand...