There are a few basic rules regarding the use of infinitives and gerunds. Infinitives and gerunds are noun forms. If used before the main verb, they are the subject of the verb; after the main verb, ...

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As a teacher, it can be challenging to teach students to identify infinitives and infinitive phrases because they are not always easy to recognize. However, it is a crucial skill for students to have ...

Split infinitives are one of those rules that aren’t thoroughly discussed in English class, but it’s good to know about them. Depending on whether they’re used correctly, split infinitives can make or ...

In 2004 a Forum member based in New Jersey raised a very insightful grammar question on infinitive usage that I think would be a very useful guide to all those aiming for greater mastery of their ...

Over the past week, I glimpsed several grammar constructions worth sharing on this platform. A lot has been going on following the threat of the coronavirus pandemic, and discourse across various ...