(FTU) Lesson Topic 4: Jetting Around Gerunds

Lesson Topic 4: Jetting Around Gerunds

What is a Gerund?

A gerund is a verb that ends in -ing but is used as a noun. Therefore, gerunds might often look like verbs, but they are actually nouns.A gerund is a verb that ends in -ing but is used as a noun. Therefore, gerunds might often look like verbs, but they are actually nouns.

Example: I enjoy golfing.

Golfing is being used as a noun. Golfing is a sport, so it is a "thing."

Example: I love to hear her singing.

Singing is being used as a noun. Singing is considered a "thing" in this sentence.

 

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