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Hi guys. Here are some basic tips on using “ing” I hope it helps!

You should use “ing” when you are using it with the verb “to be”.

1. I am eating pizza

2. She will be coming tomorrow afternoon.

3. I was talking to my mom on the phone.

The “infinitive” is using “to” with a verb.

The “infinitive” is used after certain verbs eg. (forgot, hope, want, would like, promise, decide)

1. I forgot to call you. NOT (I forgot calling you)

2. I hope to see you next week. NOT (I hope seeing you next week)

The infinitive is always used after adjectives. eg. (happy, surprised)

1. I am so happy to see you.

2. I was so surprised to hear your voice.

“ing” is used when the verb is the subject of a sentence.

1. Smoking is harmful to your health

2. Dancing can be a lot of fun.

“ing” is used after certain verbs. eg. (dislike, enjoy, practice)

1. I dislike eating meat.

2. I enjoy sleeping in.

“ing” is used after prepositions.

1. I can’t believe he left without saying anything.

After certain verbs the “infinitive” or “ing” could be used. (begin, like, love, start)

1. a) I like to run.

b) I like running.

2. a) I will start to cook soon.

b) I will start cooking soon.

**IMPORTANT!

Don’t combine the “infinitive” with “ing”

1. I so happy to meeting you. (REALLY BAD)

2. I want to cooking with you (REALLY BAD)

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