Using Infinitives as Nouns Flashcards
In this lesson, we look at instances where the infinitive functions as a noun.
Nadar es el mejor remedio para el dolor de espalda.
Swimming is the best remedy for a backache.
Es prohibido fumar
Smoking is prohibited. (Note: In Spanish, unlike English, it isn’t unusual for the subject to follow the verb of the sentence.)
El beber puede conducir a la intoxicación e incluso a la muerte.
Drinking can lead to poisoning and even death.
No me gusta cocinar
I don’t like to cook.(Note: Literally, the sentence would be translated as “cooking doesn’t please me.”)
La vida es un abrir y cerrar de los ojos
Life is an opening and closing of the eyes.
La intimidad es un hablar honesto y profundo de lo que se siente y se piensa
Intimacy is speaking sincerely and deeply about what one feels and thinks.
Yo preferiría salir.
I would prefer to leave.
Odio estudiar algo que creo que no necesito
I hate studying something I believe I don’t need.
Pienso de salir contigo.
I’m thinking about leaving with you.
Ten moderación en el comer o el beber
Show moderation in eating or drinking.
Al entrar al Sistema de Salud, usted y su empresa recibirán enormes beneficios
Upon entering the Health System, you and your business will receive great benefits.
