Using infinitives as nouns with the definite article El Flashcards

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We can use the definite article el + infinitivo in order to make the infinitive a noun.

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However it would also be correct if we omit the article

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Drinking in excess can be dangerous.

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El beber en exceso puede ser peligroso.

Beber en exceso puede ser peligroso.

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Walking every day is good for circulation.

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El caminar todos los días es bueno para la circulación.

Caminar todos los días es bueno para la circulación.

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Living far away from work is an inconvenience.

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El vivir lejos del trabajo es un inconveniente.

Vivir lejos del trabajo es un inconveniente.

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generally, infinitives cannot use the plural article (los):

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However, there are certain infinitives that can been converted to nouns and these can take both the singular and the plural article (el/los).

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The coming and going of passengers kept us entertained while we waited for our train.

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El ir y venir de los pasajeros nos entretenía mientras esperábamos nuestro tren.

Los ires y venires de los pasajeros nos entretenían mientras esperábamos nuestro tren.

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Dawn in this southern village is beautiful.

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El amanecer en este pueblo sureño es precioso.

Los amaneceres en este pueblo sureño son preciosos.

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