verbals Flashcards
gerund
a form that is derived from a verb but that functions as a noun, in English ending in -ing,
Infinitive
the basic form of a verb, without an inflection binding it to a particular subject or tense
Participle
a word formed from a verb and used as an adjective or a noun
Phrase
a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause. or put into a particular form of words
What are the 3 types of Verbals?
participles, gerunds, and infinitives.
What do Gerunds function as?
a noun
What do Infinitives function as?
a noun, adjective, or adverb.
What do Participles function as?
an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun
Example of a Gerund
Running
Example of a Gerund
Building
Example of an Infinitive
to run
Example of an Infinitive
to sing
Example of a Participles
swimming
Example of a Participles
laughing