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Gerund vs infinitive
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Intro
Welcome to this module on gerunds and infinitives! These two grammatical concepts can be confusing for English language learners. Understanding the difference between gerunds and infinitives is important for effective communication. In this module, we will explore the different ways in which they can be used in sentences. So, let's get started!
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Mów teraz
agree to do something
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Mów teraz
I agreed to babysit my nephew tonight.
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Mów teraz
promise to do something
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Mów teraz
She promised to pick us up from the station.
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Mów teraz
hope to do something
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Mów teraz
I hope to see you again next week.
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Powtórz ze słuchu
_____ __ __ _________
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Powtórz ze słuchu
_ ______ __ _______ __ ______ _______.
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Powtórz ze słuchu
_______ __ __ _________
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Powtórz ze słuchu
___ ________ __ ____ __ __ ____ ___ _______.
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Powtórz ze słuchu
____ __ __ _________
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Powtórz ze słuchu
_ ____ __ ___ ___ _____ ____ ____.
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Przetłumacz teraz
Hier sind einige Beispiele für Verben, auf die der Infinitiv folgt: agree to do something
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Przetłumacz teraz
Ich habe zugestimmt, heute Abend auf meinen Neffen aufzupassen
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Przetłumacz teraz
versprechen, etwas zu tun
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Przetłumacz teraz
Sie hat versprochen, uns vom Bahnhof abzuholen
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Przetłumacz teraz
hoffen, etwas zu tun
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Przetłumacz teraz
Ich hoffe, dass ich dich nächste Woche wiedersehen werde
Schlüsselsätze
make a commitment
eine Verpflichtung eingehen
give your word
sein Wort geben
take on a task
eine Aufgabe übernehmen
Wortschatz
Wichtige Sätze
I hope to see you again next week if you agree to come.
Ich hoffe, dich nächste Woche wiederzusehen, wenn du einverstanden bist zu kommen.
She promised to pick us up from the station after she agreed to help.
Sie hat versprochen, uns vom Bahnhof abzuholen, nachdem sie zugestimmt hat zu helfen.
I agreed to babysit my nephew tonight, so I will be busy.
Ich habe zugestimmt, heute Abend auf meinen Neffen aufzupassen, also werde ich beschäftigt sein.
I need to make a commitment to finish my project on time.
Ich muss eine Verpflichtung eingehen, um mein Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.
When you give your word, people trust you more.
Wenn du dein Wort gibst, vertrauen dir die Menschen mehr.
It is important to take on a task only if you can complete it.
Es ist wichtig, eine Aufgabe nur zu übernehmen, wenn du sie abschließen kannst.
Praktischer Dialog
Are you free to help me with my homework?
Bist du frei, um mir bei meinen Hausaufgaben zu helfen?
I can help you if you want. I agree to do it.
Ich kann dir helfen, wenn du möchtest. Ich stimme zu, es zu tun.
Thank you! I promise to return the favor.
Danke! Ich verspreche, den Gefallen zurückzugeben.
That sounds great. I hope to finish quickly.
Das klingt großartig. Ich hoffe, schnell fertig zu werden.
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B1🐝 Infinitives, decide to do 🎓
Gerund vs infinitive
Agree to do something.
I decided to apply for this position.
Verb + infinitive
I really enjoyed talking to you.
Verb + gerund
I can't imagine living in a different country.
Verb + gerund
I agreed to take this position.
Dialogue
Test
Listen and repeat
B1🐝 Gerunds, remember doing 📚
Stop doing something
gerund or infinitive
Remember to double-check the data
Remember
I will never forget meeting him for the first time
Forget
He really regretted procrastinating the task.
Regret
Hey, have you finished that report yet?
Dialogue
Test
Paraphrase the sentences
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