Gerunds as Direct Objects
A gerund is a verb form that ends in "-ing" and functions as a noun. When a gerund functions as a direct object, it acts as the receiver of the action in a sentence.
Placement:
In a sentence, the gerund as a direct object typically follows a verb or a verb phrase.
Example:
| 🔊 | I enjoy swimming. |
Verbs that take gerunds as direct objects:
Certain verbs are commonly followed by gerunds as direct objects. These include verbs like "enjoy," "dislike," "avoid," "finish," "recommend," and "suggest," among others.
Example:
| 🔊 | She loves dancing. |
| 🔊 | He dislikes studying. |
Use after prepositions:
Gerunds are often used after prepositions in a sentence.
Example:
| 🔊 | I'm interested in learning a new language. |
| 🔊 | They apologized for arriving late. |
Use as objects of perception verbs:
Gerunds can also be used as the objects of perception verbs, such as "see," "hear," "watch," and "observe."
Example:
| 🔊 | I saw her running in the park. |
| 🔊 | He heard them singing a beautiful song. |
Use after certain adjectives:
Gerunds can function as direct objects after certain adjectives.
Example:
| 🔊 | She is afraid of flying. |
| 🔊 | He is tired of working long hours. |
Use gerunds after question words:
When using question words like "what," "where," "when," "why," or "how" to request information or ask for confirmation, you can follow them with gerunds as direct objects.
Example:
| 🔊 | What are their policies for exchanging damaged goods? |
| 🔊 | When will you finish writing the report? |
| 🔊 | Why did you stop running marathons? |
Use gerunds after prepositions:
Gerunds can be used as direct objects after prepositions when requesting information or asking for confirmation.
Example:
| 🔊 | I'm interested in knowing the store's opening hours. |
| 🔊 | Are you interested in joining our hiking club? |
| 🔊 | We need your help with organizing the party. |
Use gerunds to inquire about actions or activities:
Gerunds can be used to ask about actions or activities related to the information you are seeking.
Example:
| 🔊 | Are they currently offering any discounts on their products? |
| 🔊 | Is there any possibility of extending the store's hours during the holiday season? |
| 🔊 | Do you mind explaining the process of online ordering? |
Activity
1. Complete the following sentences with the correct form of the requested gerund:
(arrive) late to the meeting.
(learn) a new language.
(go) on vacation next month.
(play) the guitar.
(clean) up after everyone.
(start) the project?
(move) to a different city.
(see) her family during the holidays.
(take) care of the paperwork.
(finish) the assignment on time.
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