Cet article présente Gérondifs et infinitifs pour les élèves A2. L idée principale est de comprendre la règle avant de répondre : Some verbs are followed by gerunds, some by infinitives, and some can take both with a change in meaning.. Observe d abord Gérondifs, puis compare les exemples corrects avec de vraies erreurs. Tu verras aussi pourquoi This sentence use the grammar wrong. devient This sentence uses the grammar correctly.. À la fin, pratique avec tes propres phrases pour utiliser la règle en anglais avec contrôle, pas seulement par traduction.
Gérondifs et infinitifs
Idée principale
Idée principale 1
Gérondifs et infinitifs commence par une idée simple : chaque mot a une fonction dans la phrase. Lis l idée dans ta langue, puis observe l exemple anglais.
Verb patterns explain what form comes after a verb: gerund, infinitive, object plus infinitive, preposition plus gerund, or a clause.
Idée principale 2
Gérondifs et infinitifs n est pas étudié comme une longue théorie. Ici, c est un outil pour reconnaître la forme anglaise et construire des phrases simples avec moins d erreurs.
Gerunds vs Infinitives Explained looks specifically at gerunds vs infinitives. At this level, the goal is to connect basic grammar with longer speaking and writing tasks.
Idée principale 3
Pendant la lecture de Gérondifs et infinitifs, garde cette question en tête : Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?. Elle t aide à relier la règle au sens.
As you read, keep one question in mind: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change? This question will help you connect the rule to meaning instead of memorizing the form alone.
Idée principale 4
Ce détail appartient à Gérondifs et infinitifs. Lis-le comme une explication du sens, puis utilise le texte anglais ci-dessous comme référence pour pratiquer.
You will see verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both, then practice the topic through corrections, short tasks, and a final review.
Règles et détails
Point 1: Gérondifs
Un gérondif est une forme verb-ing utilisée comme un nom : elle peut être sujet, complément ou venir après une préposition.
Règle en anglais
Gerunds
A gerund is a verb-ing form used like a noun.
Exemples à observer
La phrase Swimming is healthy. montre Gérondifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
Swimming is healthy.
La phrase I enjoy reading. montre Gérondifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
I enjoy reading.
La phrase She is good at explaining ideas. montre Gérondifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
She is good at explaining ideas.
Point 2: Infinitifs
L infinitif est to plus la base verbale. Il peut montrer le but, le projet, le désir, le besoin ou le résultat.
Règle en anglais
Infinitives
An infinitive is to plus the base verb. It can show purpose, plan, desire, or result.
Exemples à observer
La phrase I want to learn. montre Infinitifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
I want to learn.
La phrase She came to help. montre Infinitifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
She came to help.
La phrase It is easy to understand. montre Infinitifs. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
It is easy to understand.
Point 3: Changements de sens
Certains verbes acceptent le gérondif et l infinitif, mais le sens change. Il faut donc apprendre le modèle avec le verbe, pas seulement le traduire.
Règle en anglais
Meaning Changes
Some verbs can take both forms, but the meaning changes.
Exemples à observer
La phrase I stopped smoking means I quit. montre Changements de sens. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
I stopped smoking means I quit.
La phrase I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke. montre Changements de sens. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke.
La phrase Remember to call means do not forget the future action. montre Changements de sens. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
Remember to call means do not forget the future action.
Point 4: Point de comparaison
Ce sujet est utile parce que beaucoup d apprenants connaissent les deux formes séparément, mais hésitent quand ils doivent choisir.
Règle en anglais
Comparison Focus
This topic is especially useful because learners often know both forms separately but feel unsure when choosing between them.
Exemples à observer
La phrase Compare meaning first. montre Point de comparaison. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
Compare meaning first.
La phrase Then compare grammar pattern. montre Point de comparaison. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
Then compare grammar pattern.
La phrase Finally compare tone and context. montre Point de comparaison. Cherche le mot principal et observe sa position dans la phrase.
Finally compare tone and context.
Exemples avec explication
Exemple en anglais 1: Modèle principal
Cet exemple appartient à Modèle principal. La partie importante est Swimming is healthy. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Swimming is healthy.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase Swimming is healthy. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 2: Utilisation naturelle
Cet exemple appartient à Utilisation naturelle. La partie importante est I enjoy reading. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
I enjoy reading.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase I enjoy reading. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 3: Vérification du sens
Cet exemple appartient à Vérification du sens. La partie importante est She is good at explaining ideas. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
She is good at explaining ideas.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase She is good at explaining ideas. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 4: Anglais quotidien
Cet exemple appartient à Anglais quotidien. La partie importante est I want to learn. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
I want to learn.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase I want to learn. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 5: Écriture soignée
Cet exemple appartient à Écriture soignée. La partie importante est She came to help. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
She came to help.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase She came to help. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 6: Forme de question
Cet exemple appartient à Forme de question. La partie importante est It is easy to understand. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
It is easy to understand.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase It is easy to understand. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 7: Style formel
Cet exemple appartient à Style formel. La partie importante est I stopped smoking means I quit. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
I stopped smoking means I quit.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase I stopped smoking means I quit. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Exemple en anglais 8: Phrase de révision
Cet exemple appartient à Phrase de révision. La partie importante est I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke. ; observe sa position et demande pourquoi elle fonctionne dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke.
Ce que cela signifie
La phrase I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke. montre comment Gérondifs et infinitifs fonctionne dans une vraie phrase. Observe le mot clé et sa position.
Erreurs et corrections
Erreur 1
Dans Gérondifs et infinitifs, la forme This sentence use the grammar wrong. ne fonctionne pas ici. La forme correcte est This sentence uses the grammar correctly.. Vérifie l accord sujet-verbe et la forme du mot.
Erreur
This sentence use the grammar wrong.
Correction
This sentence uses the grammar correctly.
Pourquoi cela change
Vérifie l accord sujet-verbe et la forme du mot.
Check subject-verb agreement and word form.
Erreur 2
Dans Gérondifs et infinitifs, la forme I not understand the rule. ne fonctionne pas ici. La forme correcte est I do not understand the rule.. Dans les phrases négatives, utilise le bon auxiliaire avant la négation.
Erreur
I not understand the rule.
Correction
I do not understand the rule.
Pourquoi cela change
Dans les phrases négatives, utilise le bon auxiliaire avant la négation.
Use the correct auxiliary in negative sentences.
Erreur 3
Dans Gérondifs et infinitifs, la forme The meaning is not clear because word order. ne fonctionne pas ici. La forme correcte est The meaning is not clear because of the word order.. Vérifie s il manque une préposition ou un connecteur.
Erreur
The meaning is not clear because word order.
Correction
The meaning is not clear because of the word order.
Pourquoi cela change
Vérifie s il manque une préposition ou un connecteur.
Check missing prepositions and connectors.
Pratique
Tâche 1
La tâche Make two columns: verbs followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives. entraîne Gérondifs et infinitifs. Lis la consigne anglaise et fais la réponse en anglais.
But de la tâche
Make two columns: verbs followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives.
Tâche 2
La tâche Underline the words that prove the sentence uses gerunds vs infinitives. te fait marquer les mots qui prouvent l utilisation de Gérondifs et infinitifs.
But de la tâche
Underline the words that prove the sentence uses gerunds vs infinitives.
Tâche 3
La tâche Rewrite two examples so they test this question: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change? te demande de réécrire des exemples pour vérifier que tu comprends la question centrale de Gérondifs et infinitifs.
But de la tâche
Rewrite two examples so they test this question: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Tâche 4
La tâche Find one real sentence online or in a book that shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both. t amène à trouver une vraie phrase et observer où apparaît Gérondifs et infinitifs.
But de la tâche
Find one real sentence online or in a book that shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Tâche 5
La tâche Write a short note explaining how gerunds vs infinitives changes the meaning of the sentence. te demande d expliquer le sens, pas seulement de répéter la forme.
But de la tâche
Write a short note explaining how gerunds vs infinitives changes the meaning of the sentence.
Mini-test
Mini-test 1
Cette question révise l idée centrale de Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Question originale
What is the key question for Gerunds vs Infinitives Explained?
Réponse originale
C est la question centrale de l article. Utilise-la pour décider si l exemple pratique vraiment Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Mini-test 2
Choisis l exemple qui montre le plus clairement la règle de Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Question originale
Choose the best example sentence from the lesson.
Réponse originale
C est une réponse modèle en anglais. Observe la forme, l ordre des mots et le mot qui montre Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Swimming is healthy.
Mini-test 3
Ici, tu dois retenir la règle principale, pas seulement un mot isolé.
Question originale
What should you remember about gerunds vs infinitives?
Réponse originale
La réponse anglaise se trouve ci-dessous. Lis-la comme modèle et vérifie qu elle correspond à Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Some verbs are followed by gerunds, some by infinitives, and some can take both with a change in meaning.
Mini-test 4
Cherche l erreur qui change la forme correcte dans Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Question originale
What is one common mistake learners should avoid?
Réponse originale
C est la forme incorrecte à reconnaître. Compare-la avec la correction dans la section des erreurs.
This sentence use the grammar wrong.
Mini-test 5
Écris ta propre phrase qui utilise Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Question originale
Write your own sentence that shows gerunds vs infinitives.
Réponse originale
La réponse peut varier, mais elle doit montrer Gérondifs et infinitifs avec une forme anglaise correcte et un sens clair.
Answers will vary, but the sentence should show gerunds vs infinitives clearly and follow the rule.
Révision finale
Pour terminer Gérondifs et infinitifs, révise la règle, un exemple correct et une erreur à éviter.
Trouve dans la phrase la partie qui montre Gérondifs et infinitifs.
Find the part of the sentence that uses gerunds vs infinitives.
Vérifie que la forme grammaticale correspond au sens.
Check whether the grammar form matches the meaning.
Compare ta phrase avec un modèle correct avant de terminer.
Compare your sentence with one correct example from the article.
Texte original en anglais
Elementary Grammar A2
Gerunds vs Infinitives Explained
In this article, Elementary Grammar A2 learners study gerunds vs infinitives.
You will learn how to choose between verb-ing and to plus base verb after another word.
The key question is: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
The main rule to remember is: Some verbs are followed by gerunds, some by infinitives, and some can take both with a change in meaning.
You will study verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
By the end, you should be able to avoid common verb-pattern mistakes after enjoy, want, stop, remember, and try.
Overview
Verb patterns explain what form comes after a verb: gerund, infinitive, object plus infinitive, preposition plus gerund, or a clause.
Gerunds vs Infinitives Explained looks specifically at gerunds vs infinitives. At this level, the goal is to connect basic grammar with longer speaking and writing tasks.
As you read, keep one question in mind: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change? This question will help you connect the rule to meaning instead of memorizing the form alone.
You will see verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both, then practice the topic through corrections, short tasks, and a final review.
Some verbs are followed by gerunds, some by infinitives, and some can take both with a change in meaning.
Rules And Explanation
This section breaks gerunds vs infinitives into practical rules. Read each rule, study the examples, and notice how the form supports the meaning.
Gerunds
A gerund is a verb-ing form used like a noun.
Swimming is healthy.
I enjoy reading.
She is good at explaining ideas.
Infinitives
An infinitive is to plus the base verb. It can show purpose, plan, desire, or result.
I want to learn.
She came to help.
It is easy to understand.
Meaning Changes
Some verbs can take both forms, but the meaning changes.
I stopped smoking means I quit.
I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke.
Remember to call means do not forget the future action.
Comparison Focus
This topic is especially useful because learners often know both forms separately but feel unsure when choosing between them.
Compare meaning first.
Then compare grammar pattern.
Finally compare tone and context.
Learning tip: Keep checking this question as you read: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Detailed Examples
The examples below focus on gerunds vs infinitives. Read the sentence, then read the note so you can see why the grammar choice works.
Use
Example
Why It Works
Core pattern
Swimming is healthy.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Natural use
I enjoy reading.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Meaning check
She is good at explaining ideas.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Daily English
I want to learn.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Careful writing
She came to help.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Question form
It is easy to understand.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Formal style
I stopped smoking means I quit.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Review sentence
I stopped to smoke means I paused in order to smoke.
This example connects to gerunds vs infinitives and shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
How This Grammar Works In Context
Gerunds vs infinitives becomes more useful when it appears inside connected writing, not only in isolated examples. Try using the topic in a short message, a description, a comparison, or an explanation.
A strong example should answer the article question: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change? If your sentence answers that question, the grammar is doing real work.
Common Mistakes
These mistakes show what can go wrong with gerunds vs infinitives. Compare the wrong sentence, the correction, and the reason before you write your own examples.
Common Mistake
Correction
Why
This sentence use the grammar wrong.
This sentence uses the grammar correctly.
Check subject-verb agreement and word form.
I not understand the rule.
I do not understand the rule.
Use the correct auxiliary in negative sentences.
The meaning is not clear because word order.
The meaning is not clear because of the word order.
Check missing prepositions and connectors.
How To Correct Your Own Sentence
Find the main grammar structure in the sentence.
Check the words before and after the structure.
Ask whether the meaning matches the grammar form.
Read the sentence aloud and listen for missing words.
Compare your sentence with one correct model sentence from this article.
Practice Exercises
Use these exercises after reading the article. They are designed around gerunds vs infinitives, so each task should help you use the topic in a specific way.
Make two columns: verbs followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives.
Underline the words that prove the sentence uses gerunds vs infinitives.
Rewrite two examples so they test this question: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Find one real sentence online or in a book that shows verbs followed by gerunds, verbs followed by infinitives, and verbs that allow both.
Write a short note explaining how gerunds vs infinitives changes the meaning of the sentence.
Writing Challenge
Write a short paragraph of five to seven sentences that includes gerunds vs infinitives. After writing, highlight the grammar pattern and explain how it answers this question: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Short Quiz
Answer these questions to check whether you can recognize and use gerunds vs infinitives without relying only on memory.
What is the key question for Gerunds vs Infinitives Explained?
Choose the best example sentence from the lesson.
What should you remember about gerunds vs infinitives?
What is one common mistake learners should avoid?
Write your own sentence that shows gerunds vs infinitives.
Answer Key
Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
Swimming is healthy.
Some verbs are followed by gerunds, some by infinitives, and some can take both with a change in meaning.
This sentence use the grammar wrong.
Answers will vary, but the sentence should show gerunds vs infinitives clearly and follow the rule.
Related Grammar Articles
These related articles connect naturally with gerunds vs infinitives and help you build the next layer of grammar control.
This topic is useful because it helps you make a specific grammar choice instead of relying on translation or habit.
Before you leave this article, check whether you can answer this question clearly: Does this first verb need a gerund, an infinitive, or either form with a meaning change?
If the answer feels automatic, try using gerunds vs infinitives in a new sentence about your own life, work, studies, or opinions.
Your Final Checklist
Find the part of the sentence that uses gerunds vs infinitives.
Check whether the grammar form matches the meaning.
Compare your sentence with one correct example from the article.
Next step: Make two columns: verbs followed by gerunds and verbs followed by infinitives.