Ara
Infinitive
What is an "infinitive"?
An infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by the word "to." It is not limited by tense or subject, allowing it to function in various ways within a sentence. Infinitives can act as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs. For example, in the sentence "I want to read," the phrase "to read" is an infinitive acting as the object of the verb "want." Infinitives are important for expressing intentions, desires, or actions, and they help convey meaning in a flexible manner within sentences.
infinitive
n
infinite
adj
finite
adj
infinitival
adj
infinitival
adj
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Infinitives are versatile and can be used in various grammatical constructions to express different meanings and functions.
Non-finite verbs are often used as infinitives or gerunds.