Verb + to or Verb + -ing

What are we learning today?

You will learn which verbs are followed by "to + verb" and which are followed by "-ing".

Explanation

• After want, would like, hope, need and decide, use "to + verb".
• After enjoy, finish and stop, use the "-ing" form.
• After "going to" and "will", use the base form only.
• With "like" and "love", you can use either form at this level.

Examples

1. I want to be a pilot.
2. I enjoy learning new things.
3. I'd like to be an artist because I love drawing.

Remember!

• Say "enjoy swimming", not "enjoy to swim".
• Say "want to go", not "want going".

Check yourself

1. Choose: I enjoy (to swim / swimming).
2. Complete: He hopes ___ (study) Medicine.