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Like +to+verb or like +gerund?
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Nizarsouth
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Like +to+verb or like +gerund?
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Hi friends! I�d like to ask you about a simpler and clearer explanation of the difference between like +to + verb and like + gerund. Thanks a bunch. |
17 Nov 2024
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KadinLaughlin
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Like + to + verb (infinitive) can express habits, intentions or future actions.
Like + gerund (V-ing) usually expresses general preferences or actions you like to do in general, not necessarily related to the future.
Please refer to the answer on a Merge Fruit. Thanks you! |
17 Nov 2024
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jfaraujo
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Like + to + verb is American English, whereas like + gerund is British English. I think this is the main difference, but maybe a native speaker could be more helpful. |
22 Nov 2024
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VernieGibson
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Like + gerund + tiny fishing: Focuses on enjoyment. Like + to + verb: Focuses on preference or habit, even if not always enjoyable.
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22 Dec 2024
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