The first type of participle is the present participle. The present participle is often referred to as the �-ing � form of the verb.
- The sun was shining so I went for a walk.
- The man speaking English is our teacher.
It is often confused with the gerund which is also casually referred to as the �ing � form of the verb. (See below)
Past participles is the third form of a verb, assuming we learn verbs (especially the irregular verbs) in �V1 base, V2 Past, V3 Past Participle.
� He has flown to Chicago twice.
� That man has lost his keys.
The gerund form of the verb is the �ing � form of the verb. Gerunds are verbs that are used as nouns. In other words, by adding �ing � to any verb you can change that verb into a noun. Gerunds are often used at the beginning of sentences when focusing on activity as the subject of conversation.
� Playing tennis is good for your health, and good fun!
� Listening 10 minutes a day to English will help you improve your understanding of the language.
Hope this helps. Peter
