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infinitive

Prononciation : [ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv]

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Contexte : « grammar »

(noun) a basic form of a verb that often starts with 'to.' It doesn't show who is doing the action or when it is happening. We use it to talk about actions in a general way, like saying 'to run' or 'to eat.'

Exemple

I want to play outside after school.

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She doesn't like to swim in cold water.

Exemple

What do you prefer to do on weekends?

Contexte : « linguistics »

(noun) the form of a verb that can be used in sentences to express desires, intentions, or actions. Often it can help to explain what someone wants to do, like saying 'I need to study.'

Exemple

He hopes to travel around the world next summer.

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They don't plan to attend the meeting.

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What do you want to learn this year?

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