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Which sentence contains a gerund phrase A Eating ice cream on a windy day can be a messy experience if you have long hair B If you have long hair and eat ice cream it can be a messy experience?
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Does the sentence scientists studied the trapping of gas in the atmosphere has a gerund of gerund phrase that functions as the direct object of the sentence?
YesThe gerund is trapping. The phrase is the trapping of gas. Yes it is the direct object.
How is the gerund used in the sentence?
A gerund functions as a noun, as the subject of a sentence or a clause, and as the object of a verb or a preposition. Examples:Fishing is my dad's hobby. (subject of the sentence)I need the workout that swimming provides. (subject of the relative clause)We enjoyed the dancing in the parade. (direct object of the verb 'enjoyed')He'll need new shoes for running. (object of the preposition 'for')
What is the function of the gerund phrase in this sentence By using common sense Austin will make the right choice?
Object of Preposition
How use a gerund as noun?
A gerund is the present participle (the -ing form) of a verb.A gerund is used the same as a noun, as the subject of a sentence or a clause, and as the object of a verb or a preposition.Examples:Dancing helps keep me in shape. (subject of the sentence)The exercise that dancing provides keeps me fit. (subject of the relative clause)I began dancing at the age of six. (direct object of the verb 'began')I always make time for dancing. (object of the preposition 'for')
What is abstract noun to fool?
The abstract noun form of the verb "to fool" is the gerund, fooling, a word for a concept.
Does the following sentence form a gerund phrase The laughing boy sat down?
No, the sentence does not contain (or form) a gerund phrase.A gerund is a verb in -ing form acting as a noun.Gerunds can be subjects, objects, or objects of prepositions.Examples of gerunds and gerund phrases as subjects:Eating is fun. (gerund)Eating spinach is good for you. (gerund phrase)Eating while driving can be dangerous. (gerund phrase)Your example above is the verb -ing form used as an adjective. (Laughing describes boy.)Therefore, it is a participial adjective, not a gerund.
Is the phrase winning the race demanded speed and endurance a gerund phrase?
The first part of the sentence, "winning the race", is a gerund phrase, and "winning" is the gerund. "Winning the race demanded speed and endurance" is an entire sentence, because it contains a subject (the gerund phrase) and a verb (demanded).
Is the use of a gerund beginning a sentence acceptable?
Using a gerund at the beginning of a sentence is perfectly acceptable.
Are gerund phrase considered as sentence?
A gerund phrase is not considered a sentence. See below: waiting for the bus (a gerund phrase, not a complete sentence) While waiting for the bus, I like to listen to music. (complete sentence)
What is function of gerund?
Gerunds function as nouns in a sentence, representing activities or actions as subjects, objects, or complements. They are formed by adding the suffix "-ing" to a verb.
What are the function of gerund and gerund phrase?
A gerund begins with a verb and a -ing after the verb.A gerund phrase is a phrase that includes the gerund and the rest of the sentence.
Which word in the sentence is a gerund?
The word within the word gerund is under.
What is the gerund or gerund phrase in the sentence Driving carelessly increases the likelihood of an accident?
The gerund is "Driving" and the gerund phrase is "Driving carelessly".
What is the function of the gerund phrase in the sentence Crying about our problems will not solve them?
In that sentence, "crying" functions as a noun.
Is a sentence contains one main clause and one or more subordinate clauses joined by a subordinating conjunction?
A sentence is a group of words that express a complete thought. You may be refering to a gerund phrase.
What is the function of the gerund in the sentence laughing is good for a person?
Gerunds are used as nouns. In this case, the gerund (laughing) is the subject of the sentence.
When do you know if the sentence has a gerund of gerund phrase?
well if its good of course lolss
