0
An infinitive is the "to" version of a verb, which is referenced but not conjugated.
It is normally considered "incorrect" to put adverbs between the "to" and the verb (split infinitive) but it is frequently used for literary effect, e.g. ..to boldly go where no man has gone before.
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Wiki User
∙ 15y agowhen a verb has "to" in front of it, it is known as the infinitive e.g. To play To run To jump
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoits a word that has a word with 'to' at the begining
eg
to play
to run
to jump
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoAn infinitive is a verb, usually ending in -re, and translated to...
i.e Ambulabam = I was walking
Ambulare = To walk
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is the difference between a 'bare infinitive' and a 'full infinitive'?
This probably refers to the absence or presence of the infinitive marker "to." In the sentence "I must go" the infinitive ( "go") lacks the marker, while in the sentence "I want to go" the infinitive has it.
You met at the park to run. What role does the infinitive phrase play in this sentence?
The infinitive phrase plays the role of an adverb in this sentence. It tells why you met at the park. In the sentence "You met at the park to run", "to run" is the infinitive phrase.
What is the infinitive in this sentence Sarah loved the sound of the choir at the recital and she decided to audition for the choir in the spring?
The infinitive in this sentence is "to audition."
What is the infinitive phrase in this sentence. Dianne ran away to join the circus.?
The infinitive phrase is "to join the circus" (an adverbial phrase).
Can a sentence end with an infinitive?
Yes, a sentence can end with an infinitive. For example, "I asked him to help."
An infinitive is preceded by the word .?
An infinitive is preceded by the word "to". For example, in the sentence "I like to read," "to read" is the infinitive form of the verb "read."
In which sentence does the underlined adverb clause modify an infinitive?
The underlined adverb clause modifies an infinitive in the sentence: "She arrived early to win the race." In this sentence, "to win the race" is the infinitive phrase, and the adverb clause "early" modifies the purpose or reason for her arrival.
What kind of sentence is it to request something?
infinitive
What is the infinitive phrase in this sentence. Freddie would like to help you.?
The infinitive phrase in the sentence is "to help you". It functions as the direct object of the verb "would like".
What is the infinitive in she used a bookmark to keep her place?
The infinitive in this sentence is "to keep." It is the base form of the verb "keep."
How do you write an infinitive sentence?
dont put a period
What is a infinitive phrase?
"To boldly go where no man has gone before."
