Advanced Uses of Infinitives with 'To'

This page explores more complex applications of the to-infinitive englisch, focusing on its use after superlatives and in verb + object constructions. These advanced uses are crucial for developing more sophisticated English language skills.

Infinitives with 'To' After Superlatives

The guide demonstrates how infinitives with 'to' can replace relative clauses after superlatives and similar expressions:

1. "You are the first person who has said that." becomes "You are the first (person) to say that."
2. "I was the only one who ordered meat." becomes "I was the only one to order meat."
3. "That's the worst thing you can do." becomes "That's the worst thing to do!"

Highlight: After expressions like 'the first', 'the last', 'the only one', and superlatives (e.g., 'the worst thing', 'the most important thing'), the infinitive with 'to' can replace a relative clause, making the sentence more concise.

Infinitives with 'To' After Verb + Object

The guide also covers the use of infinitives in verb + object + infinitive constructions:

"Henry and Tyler want people to think about sweatshops and child labor." "They would like them to join their protest at the mall." "Scott and Eva expect Matt to ignore them."

Example: "Scott and Eva want me to drop Henry and Tyler." This sentence demonstrates how 'want' is followed by an object and then an infinitive with 'to', rather than a 'that' clause.

Vocabulary: Verbs that can be followed by object + infinitive with 'to' include: ask (to request), expect, prefer, tell, warn, want, would like.

These Infinitive constructions Übungen help students practice and master these more complex grammatical structures, enhancing their ability to express nuanced ideas in English.

Understanding the Infinitive in English Grammar

The infinitive is a fundamental concept in English grammar, representing the base form of a verb. This page introduces the two types of infinitives in English: those with 'to' and those without 'to'. The Infinitiv Englisch liste includes examples such as 'to be', 'to play', and 'to see' for infinitives with 'to', and 'be', 'play', and 'see' for infinitives without 'to'.

Definition: The infinitive is the basic form of a verb in English, typically preceded by 'to' but sometimes used without it.

The usage of infinitives is governed by specific rules:

1. Infinitives with 'to' are used after numerous verbs, adjectives, and nouns.
2. Infinitives without 'to' are primarily used after auxiliary verbs (can, must, should) and certain other verbs like 'let' or 'make' followed by an object.

Example: "Would you like to watch the movie on TV this evening?" (infinitive with 'to')

Example: "I can play the guitar." (infinitive without 'to' after modal verb)

The guide categorizes verbs that are followed by the infinitive with 'to' into three main groups:

1. Verbs expressing wishes and intentions (e.g., want, hope, decide, expect)
2. Verbs indicating preferences in specific situations (e.g., choose, prefer)
3. Verbs denoting attempts or efforts (e.g., try, learn, manage)

Highlight: Understanding when to use infinitives with or without 'to' is crucial for constructing grammatically correct sentences in English.