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Lo que aprenderás en el Curso de Inglés Intermedio B1: Palabras Interrogativas y Propósitos
Combinaciones, cantidades y comparaciones en inglés
Capítulo I
Verbos frasales y preposicionales con infinitivos y gerundios en inglés
Combinaciones de verbos con "ing" en inglés
Cómo usar "little", "a little", "few" y "a few"
Diferencias entre "except (for)" y "apart from"
Quiz: Combinaciones, cantidades y comparaciones en inglés
Tiempos y formas verbales en inglés
Capítulo II
Pasado continuo en estados pasados en inglés
Cómo usar "such a/an" con adjetivos
Cómo usar "such" con sustantivos masivos
Expresar preferencias usando "would rather"
Cómo usar "would" para hablar de hábitos y rutinas pasadas
Expresar verdades generales usando "could"
Quiz: Tiempos y formas verbales en inglés
Propósitos e intenciones en inglés
Capítulo III
Preguntas usando palabras con "wh" seguidas de verbos en inglés
Cómo usar "as" para referirse a un trabajo o propósito
Cómo usar "in order to"
Expresar propósitos usando "plan", "intend" y "mean to"
Quiz: Propósitos e intenciones en inglés
Voz pasiva y prohibición en inglés
Capítulo IV
Cómo usar el presente perfecto pasivo con "yet"
Cómo usar el presente perfecto pasivo con "just" y "already"
Expresar prohibición usando "(not) allowed to" y "permitted to"
Cómo usar "may not"
Hablar de posibilidades pasadas usando "could(n't) have"
Quiz: Voz pasiva y prohibición en inglés
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Verb-plus-verb combinations with the -ing form are a valuable resource in learning English, especially for achieving a more natural and fluent level of expression. Native speakers often use these combinations to create more complex and beautiful sentences. Sound interesting? Let's delve into this crucial topic for mastering the subtleties of English.
In English, two-verb combinations are used where the second verb appears in the -ing form. This type of structure helps to express actions in a more detailed and complex way. Some common examples include:
As you can see, the second verb always appears in the -ing form. This grammatical pattern will allow you to give a special touch to your expressions.
By using everyday examples, we can see how these combinations enrich the English expression:
He stopped working on his music project: This indicates that someone is no longer continuing with that activity.
He kept playing the piano until 4 a.m.: This suggests persistence in an activity, perhaps against the patience of his neighbors.
I considered making a second trip to Europe: Here an intention or thought is expressed, not necessarily carried out yet.
I want to avoid making the trip harder than necessary: Shows a desire to prevent difficulties in a future activity.
These sentences not only show the proper structure, but also how to introduce nuances of meaning.
Now it's your turn to practice. Try writing sentences using verb-plus-verb combinations with the -ing form. Be creative and add context to them. Here are some ideas to get you started:
A good practice is to write a short paragraph using at least five different combinations. Use tools like ChatGPT to review your sentences and improve the accuracy of your grammar.
Remember, constant practice will get you closer and closer to being a fluent and confident English speaker - there's no limit to what you can achieve!
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Questions 11
We combine multiple verbs with the second verb in -ing form to create a more complex sense of self-expression.
Stop working.
Keep playing.
Consider doing.
Avoid making.
Stop playing.
Suggested going.
Finish doing.
“Combinations of verbs with “ing” in English”
I STOPPED WORKING BECAUSE OF THE LOUD NOISE. I TOLD MY BOYFRIEND TO AVOID MAKING NOISE, BUT HE CONTINUED PLAYING THE DRUMS. I SUGGESTED HE LEAVE, BUT HE DECIDED TO CONTINUE PLAYING HER INSTRUMENT. IN THE END I COULDN’T FINISH MY WORK.
On Monday, I wanted to have a high-protein breakfast; however, I felt too lazy to prepare it. So, my partner suggested buying it through a delivery app. I thought it was a great idea! Then, I opened the app but ended up preparing protein pancakes at home since restaurants were closed. I started collecting all the materials needed. After that, I continued putting all the ingredients in the blender. Later, I poured the mixture into a hot pan to cook each pancake. I finished adding fruits and Greek yogurt over my pancakes to enjoy them. It was delicious!
Last weekend, Maria and I were at home. Suddenly, Maria told me, “Hey, let’s go exercise at the park,” but I was so tired because the previous night I had worked for hours. I didn’t stop working until I finished the main job project. So I told her, “Sorry, honey, but I can’t. I’m exhausted. But do you consider watching a movie at home with me? What about keeping resting in the afternoon?” She answered me, “Meh, okay. But next time, we will go trekking in the forest.” “It’s a deal,” I said to her.
i was in my job this morning, at nine o’clock i had to stop working because the supervisor told us that they need to make a revision to avoid having failures during the procces, he suggested going to take a brunch while they kept making the revision. when they finished doing the revision they told us that the machines was working well and i came back to my work area
my task
thanks to read =D
I stopped working at 1 a.m. because I was tired
We considered going to a party tomorrow
She has finished playing with his friend
He avoids making some tests
They keep playing until 3 am
I have to stop learning without putting into action what I learn, because it’s like trying to satisfy hunger by just looking at the menu. If you keep staying in the same place, within your comfort zone, you won’t make progress. So, confront your challenges and keep fighting.
For five years, Rachell and Dalia saved enough money to buy a car. When they saw over fifty thousand dollars in the savings account, they realized it was time to stop saving more money and go looking for options.
They decided to schedule a visit to a car dealer for Sunday when they’ll have a lot of time to spend watching nice cars. Once there, they fell in love with a white Chevrolet Camaro, which was bought immediately by them.
After buying the car, they went shopping for some groceries at a local supermarket near their house, surprising every person who looked at that beautiful car. One neighbor asked: “Is that your new car? I love it” to which Dalia answered: “Yes, it is”, followed by Rachell’s comment: “By the way, we should start searching for a garage, we don’t have one”.
My version: Julia just stopped working in the office when she started thinking and finally considered doing something funny. “Why did I stop playing in the park?” she thought. From that day, she started to avoid doing her job and was fired.
Chat GPT correction: Julia had recently quit working in the office when she began contemplating and ultimately contemplated pursuing something amusing. “Why did I cease playing in the park?” she pondered. Ever since that day, she commenced avoiding accomplishing her tasks and subsequently lost her job.
I did suggested doing a family day, but all say me avoid doing this shalls because they’re very ocupaded in their works, my auncle we say , “yours must stopped to thougth in all responsabilities” and start doing more excercise and relaxed plans. This day we’re decided planning a vacation in group and give gifting better days to our Families.
I stopped working because of the loud noise. I told my sister to avoid making noise, but she kept playing the flute. I suggested her going outside, but she decided to continue playing her instrument. In the end, I could not finish my work.
I blew a fuse because no one wanted to go to the park with me, the last weekend
(it just kidding jajajajajaj)
My uncle doesn’t stop working. His children keep playing all day. They don’t study. I suggested going to a park and not stopping learning.
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