Advance English Lesson - What is an infinitive? Different functions of an infinitive

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  • @mubashirayaz3557
    @mubashirayaz3557 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you so much Ashish, I understand your lectures better than my professor at university. Your way of speaking..... ohh yeah.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's a huge compliments! I'm glad I'm able to help. Keep learning! ❤️

  • @gha-hg2rj
    @gha-hg2rj ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Indian is always the best in any field. I must say you're a talented person and the channel is disappointingly underrated. I mean, I've listened to American and British grammar lessons, but they failed to deliver them in the same quality you do. I found my treasure channel now and I have to watch each single video, and it would be truly the best invention of my time. I regret I'm not following you since my learning journey, but hey... I catch ya.

  • @PratibhaBhandari-g8f
    @PratibhaBhandari-g8f ปีที่แล้ว +1

    U've made it clear how the infinitive works as a noun or an adj or an adv very clearly. Thanx.

  • @pankajchand5749
    @pankajchand5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best channel to learn about grammar in higher levels. Thank you

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you think so. Stay connected, Pankaj.

    • @pankajchand5749
      @pankajchand5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish thank you sir. I have been learning English for along. I have watched so many videos on youtube but your videos are different than others. The way you teach about grammar is like maths. You prove Everything prove like math while you teach English. Thank you for imparting knowledge globally. I am from Kathmandu, Nepal.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's so kind of you to say. Keep learning and stay connected. 🌸

  • @amitsharmaa9634
    @amitsharmaa9634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1.Let him sit there.
    2.I bade him go out.
    3. I made him do this
    in these clauses, 'Sit' / 'Go' / 'Do' is what ?
    (adj. or noun or adv.)

    • @RAJIVCHAITANYA
      @RAJIVCHAITANYA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am also doubtful in these ones.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch the lesson on bare Infinitives; I have talked about these verbs in there.

  • @RAJIVCHAITANYA
    @RAJIVCHAITANYA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1.I advised him to play cricket.
    2.The letter to have been written by her has been received to me.
    3.I have something to give you.
    In these clauses, what is the grammatical part of 'to play'/ 'to have been written' / 'to give' ?
    (Adj. Or noun Or adv.)

    • @amitsharmaa9634
      @amitsharmaa9634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same questions

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kindly watch my lessons on infinitives and Infinitive phrases.

  • @erickaquinones4114
    @erickaquinones4114 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤ Thanks teacher excellent video 🎉

  • @sanjibganguli3084
    @sanjibganguli3084 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Most Revered sir, being undisputedly the tallest grammarian of this generation, you are earnestly entreated with folded hands to let me know which of the following answers would be the most appropriate one -Question -I have no interest in politics.I must admit it frankly.(Join the sentences using Infinitive) Sir,my probable answers-(A) To admit it frankly, I have no interest in politics (B) To be perfectly frank,i have no interest in politics (C) I have to admit frankly that I have no interest in politics (D)I must admit frankly to have no interest in politics.Respected sir, which of the above answers do you think would be the most appropriate one from the grammatical as well as logical point of view.Sir,This is an academic question of class X standard of West Bengal.Sir, Various school teachers have approached the issue differently.Sir,i have serious doubts about the correctness of the options -C and D , because the verb'admit' is a Gerund taker, and there is a lot of difference between 'have to ' and 'must'.Sir,do please enlighten me about the correctness of this WB board school -level question.I keep awaiting your prized take on this because I always regard you as an authority on English language.

  • @nesandiwickramanayake6737
    @nesandiwickramanayake6737 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you! I was so confused by my homework. This helped a lot. :)

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped! Keep learning and supporting! 🌸

  • @sanatanikhoon5410
    @sanatanikhoon5410 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started watching ur video Co'z i loved ur voice....and i just tried to concentrate on what ur saying...now i watch only ur videos to clarifying my grammar douts😅

  • @ahmedsalaheldin1355
    @ahmedsalaheldin1355 ปีที่แล้ว

    One way to become a better writer is to improve at grammar. Sir could you please analyze this sentence. Thanks in advance.

  • @PratibhaBhandari-g8f
    @PratibhaBhandari-g8f 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    SIr, u said that when it works as a noun in a sentence ,it works as
    1 sub of a sentence
    2 obj of a sentence
    3 sub complement
    However, u have not mentioned that simple infinitive also works as a obj complement.For instance
    I forbade him to enter into my building. Here to enter is a simple infinitive that modifies a personal pronoun him which is an obj of a sentence. Thus, it also works as obj complement in a sentence in my view. What would you suggest, sir? Thanx for the video.

  • @muhammadyameen9760
    @muhammadyameen9760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best Video!
    1.HE IS TO SELL HIS CAR.
    2.THE PARACHUTER WAS ABOUT TO JUMP.
    Please tell the function of to sell & to jump.Thanks.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, brother!
      The verb GOING is implied here.
      He is going to sell his car.
      ABOUT to jump = going to jump soon
      That's what I feel is the case.

    • @muhammadyameen9760
      @muhammadyameen9760 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish
      Thanks a lot for reply.
      To sell is verb complement.
      To jump is object of preposition
      ( about).
      Can an Infinitive be the object of a
      Preposition?
      Please correct me if I'm wrong.
      Please do reply.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome!
      Yes, if we simply look at them, that's what they are. I tried pointing out something that's implied.
      Hope this helps!

  • @bennysebastian5316
    @bennysebastian5316 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bro, love the way you teach. Realy indebted to you. Lots of ❤

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Appreciate the kind words! ❤️

  • @mannybraha8138
    @mannybraha8138 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "She was very happy to see me."
    If the infinitive modifies the adjective, "happy," doesn't it functions as an adverb?
    (since adjectives only modify a noun?)

  • @santhoshb4889
    @santhoshb4889 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir, these r helpfull to competitive exams

  • @Dewaan_writes
    @Dewaan_writes วันที่ผ่านมา

    The coffee is too hot to drink.
    In this sentence the infinite modifies the adjective so it is adverb .
    am i right sir ??

  • @SakibAlwyn-zt2md
    @SakibAlwyn-zt2md ปีที่แล้ว

    Heyy @Ashish can you please tell me if I don't identify the Noun, adjective and adverb then how do I use infinitive and base verbs . For example in your video. He is the guy to meet tomorrow.
    I need a place to live.
    She was very happy to see me.
    The coffee is too hot to drink. I understand these sentences.
    So My question is that there are so many Nouns, adjectives, adverbs so if I don't identify it then how do I use it in a sentence like when I am writing in a sentence or speaking to someone. Thank you!

  • @kathford3346
    @kathford3346 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi can you help me with these? to find their functions..
    1. Take time to read, it is the fountain head of wisdom.
    2. He went to the sea to think about his problem.
    3. I'd like to teach the world to sing.
    4. I am proud to be a Filipino.
    5. She sang a lullaby to make the baby sleep.​

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      to read (adjective)
      to think about his problem (adverb)
      to teach the world (noun), should be singing instead of 'to sing'
      to be a Filipino (adverb)
      to make the baby sleep (adverb)

  • @Muhammad_naumanofficial
    @Muhammad_naumanofficial ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr ashiish...Greetings to u. Why v call it subject as i can see that according to definition of subject it does not seem fit. I mean to see nd to run as a subject??

  • @BECOMEaTYCOON
    @BECOMEaTYCOON 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gajab Ashish Bhai.. ✌️

  • @user-bv4fr5ib3o
    @user-bv4fr5ib3o ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU SO MUCH! This vedio helped me alot!!🥺😄

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad to know this. Keep learning and stay connected! 🌸

  • @dil1469
    @dil1469 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you sir. Your teaching styles are amazing. Pl. Give us another lessons about advance writing....

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you liked it, Anusha! There are a lot of advanced lessons on the channel. Please check them out!

  • @annepuseshadrinaidu4424
    @annepuseshadrinaidu4424 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you sir
    I have a doubt @8.05 minute...
    "I need a place to live."
    here why i need a place = to live..
    so isn't it(to live) working as an adverb?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It works as both in a way. You can call it an adverb as it is the reason of the action, and you can also call it an adjective as it describes what kind of a place you need.
      Hope this helps!

  • @ojlfcargo3724
    @ojlfcargo3724 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for easy to follow lessons. I love them; you are the best. Question regarding the sentence," The coffee is too hot to drink." When an adjective follows a linking verb, it is known as a predicate adjective, which describes the subject. Therefore isn't "to drink" functioning as an ADVERB modifying the adjective HOT? Please clarify. Thank you

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words, Ojlf.
      Yes, TOO HOT is an adverb modifying the adjective HOT. Technically, it is called an adjective complement.

    • @ojlfcargo3724
      @ojlfcargo3724 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish Outstanding! This helps to boost my confidence. Thank you for your prompt reply.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to help!

  • @bharatnengnong6596
    @bharatnengnong6596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank my dear dear sir. You are the best in the world to me.😆😆😆😆

  • @hendan2127
    @hendan2127 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    To judge by the distant appearance of the summit of Snæfell, it would have seemed too steep to ascend on our side.
    ....
    Hello Ashish.
    To judge is working as a noun here??

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Looks like an adverb phrase (the whole phrase)

  • @PratibhaBhandari-g8f
    @PratibhaBhandari-g8f 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about an object complement, sir? Can't infinitive be used as an obj complement? For instance
    I want him to help me. Here to help is a simple infinitive un it gives extra information about the obj. Coz him is an obj of the verb want. Sir,I want clarity. Thanx for the video.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There's a dedicated video on object complements on the channel. Please watch it!

  • @abdulbaqi1290
    @abdulbaqi1290 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice and I am from Pakistan

  • @kieko007
    @kieko007 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    To be happy < does to be infinitive can describe the happy in adjective... because infinitive can be adjective adverb and noun so infinitive describe the happy adjective am i correct so to be happy is a infinitive phrase that can act as a noun and adjective and adverv am i correct. i confuse today if infinitive can describe the happy adjective

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In the phrase 'to be happy', happy is the object of the verb BE. This entire infinitive phrase can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

    • @kieko007
      @kieko007 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@EnglishWithAshish new subscriber here 😊

  • @simmigarg9462
    @simmigarg9462 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is useful to understand about infinitives.
    Thank you!

  • @Ben007-xm7hk
    @Ben007-xm7hk 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you dear sir❤️

  • @amitavabose-6
    @amitavabose-6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.... Thank u for giving us detailed information.... Don't forget to make videos on - Modifiers ( Pre- Modifier , post- modifier ) in great detail . **********

  • @hesamvazife5073
    @hesamvazife5073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello teacher. I hope you are doing well. I've got a question:
    I think that this infinitive works as an adverb. ( adverb of reason ) as well as an adjective.
    I need a place to live.
    Why do I need a place?
    To live.
    Am I correct?
    Thanks a lot.

  • @zainabgull6275
    @zainabgull6275 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have a question sir in the sentence [he called me to borrow some money ] u said it works as an adverb because it answer why did he called [ofcourse to borrow some money] it answer the verb so isnt it the object ? . but it also work as an adverb because it modify the verb and right now im sooo confuse in between object and adverb . plzz answer meee sir

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No. Parts that answer why, when, where, how, how frequently are adverbs, not objects. The object answers what or whom.

  • @malamirasi
    @malamirasi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful ❣️

  • @englishwithnadee4363
    @englishwithnadee4363 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful..

  • @thenewdimension9832
    @thenewdimension9832 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow ,love u 💖💖💖💖.

  • @ashfaqahmad2296
    @ashfaqahmad2296 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Ashish.. please share video regarding to the conditions when we have to use gerunds and infinitives

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a video on that on the channel. Please watch it.

  • @rahul2216
    @rahul2216 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir, infinitive can also act as object complement
    Example : I consider the plan to be unwise.

    • @rahul2216
      @rahul2216 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sir , please tell can it act as object complement

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it can function as an object complement.

  • @rebeccalouise2498
    @rebeccalouise2498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @ghaliaabdulmalik16
    @ghaliaabdulmalik16 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you...
    I want to ask you...
    The infinitive can function as noun modifiers ,verb modifier,and sentence modifier

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It functions as a noun, adjective, and an adverb.

  • @sanajaved4996
    @sanajaved4996 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir every infintive give complete meaning for example I love to eat, i want to swim
    But when we have to write be infintive we must have to use something after it such as
    I want to be doctor , she claims to be genius . Sir iska reason kaya hai?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It depends whether the verb used in the infinitive is transitive or intransitive.
      If it's transitive, we use the object of the verb. If not, we don't use the object but can use a modifier.
      I love to drink coffee.
      I love to sleep.
      I love to make paintings.
      I love to dance in rain.

  • @AsadKhan-yz1oy
    @AsadKhan-yz1oy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir i read this rule we can't use infintive after verb enjoy . won't this same rule follow for passive infintive? because i look a sentence in my book where writer used passive infinitive after enjoy.
    This is a sentence
    People enjoy to be engaged in activities

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use a gerund after ENJOY. Don't use an infinitive.

  • @gitendrakumar1033
    @gitendrakumar1033 ปีที่แล้ว

    very nice sir

  • @dancewithme5743
    @dancewithme5743 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There was nothing for it but to fight .. sir what is the infinitive nd how is used

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TO FIGHT.
      after BUT, we sometimes use an Infinitive to show two contrasting ideas.

  • @amitjain165
    @amitjain165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brother
    You saidd
    I need a place to live
    Why do you need a place ?
    To live
    Isnt it a adverb which qualifies verb need ???.??
    Correct me if m wrng
    Purpose
    Of need ?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're not wrong, brother. Your logic is absolutely correct. Apart from it having an adverbial function, it's defining the adjective too. One thing can play multiple roles too.
      Like a participle phrase, sometimes, do. I hope this helps!

    • @amitjain165
      @amitjain165 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish brother
      Fir justify kese karenge
      Or koi 2-4 examples do na
      Ese to bhot confusion h
      Can u ggive me your no. So i can consult with u
      About thiS
      If Not
      Then I give you u can contact me
      If u cant provide no. Thn
      M preparing for exam n
      Its very Long time . That i have this confusion
      I think i can consult So
      May be Views s kuc pta chal jaye

  • @Krucezam
    @Krucezam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful lesson. Clear so many doubts but it creates a few too. For ex. can i use gerund as subject complement in place of infinitive and will its meaning remain same

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, they can be used interchangeably.
      But some words take an Infinitive and some take a gerund. You have to observe this.

  • @pankajKumar-lt2pv
    @pankajKumar-lt2pv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want _to play_ cricket
    Bheia ye adjective k Tarah use hora ha ky,,..?
    And one more question..
    _Paying_ cricket is my hooby
    Is this a present participle?
    Hnn or 1k chij bhejia
    Rohan gave me a book *which was yours* ye ky adj clause k Tarah use hora ha?
    😀Thanks in advance agr Apne reply Kia to

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, Pankaj!
      1. To play cricket is the object of the verb want. (Infinitive: noun)
      2. Playing cricket is s gerund phrase. (Subject: noun)
      3. This is correct. It's an adjective clause.
      Hope it helps! Keep learning, bhai! ❤️

    • @pankajKumar-lt2pv
      @pankajKumar-lt2pv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish nhi nhi bheia 2no. Me _ playing cricket is my hooby_ ( ye participle ha ya gerund ha)phrase k bare me nhi puchrha hu qki book me( crying child disturbs us) 1k participle Ka example dia gya ha please reply as soon as possible

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bataya to gerund hai... I mentioned it in the answer

  • @mallinathkhajurgi5406
    @mallinathkhajurgi5406 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice

  • @BECOMEaTYCOON
    @BECOMEaTYCOON 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a Query, in which, i got confused. Actually! I Couldn't understand the difference between Infinitive Object type and Infinitive Adjective. Such as ,I want to Cook and I need a place to live.
    Please Clarify ..

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Infinitives as nouns work as nouns; you can replace them with other nouns/pronouns. And Infinitives as adjectives or adverbs modify nouns or verbs.

    • @BECOMEaTYCOON
      @BECOMEaTYCOON 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I see.. ✌️ Thank you...

  • @abdulwahabkhaskhali2469
    @abdulwahabkhaskhali2469 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir I am confused, Among non -finite verbs, The infinitives sometimes act as Adjective Adverb and other part of speech. So in such cases, can we convert infinitives in passive? It is mind-boggling for me, please clear it.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. I have explained the forms of Infinitives in a video. Check it out.

  • @saraibrahim8238
    @saraibrahim8238 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you this is so great. But I need to ask
    This question “The cafe is big enough to host a small meeting” the function of (to host) is modifier of (enough) ???

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are welcome, Sara!
      Yes, In your example, the infinitive "to host" is working as a modifier. It is modifying the adjective ENOUGH, giving more clarity about it. It is big enough in terms of hosting a small meeting.

    • @saraibrahim8238
      @saraibrahim8238 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      English With Ashish okay , Thank you.

  • @miarintsoaandyravelombolan9784
    @miarintsoaandyravelombolan9784 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos is very helpful but i have some questions about : what is the different between gerund as subject complement and infinitive as subject complement , and can gerund have function as adjectives ? Thank you.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Andy! I hope you got your answers.

  • @mahesh2160
    @mahesh2160 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    can infinitive be a preposition object?

  • @AmanSingh-xb5bn
    @AmanSingh-xb5bn 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice..

  • @jyotiprajapati7649
    @jyotiprajapati7649 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for making this video.... It is very detailed lesson, and I learnt a lot of new things in it. Keep it up! 💞☺

  • @Deepaulakh720
    @Deepaulakh720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    9:14 She was very happy to see me. Sir,Why is it an adjective not an adverb?
    In my opinion, it should be an adverb as it acts as an adverb describing the adjective Happy.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's an adverb. Did I mention it an adjective in the lesson? 🤔

    • @Deepaulakh720
      @Deepaulakh720 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish yes you did😌

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Apologies for that! 😣

  • @gitendrakumar1033
    @gitendrakumar1033 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks bro

  • @mohammadrahman9285
    @mohammadrahman9285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hats off to you sir
    But sir what is the exact difinition for infinitive,we say to plus verb is called infinitive,so if we say he tried to learn english» to try is infinitive
    But there are some infinitives without (to) i don't know how

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Rehman.
      Visit my website for detailed explanation and more examples.
      www.englishwithashish.com

    • @mohammadrahman9285
      @mohammadrahman9285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok I will

    • @mohammadrahman9285
      @mohammadrahman9285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sir i saw there is nothing related to infinitive if you could answer please
      Reply me In comment

  • @kashifmehdi5774
    @kashifmehdi5774 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video,
    'Respect is to earn, not to seek',
    Which infinitive is this?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Noor!
      To earn - subject complement
      Not to seek - negative Infinitive
      Here's my second channel where I teach English through Hindi: th-cam.com/channels/cVmLWFdOpMD4jRsCW3CsaA.html

  • @ankurseth6739
    @ankurseth6739 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sentence --> Infinitives are the easiest verbals to learn.
    'verbals' = predicate noun
    'to learn' is infinitive. What is the role played by it ? Is it modifying the word 'verbals' or 'easiest' ?

  • @SumanDas-bf6gt
    @SumanDas-bf6gt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lina gave me an interesting book to read .
    Ramesh booked a cab to go to Delhi .
    here why lina gave me book?? to read (answer of why to verb)
    why he booked a cab?? to go (reply of why to verb )
    but "to go" is adv. so "to read" adj. why??
    i am confused .

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're absolutely logical in your questions, Suman.
      These Infinitive phrases are modifying both the verb and the noun.
      Let's follow this:
      If an Infinitive follows a noun, it modifies it and works as an adjective. But it doesn't, it probably modifies a verb undoubtedly.
      She is calling me (to return my money). (Adverb)
      They need a place to live. (Adjective, modifiers the noun PLACE. Yes, it does seem to be modifying the verb too. But go with what I wrote above.)

    • @kashifmehdi5774
      @kashifmehdi5774 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish what about,
      I told you to wait
      I want ahmed to clean the room
      I would like it to rain today
      I need you to help me out
      I would like you to come and visit me
      Sir, these are 'adjective infiniteves or 'adverb infinitives'.
      Totally getting confused 😖

    • @midhumidhun8721
      @midhumidhun8721 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kashifmehdi5774 please

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      These are working as nouns, direct objects. Smile please! ☺️

  • @sampadkumarbehera5312
    @sampadkumarbehera5312 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the sentence 'He is to go aboard next year.' the infinitive phrase functions as what ?
    1)Object
    2)Subject complement
    3)Adjucnt

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a very interesting question, Sampad!
      2) It can't be the subject complement. He = to go
      Why? A person cannot be an action.
      3) It can't be adjunct too as it's not modifying a verb.
      1. It can be an object of an action verb that might be implied in this sentence.
      For example - He is planning/thinking to go abroad next year.
      Now, "to go abroad next year" is the object of the verb PLANNING/THINKING.
      Planning WHAT?
      To go abroad next year
      Hope this was helpful

    • @simmigarg9462
      @simmigarg9462 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sir,
      Yeah subject compliment kyu nahi hai .
      Kya yah sub ke baare me additional information nahi de raha?
      Wah agle saal abroad jaane wala hai

  • @sumanahegde3447
    @sumanahegde3447 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didnt understand that I need a place to live.this also answers the question for why. How it is an adjective?

    • @sumanahegde3447
      @sumanahegde3447 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He called me to borrow that also should be adjective.

    • @sumanahegde3447
      @sumanahegde3447 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about antecedents? I think if it is an adjective berofe infinitive noun is required.ex this is a nice place to visit.it is not a good time to take decision..Here place and time are noun.tho
      se infinitive add something more about time and place.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it's modifying the verb in a way too. But it's majority modifying the meaning of the noun PLACE.
      PLACE of what type?
      Place to set a business
      Place to hide
      Place to store goods
      Place to live
      Stick to the basics, and you'll understand what it's doing.
      Please drop me a msg on my Instagram page for your queries!

    • @sumanahegde3447
      @sumanahegde3447 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish sure..I have many doubts about these infinitive

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Feel free to ask!

  • @harperredfield1639
    @harperredfield1639 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much!!!❤️

  • @j.b.s8093
    @j.b.s8093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro ...I want to know meaning of this sentence .....Like a man dying many days . He is numb to the stench ...Please tell me meaning of this sentence

  • @switzeljeanjahani5437
    @switzeljeanjahani5437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "She was very happy to see me." and "The coffee is too hot to drink." I have a confusion in this part , Sir. In your video, you mentioned that "to see" and "to drink" are infinitives that functioned as adjective that modifies the words "happy" and "too hot" - both adjectives. I doubt if this really functions as adjectives since we know that adjectives only modifies a noun or a pronoun. An adjective can be described or modified only by an adverb. I guess "to see" and "to drink" in these sentences functioned as an adverb not an adjective. Or else, is there any exceptions in the grammar rules that I need to know? Thank you. :)

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I understand where you're coming from, my friend. And yes, you're right. They are not working as adjectives; they are working as adjective complements (completing the meaning of the adjective). In a nutshell, they are adverbs.
      Hope this helps! That was a good question! Keep learning and stay connected! 🙏🌸

    • @switzeljeanjahani5437
      @switzeljeanjahani5437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish Cool! Thank you so much. :)

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! :)

    • @switzeljeanjahani5437
      @switzeljeanjahani5437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish May I ask? If the sentence is like this, "I am going to meet you tomorrow.: How does the infinitive "to meet" function in that sentence?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      'To be verb + Going to' is an expression. It is followed by a base form of a verb and refers to a continuous action. We don't have an Infinitive here.
      Hope this helps!

  • @yogeshmehta2737
    @yogeshmehta2737 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Ashish sir, I have been watching your English lessons for a while.l love the way you teach but I have a doubt, I hope you resolve it
    (a) she was very happy TO SEE me.
    (b)the coffee is too hot TO DRINK.
    Shouldn't we consider the infinitves above as adverbs????? 08:59

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoy watching the videos!
      Yes! Technically, they should be classified as adverbs as they are modifying adjectives.

  • @sugunasuguna8212
    @sugunasuguna8212 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @mssingerms8865
    @mssingerms8865 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir please Hindi m bh pdhaa dein n Editorial pdha dein n pure editorial love tod kr pdhayein

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You could learn English through Hindi on my second channel. Here's the link:
      th-cam.com/channels/cVmLWFdOpMD4jRsCW3CsaA.html

  • @abmaliknematkardam1869
    @abmaliknematkardam1869 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @yasmeenbabar3282
    @yasmeenbabar3282 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also mention that it is also used as modifier..
    Otherwise it's good

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did. Adjectives and adverbs are called modifies in English.

  • @amitavabose-6
    @amitavabose-6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please make a video on - Compound Noun and Compound adjective in details ...... Please note it down....*******

  • @amitavabose-6
    @amitavabose-6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When Will we get your next video , sir ???

  • @rasmitakandi6304
    @rasmitakandi6304 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need a place to live.why do I need a place? The answer is " to live". The infinite acts as adverb.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can be seen this way too. There's no problem in that.

  • @englishwithnadee4363
    @englishwithnadee4363 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please talk a bit louder.. It would make it easy to hear

  • @RAJIVCHAITANYA
    @RAJIVCHAITANYA 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1.You appears happy.
    2.You appears to be happy.
    Are the meanings of both equal ?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Both are incorrect.
      You appear*
      And yes, both constructions are possible and correct.

  • @AadithyaVinu-pk8zw
    @AadithyaVinu-pk8zw ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Ashish

  • @riyaaggarwal2428
    @riyaaggarwal2428 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir... Plz I need a place to live.. U told it's work here as an adjective.. Bt why ka jawab to surf adverb deta h na..bt here why do u need a place..

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "TO LIVE" is working as both an adjective and an adverb. It's telling the reason of the action and also indicating what type of place the subject need.

    • @riyaaggarwal2428
      @riyaaggarwal2428 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for yr explanation..

  • @abhipandey-mathematics9896
    @abhipandey-mathematics9896 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well explained

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, my friend! Help me share the knowledge with others! 😊

    • @abhipandey-mathematics9896
      @abhipandey-mathematics9896 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish please explain what does an infinitive phrase has

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please go through this lesson to learn it in details : th-cam.com/video/o0vVLajm284/w-d-xo.html

  • @ahmadzafar2457
    @ahmadzafar2457 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great yar

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Ahmad!
      Here's my second channel where I teach English through Hindi: th-cam.com/channels/cVmLWFdOpMD4jRsCW3CsaA.html

  • @uzzalsalim7583
    @uzzalsalim7583 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    He seems a doctor.
    He seems to be a doctor.
    What are the differences between them(above sentences)?😓😓😓

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The furst one is incorrect. The verb SEEM can't be followed by a noun directly. We can use an adjective after it.
      ✓ You seem upset.
      ✓ She seems pretty cool.
      Use an Infinitive after it if you want to use a noun with it.
      ✓ You seem to be a doctor.
      ✓ They seem to be nice people.

    • @uzzalsalim7583
      @uzzalsalim7583 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you,Sir😍

  • @SumanDas-bf6gt
    @SumanDas-bf6gt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am to make you expert in math.
    she is to get married next year.
    is here "to get" and " to make" subject complement?? and what is the function of these infinitives here??

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey, Suman!
      These are not working as subject complements. A subject compliment either renames the subject or describes it.
      To me, they look like reduced verb phrases. The verb "going" of the modal (going to) is missing.
      I am going to make you expert.
      She is going to get married.
      Hope this helps!

    • @SumanDas-bf6gt
      @SumanDas-bf6gt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish so it means here to make and to get working as object(noun)??

    • @SumanDas-bf6gt
      @SumanDas-bf6gt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EnglishWithAshish what are the functions then??

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I already said that are a part of a verb phrase without the word GOING.

  • @SumanDas-bf6gt
    @SumanDas-bf6gt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want you to help him .
    the doctor advised him to rest.
    I allowed rohit to go .
    what is the function of to help,to rest,to go ?? here

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you pay attention, these are the direct objects of the verbs. The complete direct objects are the noun + the Infinitive phrase.
      There are some verbs that take this structure.

  • @POPQUIZ1423
    @POPQUIZ1423 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about this sentence?
    "He came here yesterday to enjoy the view."

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What's about this sentence! Yes, it has an infinitive in it.

    • @POPQUIZ1423
      @POPQUIZ1423 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      As you mentioned in the video, 'enjoy' belongs to a set of verbs which aren’t used as infinitives generally. So i was little confused.

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did I? I think remember doing it. Any verb can act as an infinitive.

    • @marleymarlen9841
      @marleymarlen9841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is an infinitive phrase functioning as an adverbial; it answers the question why?
      Am I right?

    • @EnglishWithAshish
      @EnglishWithAshish  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, that's right.

  • @kaisherahammadaman6644
    @kaisherahammadaman6644 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great

  • @tamireznatividade5904
    @tamireznatividade5904 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just wanted to tell you that Jesus Christ loves you so very very much even if you don’t believe it and He died for our sins so that whoever believes shall not perish but have eternal life in Christ

  • @defaultaccount9522
    @defaultaccount9522 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Off topic, but you are very romantic. Aren't you?

  • @welcometoeveryone58
    @welcometoeveryone58 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    very good