Question

begging is a curse on humanity (state whether the word Begging ISA a gerund or present participle)​

Answer 1

Begging is a curse on humanity.

Here Begging is a "gerund".

Explanation:

• A gerund is a word that is formed from a verb but acts as a noun.
• It is very easy to spot a gerund as it acts as a noun with a verb containing "ing".
• Gerunds have the property of both noun and verb.
• A gerund always takes a direct object.

Answer 2

Answer:

Begging is a curse on humanity : State whether the word Begging is a gerund or present participle.

• Gerund
• 'Begging' is a gerund.
• Infinite or Non - finite Verb is divided into four parts and they are 1. Infinitive , 2. Participle, 3. Gerund and 4. Verbal Noun.
• a Gerund is a non-verbal in -ing , and is used
• a) As the subject of a verb : Begging is a curse on humanity.
• b) As the object of a verb : I learn drawing.
• c) As the object of a preposition : He is fond of riding.
• d) As a part of a Compound Noun : Laughing gas.