finite and infinite verb
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In a sentence, there is normally at least one verb that has both a subject and a tense. When a verb has a subject and a tense, it can be referred to as a finite verb.
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Finite and non-finite verbs - Easy Learning Grammar
In a sentence, there is normally at least one verb that has both a subject and a tense. When a verb has a subject and a tense, it can be referred to as a finite verb.
We want Charlie to act as club secretary.
I like taking photographs of insects.
Coming home last night, I saw a deer run across the road.
Some forms of a verb are referred to as non-finite. The present and past participles and the to infinitive are the most common of these. The base form is often used in a non-finite way. Every verb can be used in a clause in either a finite or non-finite way.
A verb is finite if it is found in a clause in combination with a subject and a tense.
I walked home.
We saw a deer.
They appreciate a little praise now and then.
It is non-finite if it is used:
without the verb having a tense.
To open, tear off the tab.
Looking around, he noticed a letter on the floor.
Worn out by the heat, they stopped for a drink.
with no agreement between the subject (if there is one) and the verb.
That plan failing, he gave up.
Our guests departed, we felt a little depressed.
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