Gerunds

 Hello, my friends !


Another interesting lesson I learned today in my English class was about gerunds. I learned that a gerund is the -ing form of a verb that functions as a noun in a sentence.

Examples of gerunds:
- swimming. 
- reading
- walking
- painting
- running
-doing
-speaking 
-fixing
-trying
-staying 

Here are ways on how to use gerunds in sentences:
Gerunds as Subjects:
- Cooking is my favorite hobby.
- Dancing makes me happy.
- Reading helps you learn.

Gerunds as Objects:
- She enjoys painting.
- They like swimming .
- She loves dancing.
Gerunds after Prepositions:
- He is interested in learning.
- They talked about traveling.
- He is good at cooking.

Gerunds in compound nouns:
- A diving board is essential for a pool.
- A talking doll is fascinating.


Note: Gerunds are not the same as present participles, which are used in continuous tenses.


CONVERSATION 1:

Emma: Waiting for food in long lines can be frustrating sometimes.

Jake: I agree. Choosing a meal quickly is sometimes hard for me.

Emma: Sharing food with friends makes lunch more enjoyable, though.

Jake: That’s true. Planning meals ahead of time could save us time.

Emma: You’re right. Cooking at home is healthier, too.

Jake: For me, buying food here is more convenient.

Emma: By the way, trying the spaghetti today might be a good idea.

Jake: That’s true. Ordering dessert afterward could be nice as well.


CONVERSATION 2:

Choose the gerund in the following conversation. Color them red.:

 Scenario: Two friends talking about their hobbies

John: Hey, Sarah! I heard you’ve started painting recently. How is it going?

Sarah: It’s amazing! Painting helps me relax after work. What about you?

John: I’ve been enjoying jogging in the mornings. It’s refreshing.

Sarah: That sounds great! I’ve always loved jogging, too. Do you listen to music while jogging?

John: Sometimes, but I prefer listening to podcasts. Learning new things while exercising is fun.

Sarah: I agree! Learning keeps the mind sharp. Have you tried cooking new recipes lately?

John: Yes! Cooking is my new passion. It’s so rewarding to create delicious meals.

Sarah: That’s wonderful! I think cooking and painting make life more colorful, don’t you?

Chetniphat Phongmanee No.1 M.6/1

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  My semester break     In the last semester break. Most of the time I went to work as a mechanic with friends. and sometimes I went to play badminton.    My job is to take care of equipment in a convenience store. Whether it's an ice freezer Ice cream freezer or air conditioner Whether it is repairs or maintaining cleanliness, the temperature must also be measured to be within standards. And I work at night, which means I have to sleep during the day, causing me to adjust my bedtime and there is only one day off per week. It's my holiday. My friends and I would go play badminton for exercise and fun, and my work was to earn money to buy sports equipment. and to buy delicious food with the family    In the end, it was a semester break that was tiring but also fun and rewarding.   
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