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Verb Patterns (1.0 - 2.0) - STEP 2.0 Verb Patterns 1.0: Like Doing and Would Like To Do

The document discusses verb patterns in English. It describes four common verb patterns: verb + to + infinitive, verb + -ing, verb + preposition + -ing, and verbs that can be followed by either -ing or to + infinitive with no change in meaning. It also discusses the differences between "like doing" and "would like to do" as well as question and answer patterns. Finally, it covers the use of the infinitive and -ing form after certain verbs and prepositions.

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Verb Patterns (1.0 - 2.0) - STEP 2.0 Verb Patterns 1.0: Like Doing and Would Like To Do

The document discusses verb patterns in English. It describes four common verb patterns: verb + to + infinitive, verb + -ing, verb + preposition + -ing, and verbs that can be followed by either -ing or to + infinitive with no change in meaning. It also discusses the differences between "like doing" and "would like to do" as well as question and answer patterns. Finally, it covers the use of the infinitive and -ing form after certain verbs and prepositions.

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Verb Patterns (1.0 – 2.0) – STEP 2.

Verb Patterns 1.0


Here are four verb patterns.

1- Verb + to + infinitive

 They want to buy a new car. I'd like to go abroad.

2- Verb + -ing

 We love going to parties. I enjoy travelling abroad.

3- Verb + -ing or + to + infinitive with no change in meaning

 It started to rain/raining.
 I continued to work/working in the library.

4- Verb + preposition + -ing

 We're thinking of moving house.


 I'm looking forward to having more free time.

like doing and would like to do


1- Like doing and love doing express a general enjoyment.

 I like working as a teacher. = I am a teacher and I enjoy it.


 I love dancing. = This is one of my hobbies.

2- Would like to do and would love to do express a preference now or at a specific time.

 I'd like to be a teacher. = When I grow up, I want to be a teacher.


 Thanks. I'd love to dance. = At a party. I'm pleased you asked me.

Question and Short answer

Would you like to dance? --- Yes, I would✓Yes, I'd love to.

Would you like to come for a walk? --- Yes, I would✓No, thank you.

Note: No, I wouldn't is not common because it is impolite.


Verb Patterns (1.0 – 2.0) – STEP 2.0

Verb Patterns 2.0


The infinitive

1- The infinitive is used after some verbs.

 We've decided to move abroad.


 I'm trying to phone Pete.
 I want to go home.
 She'd love to meet you.

2- Some verbs are followed by a person + the infinitive.

 They asked me to help them.


 He told me to apply for the job.

3- Make and let are followed by a person + the infinitive without to.

 She'll make you feel welcome.


 I'll let you know when I'm coming.

4- The infinitive is used after some adjectives.

 It's impossible to save money.


 Pleased to meet you.
 It's great to see you.
 It was good to hear your news.

The -ing form


1- The -ing form is used after some verbs.

 I enjoy reading history books.


 I don't mind helping you.
 He's finished washing the car.
 We like walking.

2- Some verbs are followed by an object + -ing.

 I hate people telling me what to do.


 You can't stop me doing what I want.

3- The -ing form is used after prepositions.

 I'm good at finding things.


 We're thinking of going to Sweden.
 He's afraid of being mugged.
 I'm looking forward to meeting you.

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