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12 Φεβ 2008 · I've got a question concerning the form that should follow the verb to consider: ING or Infinitive? I've never considered being an astronaut.
23 Αυγ 2011 · In English, the form V + -ing is called a gerund if it serves as a noun. For example, the gerund form of "run" is "running". (I like cats, I like dogs, I like running). However, not all V + ing forms are gerunds--in "I am running", "running" is another verb.
6 Ιαν 2021 · If you consider the phrase structured differently, with the "to" associated with the word coming before it, you may understand better what is happening: (I am) (addicted to) (playing games). When (it comes to) (running), no one can beat him. My (reaction to) seeing (you cry) (like a baby)....
When they are used with -ing, these verbs emphasise the action or event in progress. When they are used with an infinitive without to, they emphasise the action or event seen as a whole, or as completed.
1.) v1 + to v2: in case action-1 happens before action-2. 2.) v1 + v2ing: in case action-1 happens at the same time with action-2 or after action-2. So I think that we should use the verb "consider" with a "to verb". For example: "I consider to compete with him.", "I consider to become a singer.".
To consider (Infinitive) Purpose or Intention: Use the infinitive "to consider" when you want to express a purpose, intention, desire, or potential action. Example. I have to consider all the options before making a decision. Considering (Gerund)
Do you know when to use -ing and when to use to + infinitive after a verb? Test what you know with interactive exercises and read the explanation to help you.
