Lesson 21: Impersonal Constructions and Verbs with -ing/Infinitive
This lesson will introduce you to impersonal passive constructions and the use of the -ing form or infinitive after certain verbs.
About this lesson
In this lesson, we will deepen our understanding of impersonal passive expressions, which are used to convey general statements and opinions. You will learn how to form and use them correctly across a variety of situations. In addition, the lesson covers the rules for using the -ing form (gerund) or the infinitive after different verbs — a key skill for expressing yourself accurately in English. Get ready to sharpen your grammar skills and expand your vocabulary.
40 minutes
What you'll learn
- Understand and use impersonal passive constructions to express general statements.
- Distinguish between verbs that are followed by the -ing form and verbs that are followed by the infinitive.
- Correctly form sentences using the -ing form or the infinitive after the main verb.
- Expand vocabulary with new words and phrases related to the grammar structures covered.
- Apply what you have learned through practical speaking and writing exercises.
Lesson vocabulary
- Impersonal — Безличен The report used an impersonal tone.
- Construction — Конструкция, строеж The construction of the new building is almost finished.
- Passive — Страдателен залог The sentence 'The ball was hit by the boy' is in the passive voice.
- Infinitive — Инфинитив To swim is a healthy activity.
- Gerund — Герундий (-ing форма) Swimming is a healthy activity.
- Claim — Твърдя, претендирам They claim to have found a new species.
- Suggest — Предлагам, предполагам I suggest going to the park this afternoon.
- Report — Докладвам, съобщавам They reported the accident to the police.
- Announce — Обявявам The company announced its new product.
- Reveal — Разкривам The investigation revealed the truth.
- Tend — Склонен съм He tends to be late for meetings.
- Refuse — Отказам She refused to answer the question.