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infinitive

/ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv/

infinitivesubstantiv

infinitives

Pl.

/ɪnˈfɪn.ɪ.tɪv/

/ɪnˈfɪn.ə.tɪv/

Übersetzungen

The infinitive form of the verb 'to run' is 'run'.

Инфинитивная форма глагола 'бежать' - это 'бежать'.

Definitionen

The basic form of a verb, typically preceded by 'to', that can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb.

In the sentence 'To run is fun', 'to run' is an infinitive acting as the subject.

Synonyme

base form

uninflected form

verb form

infinitiveadjektiv

/ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv/

Übersetzungen

The infinitive form of the verb is often used in dictionaries.

Инфинитивная форма глагола часто используется в словарях.

Definitionen

Relating to or denoting the basic form of a verb, typically used as a non-finite verb.

In the sentence 'To run is fun,' 'to run' is an infinitive phrase.

Synonyme

bare (as in bare infinitive)