Expressing purpose

 

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TO AND ING

I want to swim (only a VERB) 

Swimming is my passion (it could be VERB or NOUN) 

VERBS FOLLOWED BY TO OR ING

Quiero trabajar aquí : I want TO work here

Recomiendo viajar en verano : I recommend travellING in Summer

Choose between TO or ING


TO AND FOR TO EXPRESS PURPOSE

✅ 1. To + infinitive

We use to + infinitive to talk about a clear goal or intention.

Example: Why do you work?

• I work to pay my bills

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✅ 2. For + gerund

We use for + gerund to describe the general function or use of something.

Example: what the tool is used for. 

• This tool is for weeding the garden.

Expressing purpose with TO or ING Choose the correct option