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Verbals
Infinitives
What is an Infinitive?
An infinitive is 'to' + base verb. It functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb. Certain verbs require an infinitive as their complement — not a gerund.
Formation and Use
Form
to + V₁ (e.g., to work, to submit, to manage)
As noun (subject)
To lead effectively requires strong communication.
As noun (object)
The board decided to postpone the launch.
As adverb (purpose)
She studied hard to pass the certification exam.
Verbs + infinitive ONLY
want, need, agree, decide, plan, hope, expect, manage, offer, refuse, promise, tend, fail, choose
Example Sentences
The board decided to open a new branch in Ho Chi Minh City.
She agreed to present the findings at the board meeting.
They plan to launch the product in Q2.
Management expects to see improved results by year-end.
He offered to cover the afternoon shift.
The team failed to meet the initial deadline.
She refused to sign the contract without legal review.
We need to finalise the budget before Friday.
He manages to complete all tasks without overtime.
The company hopes to expand into three new markets next year.
Common Mistakes
Management hopes increasing revenue by 15%.
Management hopes to increase revenue.
'Hope' requires an infinitive (to + V₁), not a gerund.
She decided going to the conference.
She decided to go to the conference.
'Decide' takes an infinitive, not a gerund.
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