Understanding Infinitive Phrases and Their Functions

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Infinitive phrases include an infinitive (to + verb) and accompanying words, functioning as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs in sentences. For example, "To be a good gymnast takes hard work" illustrates an infinitive phrase acting as a noun. Other examples include how birds use their feathers for various purposes, such as to control their flight and establish territory. Mastering infinitive phrases helps improve clarity in writing and enhances the understanding of sentence structure in English.

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Apr 28, 2026

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Understanding Infinitive Phrases and Their Functions

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Infinitive Phrases
includes an infinitive (to + verb) and the words that go with the infinitive • may act like a noun, adjective, or adverb
Examples • To be a good gymnast takes hard work. • The first person to fly over both the North and South Poles was Richard Byrd. • Are you ready to go to the gym now?
Examples (cont.) • A bird is able to control many of its feathers individually. • Birds use their feathers to push their bodies through the air. • A bird sings to claim its territory.
Examples (cont.) • To recognize the songs of different birds takes many hours of practice. • Eagles use their feet to catch small animals. • Since they have no teeth, many birds have to swallow their food whole.