When does a gerund becomes an object in sentence?

A gerund acts as an object in a sentence when it directly receives the action of a verb or preposition. Here's a breakdown:

1. Direct Object of a Verb:

* Structure: Verb + Gerund

* Example: I enjoy swimming. (Swimming is the object of the verb "enjoy")

2. Object of a Preposition:

* Structure: Preposition + Gerund

* Example: He is good at playing the piano. (Playing is the object of the preposition "at")

Key Points to Remember:

* Gerunds function as nouns: They can be the subject, object, or object of a preposition in a sentence.

* Look for the action of the verb or preposition: The gerund is the receiver of that action.

* Distinguish from participles: Participles are verb forms used as adjectives, not nouns.

Examples:

* Direct Object: She stopped talking.

* Object of a Preposition: I am interested in learning new languages.

* Subject: Traveling is a great way to see the world.

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