Here's why:
* Infinitive: The infinitive is the base form of the verb, typically ending in "-er," "-ir," or "-re" (e.g., "parler," "finir," "lire"). It's the form you find in dictionaries and is used to represent the verb in its most general sense.
* Nominal: This means that the infinitive can act like a noun. It can be used as the subject of a sentence, the object of a verb, or the object of a preposition.
Example:
* Verb: "Parler" (to speak)
* Nominal form (infinitive): "Parler"
Usage:
* Subject: "Parler français est important." (Speaking French is important.)
* Object: "J'aime parler avec toi." (I like to speak with you.)
* Object of preposition: "Je suis prêt à parler. " (I am ready to speak.)
Let me know if you have any other French verb questions!