Here's the breakdown:
* Verbals are words formed from verbs but functioning as another part of speech.
* Gerunds are verbals ending in "-ing" that act as nouns.
Examples of Gerunds:
* Swimming is my favorite exercise.
* Running is a great way to stay fit.
* Reading helps you relax.
* Cooking can be a lot of fun.
* Traveling is an amazing experience.
Key points to remember:
* Gerunds can be the subject of a sentence, the object of a verb, or the object of a preposition.
* You can often replace a gerund with a noun phrase. For example, "Swimming is fun" can be rewritten as "The sport of swimming is fun."
Let me know if you have any other questions!