What does infinitive mean?

the basic verb form, used with or without to relating to or using the basic form of a verb

How is infinitive pronounced?

UK /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/, US /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/.

/ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/

CEFR level B1Topic EducationWord #2062 in the learning path

动词不定式

n. the basic verb form, used with or without to

动词不定式

adj. relating to or using the basic form of a verb

不定式的

Our teacher explained the infinitive with three simple examples.

老师用三个简单的例子讲解了不定式。

Understanding when to use an infinitive helps language learners express intentions and purposes more accurately.

理解何时使用不定式，有助于语言学习者更准确地表达意图和目的。

不定式可带to，也可不带；如to go与must go中的go。

What does infinitive mean?: the basic verb form, used with or without to relating to or using the basic form of a verb
How is infinitive pronounced?: UK /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/, US /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.