fuel gauge indicating low gas

Let's stop to get some gas.

Verb + to + Infinitive

Another verb pattern in English is to + the base form of a verb. This is called the infinitive.

She has to go home soon.

I don't need to talk to him right now.

What would you like to do?

The verbs below are often used with infinitives:

  • agree
  • ask
  • choose
  • decide
  • expect
  • fail
  • have
  • hope
  • intend
  • learn
  • need
  • offer
  • plan
  • pretend
  • promise
  • refuse
  • want
  • would like
  • I promise to call you tonight.
  • He doesn't expect to have enough time.
  • She decided to stay home.
  • We hope to see you soon.

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