10.1 NON-FINITE VERB

NON-FINITE VERB cannot be predicate in the sentence.

The form is INFINITE, GERUND, PARTICIPLE.

1) as OBJECT: Scientists hope to find a cure for cancer.

2) as SUBJECT: Backpacking is popular among college students.

3) as ATTRIBUTE: People walking in poorly lighted areas at night should be extremely careful.

NON-FINITE VERB >>> CLAUSE

The foreign guests hope to join the National Day celebrating of Beijing.  >>>> The foreign guests hope that they can join the National Day celebrating of Beijing.

The man standing there is our English teacher. >>>> The man who is standing there is our English teacher.

I regret being unable to help. >>> I regret that I cannot help.

NON-FINITE VERB can be NOUN & ADJECTIVE