Infinitive verb

Infinitive verbs are a kind of verb.

Characteristics
Infinitive verbs are actually a phrase made from 'to' + .

An infitive verb is not necessary when talking about things (nouns). e.g. I like cheese. However, infinitive verbs are useful when talking about actions.

Examples

 * I hate to hear her voice.
 * I like to read books.
 * I love to eat cheese.
 * I need to drink your blood.
 * I need to breath oxygen.
 * I walk to become fit.


 * I want to be taller.


 * I want to become intelligent.

Dictionary Form
The infinitive form of the verb is also the dictionary form in English. This is because the infinitive verb contains no grammatical information. Usually, in English, the verb has grammatical information which is attached by adding


 * function words (like 'has drunk') or


 * inflectional affixes (like 'drinking', 'watched' or 'plays')