1.4 Infinitiivi tai ing-muoto
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Say the following sentences in English. Use the ing-forms. Work together with a partner.
1. Singing in the shower is good for your health.
2. Laughing children always make me smile.
3. It’s always worth trying new things.
4. I’m used to starting a new hobby every autumn.
5. I especially enjoy challenging myself.
6. I can’t stand flying insects.
7. I’m very good at assembling furniture.
8. I don’t feel like waking up early on/at weekends.
9. I’m tired of explaining this over and over again.
10. Have you ever seen a dancing dog?
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Choose the best alternative. In your own words, explain to your partner why you chose what
you did or translate the phrase into Finnish. Refer back to the rules if need be.
1. Ooops! I forgot to inform you that we have an exam today.
Unohdin kertoa
2. What do you mean you regret trusting me to take care of things?
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Kadut luottaneesi
3. I remembered to tell you all the important gossip.
Muistin kertoa
4. So you might stop complaining!
Lakata valittamasta
5. I also remember bringing you food when you were sick.
Muistan tuoneeni
6. In addition, I stopped to buy you flowers at the flower kiosk. That was pretty romantic, wasn’t
it?
Pysähdyin ostamaan
7. What are you doing? Stop throwing those flowers at me!
Lakkaa heittämästä