Verbs

Some verbs are followed by the infinitive (to + base verb) and others by the gerund (-ing form). Some verbs can take both but with a change in meaning. Knowing the most common patterns helps avoid grammar errors.

A complete table of the most common irregular English verbs showing the base form, past simple, and past participle.

Learn how to use the most common modal verbs — can, could, must, should, may, might, shall, will, would — and what they express.

A reference table of the most useful phrasal verbs grouped by particle, with meanings and examples.